Research Associate - Computational Materials Modelling - Research Affiliate Program

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Duties

NRCan seeks a graduate student hire in the space of materials science. The project focuses on developing advanced models and computational tools for investigating hydrogen effects on fracture toughness of pipeline steels. The successful applicant will be responsible for data preparation, coding and working with researchers to develop numerical models characterizing the interactions of hydrogen and steel materials under different hydrogen charging and pipeline operation conditions.

Work environment

At Natural Resources Canada, a Federal government job means developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. We know it takes people from diverse pools of talent to make this happen. That is why we are looking for people like you. As an employee at Natural Resources Canada you can enjoy diverse employment opportunities, a range of career development programs, and a learning culture that supports you to learn on an ongoing basis. We support balancing your work and private life by offering the benefits of flexible work arrangements.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 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:
Students enrolled or able to enroll in a program at McGill University (proof will be required before the start date) with specialization in Materials Science and Engineering.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
- Have demonstrated through experience or work product, a capability to conduct research in materials science and develop numerical models.
- Demonstrated experience in mechanical testing techniques.

In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

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

Knowledge:
- Knowledge and/or experience in steel materials and fracture toughness testing.
- Knowledge and/or experience in modeling hydrogen diffusion and/or hydrogen embrittlement in metals.

Competencies:
- Competence in programming with Python or R languages.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

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.

Preference

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