MSc Student - Research Affiliate Program

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Candidates must clearly demonstrate in the screening questionnaire how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the essential qualifications and asset qualifications, if applicable. Please note that stating that the requirement has been met, and/or listing past or current responsibilities, does not represent adequate substantiation. Rather, you must provide concrete examples that clearly illustrate how you meet the requirements. Resumes may be used as a secondary source to validate the qualifications described; comments such as "refer to my attached resume" will not be accepted and may result in your application being rejected. Only applications submitted on-line will be accepted.

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Intent of the process

The immediate need is to staff one position in the NCR where the employee will be required to physically go into the work building.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "Please describe how you meet the following experience criteria "Experience working in a molecular and cellular biology laboratory" by providing details and concrete examples including where, when and how it was acquired as well as describe your research interests/proposed objectives."

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education
The student must be enrolled or willing to enroll in a full-time Master’s degree program at the Faculty of Sciences in the Department of Biology at the University of Ottawa with a specialization in any of the following: Biology or Toxicology.

By the start date (Sept 01, 2021), the student must be registered at the Faculty of Sciences in the Department of Biology at the University of Ottawa in their first year of a Master’s program with specialization in biology or toxicology, for which supervised laboratory or field research is required for graduation.

Degree equivalency

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Experience
Experience working in a molecular and cellular biology laboratory.

Knowledge
Knowledge of experimental methods in biology.

Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing*.

* Written communication will be assessed throughout the candidates applications.

Personal Suitability
Respectful of Diversity
Effective interpersonal relationships

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

Operational Needs
Willing and able to work overtime when required and on short notice.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - NOTE: 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.

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

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.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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