Master’s student - Research Affiliate Program

Update: Please note that the selection process has been amended to extend the closing date to June 12, 2019 - 23:59, Pacific Time.

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Assessment accommodation

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Duties

• The incumbent will assess the photosynthetic and physiological stress responses of Glycine max to density and seed treatment fungicides
• Contributes to the design, maintenance and execution of experimental trials associated with the research topic.
• Maintains detailed records of field, greenhouse and laboratory activities related to the research topic.
• Perform statistical analyses and interpretation of data.
• Present and discuss results.

Work environment

The Charlottetown Research and Development Centre was established in 1909 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.
The Centre has an office-laboratory complex in Charlottetown and a research farm in Harrington, PEI, where it conducts research trials on a variety of crops and cropping systems.

The overall research direction for Charlottetown Research and Development Centre is to take production beyond traditional commodity-based markets and to open new areas to producers in the Region while maintaining environmental sustainability. The Centre leads research in:
• Integrated crop production systems and agricultural diversification
• Bio-based products and processes from bioresources in existing and emerging crops
• Environmental sustainability and improved performance of the agricultural production system

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

A list of the courses you have taken as well as any courses that you are taking now, or that you will be taking this academic year

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Currently enrolled or willing and eligible to enroll in a Master’s program at Dalhousie University, Agriculture Campus or University of Prince Edward Island with specialization in plant science, plant biology, environmental science or related discipline.

Degree equivalency

Experience in conducting literature review and summarizing information into reports and/or presentations
Experience in lab, greenhouse or field work

Note: In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of plant biology and/or plant ecophysiology, and/or photosynthesis
Knowledge of statistics and/or experimental design

Teamwork
Attention to detail
Initiative
Communication skills (written and oral)

Ability to keep and maintain accurate, precise, detailed and organized notes and records
Ability to perform specialized and technical tasks
Ability to perform statistical analysis

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Each student hired through the Research Affiliate Program (RAP) must meet the security requirements of the position as a condition of employment, and therefore will be asked by the hiring organization to complete security-relevant documents.

Valid driver’s license
Ability and willingness to work with potentially hazardous chemicals in the field, lab and greenhouse
Ability and willingness to travel for field work
Ability and willingness to perform repetitive tasks
Ability and willingness to work in conditions some may find uncomfortable (dusty and dirty fields, in the rain and while wearing a waterproof and chemical resistant coveralls)

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. You must apply on-line through www.jobs.gc.ca.

Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying on-line are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605.

Candidates will be required to pay for their own travel related to assessment and successful candidates will be responsible for obtaining their own living accommodations.

Successful completion of both a RAP work assignment and your educational program may lead to a temporary or permanent federal public service position for which you meet the merit criteria and conditions of employment.

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.