Master of Science student, Crop Physiology and Agronomy - Research Affiliate Program

Update: Please note that the selection process has been amended to extend the closing date to July 16, 2021 - 23:59, Pacific Time.

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Duties

Duties include performing experiments in the field of crop physiology and involves field, greenhouse and laboratory research components, analyzing data and writing reports and manuscripts as well as a thesis describing the background literature, the methodology and the results obtained.

Work environment

The first 8 months will be at the University of Guelph in Guelph, Ontario and the remaining 4 months (summer months) will be at the AAFC Research and Development Center in Harrow, Ontario. This could change throughout the years or depends on the candidate's availability or needs.

This position is for a graduate student in Crop Physiology/Agronomy. The student will be enrolled in the graduate program of the department of Plant Agriculture at the University of Guelph and will conduct research at the University of Guelph and AAFC Harrow Research and Development Centre.

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)

Education:
Currently enrolled or eligible to enroll in a master’s program in agriculture, biology or in a discipline related to the position study subject from the University of Guelph (ON).

Degree equivalency

Experience:
 Experience* in designing experiments or developing methodologies
 Experience* in seeding, monitoring and harvesting of crops

*In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
 Knowledge of crop physiology.
 Knowledge of agronomy.

Competencies:
 Initiative
 Analytical thinking
 Communication skills
Planning and Organization
 Teamwork

Abilities:
 Ability to make observations, collect and record data accurately, analyze and interpret results and produce written summaries or reports.

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

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

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.

Ability and willingness to travel
Known allergies must be controlled through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication and must not impinge upon the duties to be performed.
With appropriate safety precautions in place, ability and willingness to work in laboratory, greenhouse and/or field for extended periods at a time.
Ability and willingness to work under various weather or climatic conditions.
Ability and willingness to work with hazardous materials.
Ability and willingness to work on week-ends or evenings.

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

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

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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