Reference Number
AGR21J-022535-000090
Selection Process Number
21-AGR-RAP-16
Organization
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Year
2020-2021
Days Open
14
Classification
City
MULTIPLE
Type
External
Total
54
Employment Equity
40
(74.1%)
Screened out
15
(27.8%)
Screened in
39
(72.2%)
Employment Equity 74.1% 40
Screened Out 27.8% 15
Screened In 72.2% 39
Women 55.6% 30
Visible minority 22.2% 12
Indigenous 0% 0
People with disabilities 0% 0
English 0% 0
French 0% 0
Citizens 79.6% 43
Permanent Residents 0% 0
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Successful candidates will be assisting in the execution of experimental protocols requiring: collecting weather data including soil temperature and moisture recorded using soil sensor readers; measuring the crop field dry matter yield; collecting plant samples for nutritive value determination; evaluating plant developmental stages and other stand characteristics (plant density, height and botanical composition). Duties related to these activities would include planting research plot, harvesting, processing samples, data collection, laboratory analysis, and data entry.
The Kentville/Nappan RDC delivers an integrated program of agriculture and agri-food research and technology transfer along the innovation continuum including germplasm development, environmentally sustainable primary production, integrated pest management, plant pathology, postharvest storage, food attributes and safety, handling, distribution and forage agronomy and breeding.
Dr. Yousef Papadopoulos (Forage Breeder/Agronomist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Supervisor) and Dr. Kathleen Glover (Agronomist at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Supervisor) are looking for 2 students to assist in the conduct of forage (alfalfa, birdsfoot trefoil and red clover) breeding and agronomy research experiments. These positions will be based at the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada research facility in Nappan, NS.
The interested candidates will also assist in the conduct of experimentation related to several on-going research field projects.
Positions to be filled: 2
Your résumé.
Contact information for 3 references.
Currently enrolled/or willing to enroll in a Bachelor’s of Science in a recognized post-secondary academic institution
-Experience* working with plants and working outside.
-Experience* managing data spreadsheets in MS Excel and producing scientific tables and figures.
*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 of Computer proficient
Initiative
Teamwork
Problem Solving
Experience* making careful scientific measurements.
*In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.
Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women
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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 work flexible hours
Ability and willingness to travel
Ability and willingness to work overtime
Capable of lifting and carrying materials up to 25 kg
Willing to work in environmental extremes (temperature, humidity, wind and allergens)
With appropriate safety precautions in place, able and willing to work in laboratory, greenhouse and/or field environments.
Ability and willingness to work doing repetitive tasks under adverse environmental conditions.
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.
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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 the email referenced below under “Contact Information”.
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.