PhD student in Biology - Research Affiliate Program

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Duties

1. To enroll in and successfully complete university courses required for PhD program in Biology at the University of Ottawa;
2. To prepare biological samples as required by the experiment;
3. To assess or develop software, tools and/or pipelines (or tool chains) to analyze large genetics datasets;
4. To perform data analyses of large datasets to validate biological hypotheses;
5. To summarize and interpret results in the format of scientific manuscript(s) to be published in recognized peer-reviewed journal(s);
6. To write reports of research and to present the research findings at workshops, field days and scientific meetings;
7. To write and defend his/her PhD thesis; wherein, the report of the research carried out during the PhD project is reported.

Work environment

Mostly computer-based activities performed in the office or in a tele-working environment, limited laboratory (equipment, chemicals & UV), field (UV) and phytotron based activities. The student is expected (1) to analyze data using various computer software and to develop pipelines for such analyses, (2) to assist in growing and caring for plants indoor and outdoor if needed, (3) to assist in sampling plant tissues and harvest seeds and (4) to aid in processing these samples in the lab applying various methodologies.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 1 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 enrolled no later than the appointment start date (Sept 7, 2021) in a PhD program at the University of Ottawa, with specialization in Biology.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
Experience* in analyzing next generation sequencing data.
Experience* in the preparation of tables and figures for the production of scientific manuscripts as demonstrated by authorship in peer-reviewed journal(s).

*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

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Knowledge:
Knowledge of genetics and genomics.

Competencies:
Initiative
Adaptability

Abilities:
Ability to use R to analyze large molecular genetics datasets to corroborate or refute hypotheses.
Ability to summarize and interpret biological data.

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

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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 work overtime.
Ability and willingness to travel and work at off-site location(s), including tele-working.

Other information

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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

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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