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AAFC is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s best diversity employers. We welcome all applicants and strongly encourage candidates to self-declare if they belong to an Employment Equity designated group (i.e. Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Visible Minorities, or Women).
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.
Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts emails from unknown users (some email systems block these types of emails).
Under the supervision of the research scientist, the student will conduct scientific experiments and other laboratory work, analyze data, write reports and manuscripts, and write a thesis including scientific research background, methodology, results obtained, and discussion. As part of the research project, duties may include, but are not limited to, protein purification and characterization, chemical treatment/polysaccharide preparation/glycan extractions for glycomics, and glycomics analyses of carbohydrates and/or glycoproteins by liquid chromatography - mass spectrometry.
The research lab and Glycomics Support Unit is located at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lethbridge Research and Development Centre in Lethbridge, Alberta. The student will be working with and trained by a team of glycomics researchers and experts in biochemistry and carbohydrate chemistry. The focus of this research team is to understand how carbohydrates are formed, modified, and consumed in agricultural plant, animal, and environmental systems. The student will be training under the research scientist, research assistants, and facility managers. The duration of the project is from 2024-2027.
AAFC is committed to diversity and inclusion. We have several networks dedicated to ensuring that the department continues to grow as an inclusive, accessible, respectful and diverse workplace. All employees are encouraged and welcomed to join the networks and participate in their activities and events.
• The Gender and Sexual Diversity Inclusiveness Network
• The Indigenous Network Circle
• The Managers' Community
• The Persons with Disabilities Network
• The Student Panel of Representatives for Orientation, Unity and Training
• The Visible Minorities Network
• The Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Network
• The Young Professional's Network
Positions to be filled: 1
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
Education:
Currently enrolled or will be enrolled by the date of appointment in a Master’s or PhD program at the University of Lethbridge with specialization in: Biochemistry or related discipline.
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or other relevant specialization from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Experience:
Experience in conducting scientific experiments in biochemistry or chemistry.
Experience in reading and writing scientific reports and articles.
*In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.
English essential
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Knowledge of:
Biochemistry
Mass spectrometry
Carbohydrate chemistry
Agriculture
Competencies:
Interactive communication
Teamwork
Adaptability
Showing initiative
Demonstrating integrity and respect
Abilities:
Good written and oral communication skills.
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
Operational Requirements:
Ability and willingness to work in laboratory with hazardous materials where appropriate safety measures are in place.
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours.
Ability and willingness to travel for fieldwork, conferences, and/or meetings.
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.
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 online through https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/opportunities/government.html.
Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online 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.
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.