Research Assistant

Graduate Research Assistant - Phage Biology and Applications - Research Affiliate Program
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada- Science and Technology Branch
The projected start date is June 1, 2024, with an end date of March 30, 2028 (or depending on the candidate's availability or needs). It is expected that the student will work 16 hours per week.
$53 per hour (Varies as per the level of education and experience.) For further information on the organization, please visit Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
For further information on the Research Affiliate Program (RAP), please visitResearch Affiliate Program (RAP)
Persons residing in Canada, Canadian citizens, and Permanent residents abroad.
To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, all candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria by the date of appointment:
- Be recognized as having full-time student status at an accredited Canadian post-secondary academic institution (this includes students with a disability deemed to have full-time status). Be enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of the curriculum.
- Apply online
AAFC is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s best diversity employers. 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.
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 a research scientist in conjunction with a university professor from the University of Guelph, university where the student is recruited, the candidate will conduct research in the area of microbiology, molecular biology, and phage biology, such as determining isolating and characterizing phages, cloning and production of active endolysin enzyme, identifying phage receptors on host bacteria, stabilize phage and/or its enzyme for animal application and other work as requested.
The lab is located at the Guelph Research and Development Centre – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (Guelph, On). The incumbent will apply molecular biological and microbiological techniques and be working with a diverse research team that is composed of a research scientist, research technician and a couple of other graduate and undergraduate students. The bacteriophage research program is focusing on understanding phage biology and using this information to develop novel phage-based biocontrol and detection technique. The project that will be assigned to the selected student aims for developing alternative to antibiotics to improve health of weaning piglets. The incumbent will be doing the lab experiments in a well equipped shared research lab and will have access to a shared workstation in the library area to collect relevant literature materials and analyze their results . The incumbent will also have access to various genomics tools to facilitate phage and bacterial genome analysis.
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: Currently enrolled or will be enrolled by the date of appointment in a PhD’s program at the University of Guelph with a specialization in microbiology, molecular or relevant field.
Note: Must be currently recognized as having full-time student status in the academic institution in which you are presently enrolled, pending approval of acceptance or in the process of submitting your application. Proof of enrollment will be required prior to start date and the student must be returning to full-time studies for your next academic term. Experience* in molecular biological techniques (e.g. PCR, cloning, western blotting, ELISA).
Experience* in mammalian or animal cell culture methodologies.
Experience* in phage display technique.
*In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through studies, work experience, or volunteer activities. Agriculture and Agri-food Canada recognize that the diversity of its employee population contributes to its strength and integrity. 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.
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. You must apply online through
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. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first. Graduate Research Assistant - Phage Biology and Applications - Research Affiliate Program
24-AGR-RAP-36 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada- Science and Technology Branch
The projected start date is June 1, 2024, with an end date of March 30, 2028 (or depending on the candidate's availability or needs). It is expected that the student will work 16 hours per week.
$53 per hour (Varies as per the level of education and experience.) For further information on the organization, please visit Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
For further information on the Research Affiliate Program (RAP), please visitResearch Affiliate Program (RAP)
Persons residing in Canada, Canadian citizens, and Permanent residents abroad.
To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, all candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria by the date of appointment:
- Be recognized as having full-time student status at an accredited Canadian post-secondary academic institution (this includes students with a disability deemed to have full-time status). Be enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of the curriculum.
- Apply online
AAFC is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s best diversity employers. 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.
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 a research scientist in conjunction with a university professor from the University of Guelph, university where the student is recruited, the candidate will conduct research in the area of microbiology, molecular biology, and phage biology, such as determining isolating and characterizing phages, cloning and production of active endolysin enzyme, identifying phage receptors on host bacteria, stabilize phage and/or its enzyme for animal application and other work as requested.
The lab is located at the Guelph Research and Development Centre – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (Guelph, On). The incumbent will apply molecular biological and microbiological techniques and be working with a diverse research team that is composed of a research scientist, research technician and a couple of other graduate and undergraduate students. The bacteriophage research program is focusing on understanding phage biology and using this information to develop novel phage-based biocontrol and detection technique. The project that will be assigned to the selected student aims for developing alternative to antibiotics to improve health of weaning piglets. The incumbent will be doing the lab experiments in a well equipped shared research lab and will have access to a shared workstation in the library area to collect relevant literature materials and analyze their results . The incumbent will also have access to various genomics tools to facilitate phage and bacterial genome analysis.
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: Currently enrolled or will be enrolled by the date of appointment in a PhD’s program at the University of Guelph with a specialization in microbiology, molecular or relevant field.
Note: Must be currently recognized as having full-time student status in the academic institution in which you are presently enrolled, pending approval of acceptance or in the process of submitting your application. Proof of enrollment will be required prior to start date and the student must be returning to full-time studies for your next academic term. Experience* in molecular biological techniques (e.g. PCR, cloning, western blotting, ELISA).
Experience* in mammalian or animal cell culture methodologies.
Experience* in phage display technique.
*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
Information on language requirements
Agriculture and Agri-food Canada recognize that the diversity of its employee population contributes to its strength and integrity. 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.
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. You must apply online through
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. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first. RAP Team – Research Affiliate Program aafc.Apply online
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