MSc Student in Geology, or other relevant specialization - Research Affiliate Program

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Assessment accommodation

Duties

This MSc position will support on-going research at the Geological Survey of Canada to better understand element mobility pathways in mineralized and unmineralized metamorphic rocks. The MSc project will involve targeted fieldwork north of Rankin Inlet (Nunavut, summer 2023), combined with the application of modern geochemical and petrographic techniques, and integrated with state-of-the-art microscopy, to investigate tectonic structures associated with amalgamation of the Rae and Hearne cratons, and their relationship to ore genesis in the region.

Work environment

At Natural Resources Canada, a Federal government job means developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. Canada's governments depend on geoscience to inform policy, manage the country's landmass and develop its natural resources responsibly. The Geological Survey of Canada (GSC) is the national organization for geoscientific information and research. Since 1842 the Geological Survey of Canada has produced cutting-edge, authoritative geoscience to support mineral exploration, climate change research, marine and coastal resilience, and natural hazards mapping. Our work supports decision-making in the mining and energy sectors, as well as national sovereignty, hazards risk management and more. The GSC is proud to create a workplace that supports an accessible, equitable, inclusive, and diverse workforce at the ready to tackle current and future science challenges. The GSC provides a stimulating work environment with a passionate team and promotes work-life balance.

Intent of the process

The intention is to staff one student position for the completion of a Master of Science degree supervised by Dr. Desmond Moser at University of Western Ontario.

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)

• Currently enrolled or willing to enroll at the University of Western Ontario in a Master of Science program with specialization relevant to the duties of the position.
• Graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Geology, Earth Sciences, Geosciences, or other relevant specialization from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
In the context of student recruitment in the federal public service, experience can be acquired through studies, work experience or volunteer activities.
• Experience in optical microscopy and methods of mineral identification

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
• Knowledge of mineralogy, petrology, structural geology or geochemistry;
• Knowledge of mineral deposits.

Abilities:
• Ability to work in a team;
• Ability to communicate effectively orally;
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

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

The Department of Natural Resources Canada is committed to having a skilled and diversified workforce representative of the population we serve. In support of our strategy to achieve employment equity goals, selection may be limited to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: women, Aboriginal persons, persons with a disability, and members of visible minority groups.

Conditions of employment

• Reliability Status security clearance - This factor is not used at the screening stage. The hiring department is responsible for the security clearance process.
• Willing and able to work in a laboratory;
• Willing and able to undertake fieldwork in diverse environments.
• The duration of the project will take place over two years between 2023 and 2025.

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

We thank all applicants for their interest in our position(s). For the purpose of this staffing process, only candidates selected for further assessment will be contacted.

For further information on the Research Affiliate Program (RAP), please visit:
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/recruitment/students/research-affiliate-program.html

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.

For this selection process, it is our intention to communicate with candidates via email. Candidates must include a valid email address in their application. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email).

An interview may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials. Transcripts and a list of courses may be required.

Candidates with foreign credentials must provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials for further information at http://www.cicic.ca/.

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

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

Candidates from outside the public service may be required to pay for travel and relocation costs associated with this selection process.

Preference

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