Ruminant Phd

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Science and Technology Branch
Lethbridge (Alberta)
$29.64 to $38.38 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 visit Research Affiliate Program (RAP)

**Closing date: 24 April 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time**

**Who can apply**: Persons residing in Canada, Canadian citizens, and Permanent residents abroad.
- Be enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of the curriculum.
- Be at least the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located.

**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**:
**Work environment**:
The student will work within the Ruminant System Science research program at the Lethbridge Research & Development Centre. The student will be working alongside a research scientist, research technicians, undergraduate students, graduate students, as well as collaborations with other research programs. Work across ruminant animal facilities, the laboratory, and at the computer can be expected.

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

**Information you must provide**:
Your résumé.

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 doctorate program at a recognized post-secondary institution with a specialization in : animal science, agriculture or any other related fields.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
Experience* in working within a research setting.
Experience* in conducting laboratory analysis on samples associated with animal science research.
Experience* in conducting life cycle analysis related to beef cattle production and/or food loss and waste.
- In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

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

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
Knowledge of principles of ruminant nutrition.
Knowledge of Canadian Beef Cattle Systems.

Competencies:
Initiative
Planning and organizing
Interactive Communication

Abilities:
Ability to plan, design and conduct scientific research.
Ability to conduct data analysis, statistical analysis and summarize results.
Ability to communicate well orally and in writing.

**The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)**:
Information on employment equity

Operational requirements:
Possession of a valid class 5 Alberta driver’s license or other provincial/territorial equivalency.
Ability and willingness to work safely with animals in various animal facilities, including a willingness to use personal protective equipment as required.
Ability and willingness to control allergies, through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication and this must not impinge upon the duties to be performed.
Ability and willingness to periodically work flexible hours as dictated by animal research.
Ability and willingness to travel, including overnight travel to obtain training and to acquire/transport research animals/samples (e.g. from collaborating institutions).

**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 and, therefore will be asked by the hiring organization to complete security-relevant documents.

**Other information**:
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