Reference Number
AGR20J-021559-000130
Selection Process Number
20-AGR-RAP-34
Organization
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Year
2020-2021
Days Open
6
Classification
City
Harrow
Type
External
Total
7
Employment Equity
6
(85.7%)
Screened out
6
(85.7%)
Screened in
0
(0%)
Employment Equity 85.7% 6
Screened Out 85.7% 6
Screened In 0% 0
Women 71.4% 5
Visible minority 0% 0
Indigenous 0% 0
People with disabilities 0% 0
English 0% 0
French 0% 0
Citizens 85.7% 6
Permanent Residents 0% 0
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The student will conduct research on the microbial activities driving nutrient fluxes in agricultural systems, from on-farm trials to adjacent shallow aquatic systems, including drainage ditches, and wetlands. The research will involve: 1) establishing landscape-level sampling designs; 2) taking soil, sediment, and water samples at regular intervals from the experimental sites; 3) analysing microbial communities and functions using molecular approaches (DNA/RNA extraction, quantitative/RT PCR, sequencing); and 4) statistically analysing the interactive effects of environment x microbiome on nutrient retention or release into the Great Lakes basin.
The Harrow (Ontario) Research and Development Center is one of 20 Research Centres under Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's national network. The facilities include a modern lab/office complex to house more than 100 full-time staff and two research farms for field studies. Harrow RDC is a lead contributor in research on the quality and sustainable use of Ontario soils as methods to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and nutrient losses from agricultural soils. This research enhances the environmental health of agro-ecosystems (on- and off-farm) in the Great Lakes basin.
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Your résumé.
Contact information for 1 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
EDUCATION
Currently enrolled/or willing to enroll in a Master’s program at the University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario, with specialization in Environmental Science and/or Microbial Ecology.
*In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.
EXPERIENCE
Experience* in environmental molecular biology
Experience* in environmental virome assessment protocols
Experience* in bioinformatics
Experience* in conducting field research in agricultural systems
Experience* collecting, preparing and analyzing water, sediment, and soil samples
*In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.
English essential
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KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of general environmental science.
Knowledge of biology relevant to microorganisms.
Knowledge of experimental design and statistics.
COMPETENCIES
Interpersonal skills
Planning and organization
Initiative
ABILITIES
Ability to communicate well orally and in writing.
Ability to plan, design and conduct experiments.
Ability to accurately collect, record and analyze data and summarize results.
Ability to contribute to the development and preparation of manuscripts.
Ability to work independently.
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women.
OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability and willingness to work in two locations (UWindsor and Harrow RDC).
Ability and willingness to work in the laboratory and field for extended periods.
Ability and willingness to travel for field work.
Ability and willingness to perform repetitive tasks;
Ability and willingness to work outside, sometimes in rain, heat or dust.
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.
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
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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 will be given to Canadian citizens.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.