MSc Project in Cumulative Effects - Research Affiliate Program

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Assessment accommodation

Duties

The federal government aims to be able to consider the cumulative aspect of environmental impacts related to the different industrial activities taking place in a given region within the framework of regional assessments carried out under its responsibility. The MSc project will have to begin with an in-depth literature review to synthesize what has been done so far worldwide on the assessment of cumulative effects. This project will then examine the relevance of the developed methodologies with regards to the Canadian context, taking into account spatial and temporal scales that were used as well as their results. The goal of this MSc project is to establish an optimal strategy to implement such a process and design a general methodology that could be used as a basis for project proponents that will be subject to an environmental assessment. More specifically, this methodology will have to be applicable to regions where intensive oil and gas activities take place.

Work environment

At Natural Resources Canada, a Federal government job means developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. We know it takes people from diverse pools of talent to make this happen. That is why we are looking for people like you. As an employee at Natural Resources Canada you can enjoy diverse employment opportunities, a range of career development programs, and a learning culture that supports you to learn on an ongoing basis. We support balancing your work and private life by offering the benefits of flexible work arrangements.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

BSc degree in environment, Earth sciences, geography, land-use planning or any other BSc degree relevant to the project (or to obtain it by the end of 2019).

Degree equivalency

Good aptitude for synthesizing information

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

English or French
Good level of French, as this M.Sc. will be undertaken at Université Laval, where all courses are taught in French.
To understand, speak and write English quite well to be able to read scientific papers and interact with various interlocutors worldwide

Information on language requirements

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

To have carried out a literature review

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

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

A situational exercise may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Candidates from outside the public service may be required to pay for travel and relocation costs associated with this selection process.

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.

Natural Resources Canada is committed to employment equity and building strength through diversity. We welcome applications from qualified people and encourage members of the designated groups (Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Visible Minorities and Women) to apply and to self-identify.

For this selection process, it is our intention to communicate with candidates via email for screening and assessment purposes. This will include communication of screening results and invitations to written tests and interviews. To that end, candidates must include a valid email address in their application. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is also the candidate’s responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required.

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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