Msc Student

Natural Resources Canada - Geological Survey of Canada - Lands and Minerals Sector
Vancouver (British Columbia), Victoria (British Columbia)
It is expected that the student will work 25 hours per week.

The hourly rate varies depending on the level of experience and (or) education, according to the Treasury Board student rates of pay.

$22.71 to $28.57 per hour (To start July 2023, ending March 2025.)
For further information on the organization, please visit Natural Resources Canada

Closing date: 22 March :59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:

Students enrolled or in the process of enrolling in an MSc program at Simon Fraser University (proof will be required before the start date) with a specialization in Geosciences or other relevant specialization.

To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, students must be:

• Recognized as having full-time student status by the post-secondary academic institution at which you are presently enrolled (proof will be required) OR be a part-time student who is recognized by their academic institution as a having a disability;
• The minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located; and
• Enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of their curriculum.

Important messages:

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process.

If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation.

All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Duties:

Intent of the process:

The intention is to staff one student position for the completion of a Master of Science degree, supervised by Dr.

Glyn Williams-Jones, at Simon Fraser University.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide:

Your résumé.

• Currently enrolled or in the process of enrolling at Simon Fraser University in a Master of Science program, specializing in Geoscience, Geology, or Earth Sciences.
• Graduation with a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts, with a specialization in Geosciences, Geology, Earth Sciences, or other relevant specialization from a recognized postsecondary institution.

Degree equivalency

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

• Study or employment experience in studying how magma composition and eruptive conditions can affect volcanic deposits.
• Geological field camp/school or relevant employment experience.

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

Information on language requirements

• Knowledge of volcanology.
• Capable of preparing reports of analyses and results.
• Capable of making effective presentations.
• Effective Interpersonal skills.
• Effective timemanagement skills.

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

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 securityrelated 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

Preference:

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.

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

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