Forest ecologist - Research Affiliate Program

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Assessment accommodation

To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, you must meet the following criteria:
• Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.
• Be recognized as having full-time student status by the post-secondary academic institution at which you are currently enrolled (proof will be required).
• Be enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of your curriculum.
• Be the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located.

Duties

The position is intended to lay the foundation for a master's research project on mortality of tree regeneration following a spruce budworm outbreak. More specifically, the student will review the relevant literature, establish research objectives and questions, and implement a field sampling and data processing strategy.

Work environment

Forest Ecology Research Laboratory of the Canadian Forest Service in Quebec City. The research center includes various forestry expertise that will allow students to deepen their knowledge in the field of forestry with a specialization on forest stand regeneration after disturbance.

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)

The student must be recognized as a full-time student in a recognized university and in a master's degree program in biological sciences with a specialization in forest ecology.

Degree equivalency

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

English or French

Information on language requirements

The student must have a basic knowledge of plant ecology or forestry, have the ability to read and understand scientific texts in English. The student must have the ability to work independently, and to present the progress of his/her work in clear terms.

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

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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