PhD/MSc Student – Carbon Sequestration Geoscientist - Research Affiliate Program

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Assessment accommodation

Duties

The Geological Survey of Canada (Atlantic) is seeking 1-2 PhD or MSc students to complete research related to geological carbon sequestration, in conjunction with the Memorial University of Newfoundland. Research activities may include, but are not limited to:

- Petrographic analysis of potential CO2 storage reservoirs
- Chemical and petrophysical analysis of borehole core samples
- Reactive transport experiments for fluid-fluid and fluid-rock interactions
- Static and dynamic reservoir modelling

The candidates would complete their research primarily at the Memorial University of Newfoundland in St. John’s, NL, with the intent being that these activities will allow them to complete the research component of their PhD or MSc degree requirements.

Work environment

Successful applicants will enroll in a PhD or MSc program at the Memorial University of Newfoundland in St. John’s, NL (https://www.mun.ca/main/about), in the Department of Process Engineering and/or the Department of Earth Sciences.

Intent of the process

The intention is to staff one to two (1-2) student positions for the completion of a doctoral or masters degree, in either Science or Engineering, at the Memorial University of Newfoundland.

Positions to be filled: 2

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "detailing your previous research experience, how you meet the education and experience requirements below, and what aspects of research in geological CO2 sequestration you are most interested in pursuing."

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

• Currently enrolled or willing to enroll in a PhD or MSc program at the Memorial University of Newfoundland, in the Department of Earth Sciences or the Department of Process Engineering.

• Graduation with a Master of Science or Master of Engineering degree with a relevant specialization from a recognized post-secondary institution OR graduation with a Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering with significant research experience in a relevant specialization.

Degree equivalency

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

In the context of student recruitment in the federal public service, experience can be acquired through studies, work experience or volunteer activities.

• Experience/knowledge in geophysics, geochemistry, and/or mineralogy.
• Experience working in a high-pressure/high-temperature geological laboratory environment.
• Experience operating rock and fluid characterization equipment including a porosimeter, permeameter, or capillary centrifuge, among other equipment.
• Familiarity with software packages and programming languages including Python, MATLAB, ChemStation, ECLIPSE, PETREL, CMG, Ansys Fluent, Simcenter STAR-CCM+, COMSOL Multiphysics, or OLGA Dynamic Multiphase Flow Simulator, among others.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

• Good communication and technical writing skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as in teams.

• Motivated and able to engage in both theoretical and practical research, as well as interdisciplinary collaboration.

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

Natural Resources Canada is committed to establishing and maintaining a representative workforce. This organizational need may be identified as part of the appointment decision. In such cases, qualified candidates who self-declare as members of a visible minority group, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities or women (in non-traditional occupations) could be considered in priority.

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. Therefore, the student will be asked by the hiring organization to complete security-related 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

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

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/.

Preference

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