Student – Soil Carbon - Research Affiliate Program

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Duties

Due to the breadth of the research undertaken at the Centre, the individual will provide support and technical assistance at an Agriculture and Agri-Food Research Centre in the soil carbon team by:
- Contributing to the development of soil carbon analytical methods and evaluation techniques.
- Contributing to the development of new soil carbon techniques and methods
- Contributing to collection and completion of soil data analysis
- Assisting with laboratory and field support for soil research programs
- Carries out research activities under lab and/or field conditions

Work environment

The Fredericton Research Centre in Fredericton, New Brunswick is one of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's network of 20 research centers. The main focus of research conducted in the soil carbon team at the center is in three areas:
- Atlantic soil Survey
- Development of new lab techniques
- Enhancing the carbon storage and environmental performance of production systems

The Fredericton Research and Development Centre develops new varieties, new knowledge, and new technologies to support the implementation of economically and environmentally sustainable crop production systems.
The Fredericton Research and Development Center is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regards to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, or genetic information within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations.

Positions to be filled: 3

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Education*
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor, Master’s or PhD program in a recognized post-secondary institution in soil science, natural resources, agronomy, environmental science or other relevant discipline

Degree equivalency

Experience:
Experience* in performing laboratory studies to analyze soil.

*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 soil organic matter and/or soil health in forest or agricultural production systems.

Competencies:
Teamwork
Planning and Organizing

Abilities:
Ability to make presentations to varied audiences

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

Agriculture and Agri-food Canada recognizes that the diversity of its employee population contributes to its strength and integrity. We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian Society. We encourage women (especially in non-traditional occupations), Indigenous peoples (Aboriginal peoples), persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the Employment Equity groups as selection may be limited to candidates belonging to one or more of the groups.

Information on employment equity

Ability and willingness to travel.
Ability and willingness to work in laboratory, greenhouse, and/or field environments for extended periods at a time.
Ability and willingness to work with plants in the laboratory, field, greenhouse or growth chamber.
Ability and willingness to work with chemicals.
Ability and willingness to control allergies, through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication without impinging on the duties to be performed.
Ability and willingness to work with hazardous chemicals and pesticides using appropriate safety equipment after receiving suitable training.
Ability and willingness to work in field plots with rough, uneven terrain, where agricultural amendments and pesticides (in accordance with safety standards and label specifications) are used.
Possession of a valid driver’s license or personal mobility to the extent normally associated with the possession of a valid driver’s license.

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.

All employees of the core public administration are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and attest to their vaccination status unless accommodated based on a medical contraindication, religion, or another prohibited ground for discrimination as defined under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

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 https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/opportunities/government.html.

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.

On October 6, 2021, the Government of Canada announced details of its plans to require vaccination across the federal public service. The details can be found on this site: https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/news/2021/10/backgrounder-covid-19-vaccine-requirement-for-the-federal-workforce.html

As per the new Policy on COVID-19 Vaccination for the Core Public Administration Including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, federal public servants in the Core Public Administration and members of the RCMP must attest to their vaccination status. The requirement for employees to be fully vaccinated applies whether they are teleworking, working remotely or working on-site. This is a condition of employment and it applies to indeterminate (permanent), determinate (term), casual, and student hiring. Should you reach the point in the selection process where it is necessary to verify terms and conditions of employment then the hiring manager or a human resources representative will contact you in order to complete an attestation. The Policy can be found on this site: https://www.tbs-sct.gc.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32694

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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