Research Assistant in Flood Mapping - Research Affiliate Program

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Assessment accommodation

The projected start date is August 31, 2020.

For further information on the organization, please visit Canada Center for Mapping and Earth Observation
For further information on the Research Affiliate Program (RAP), please visit:
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/recruitment/students/research-affiliate-program.html

Duties

The successful candidate will have the opportunities to conduct research in flood mapping and assessment of impacts due to flood events. CCMEO is presently developing new national data layers, including a National Flood Hazard Data Layer (NFHDL) of existing mapping, new High Resolution Digital Elevation Layer (HR DEM) and a National Building Layer (NBL). The potential research areas include: (i) extension of the NFHDL and gap filling between study areas, (ii) developing methods to enrich the mapping by developing maps of different recurrence intervals utilizing HRDEM, (iii) establishing new techniques to evaluate flood damage and impacts. The student will have the opportunities to interact with CCMEO staff, researchers and technicians.

The successful candidate should have a good work ethic, a strong sense of responsibilities, ability to work in team environments, and enthusiasm to work in both controlled environments and fields. Preference will be given to a Canadian citizen and a permanent resident of Canada.

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 eligible to enroll in Masters or PhD program in Canadian University

Degree equivalency

Experience in hydro network modelling and mapping using DEM derived for LiDAR
Experience in analyzing and understanding geospatial data.
Experience in conducting literature reviews and summarizing information.
Experience in writing research reports and making scientific presentations.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

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

Computer programming
Knowledge of geomatics

Interactive communication
Initiative
Adaptability
Teamwork

Conditions of employment

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

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

Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent; we thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.

You must provide proof of your education credentials. Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/.

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications to be appointed to a position.

Candidates may be required to meet the other qualifications, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.

Candidates must meet the conditions of employment and continue to meet these same conditions during their employment.

Natural Resources Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities or women (in non-traditional occupations) could be considered in priority.

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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