Ph. D. Student - Research Affiliate Program

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Duties

The student will conduct research on the electrochemical detection of mycotoxins, pesticides and pathogens in grain samples. This research will involve 1) Determining electrochemical properties of mycotoxins and pesticides; 2) optimization of detection principles and parameters; 3) fabrication of disposable electrode arrays. This research aims for the development of a sensitive, portable, rapid and cost-efficient electrochemical sensing method to assure the safety and high quality of grain products used in Canada, as well as in harvest that is exported to other countries.

Research will be performed at the Laboratory for Bioanalytics and Clinical Chemistry, Chemistry Department, University of Manitoba in collaboration with the Canadian Grain Commission. Electrochemical research carried out in the Laboratory will involve state-of-the-art instrumentation and facilities.

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)

Education:
1. MSc from a recognized university with specialization in electrochemistry and electroanalytical chemistry.
2. Accepted into a PhD program at the University of Manitoba with specialization in electroanalytical chemistry.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
- Experience in electroanalytical chemistry.
- Experience writing research papers for peer-reviewed scientific journals.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Competencies:
- Effective Interactive Communication
- Being a Team player
- Initiative

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

Knowledge:
- Knowledge in operating a potentiostat to carry out electroanalytical methods, including voltammetry and amperometry.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

- Ability and willingness work overtime as required.
- Ability and willingness to work with and be exposed to hazardous chemicals and equipment.
- Ability and willingness to wear appropriate protective clothing and/or equipment.
- Ability and willingness to work in an environment where there is exposure to grain dust (known allergies must be controlled through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication, and must not impinge upon the work to be performed).
- Ability and willingness to adhere to laboratory safety standards and procedures.

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

Candidates will be asked, as per the application process, to answer screening questions for each essential and other criteria (education and experience). Candidates will have to provide specific examples, for each screening question demonstrating how they have acquired the education and experience criteria.

Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.

All communication relating to this process, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications.

In order to manage the number of applications in the selection process, management may use top-down consideration of scores at various steps in the process, to determine the number of candidates who will be further considered in the process.

Confirmation of receipt of applications will not be sent by Canadian Grain Commission; only candidates successful in the screening process will be contacted.

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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