M.Sc. Student - Research Affiliate Program

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Duties

• Meet the requirements set by the Department for master students.
• Conduct literature review and summarize information under different formats
• Develop economic model and research methodologies
• Collect and maintain primary and secondary data
• Perform statistical analyses of data, present and discuss results.
• Write and defend the thesis.

Work environment

Under supervision, the incumbent will be responsible for conducting economic research on the topic entitled “Assessment of different cropping systems including crop rotations, supplemental irrigation and reduced tillage on nutrient cycling, soil properties and potato performance in PEI”. The incumbent will be based at Dalhousie University. The incumbent will be enrolled at Dalhousie University and meet their requirements for a masters candidate.

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 will be enrolled in a full-time Master’s Program at Dalhousie University with specialization in the field of Economics or Agricultural Economics or Applied Agriculture or closely-related field by date of appointment.

Degree equivalency

Experience in conducting literature review and in summarizing information under different formats (reports or presentations).
Experience in conducting statistical analyses from agriculture related-experimental trials.
Experience in developing and working with an appropriate simulation model and analysis of economic data related to agricultural production.

*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 Canadian agricultural systems and main challenges faced by eastern Canada agroecosystems.
Knowledge of economic modeling, statistics, and research methodologies
Knowledge of applied agriculture

Teamwork
Attention to detail
Creativity
Initiative
Adaptability
Interactive communication

Ability to keep and maintain accurate, detailed and well organized records.
Ability to collect, analyze and interpret primary and secondary data.
Ability to perform data analyses using statistical software such as SAS or Eviews.

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

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

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 travel for field work.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

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.