Research Associate

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: 22 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**:
As one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, AAFC takes pride in fostering a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued for their unique qualities, ideas, voices, and perspectives.
The Lethbridge Research and Development Centre, located in Lethbridge, AB, is one of the largest facilities within AAFC’s network of 20 research and development centres. Lethbridge is a vibrant mid-sized city with a population of approximately 100,000. It is situated two hours south of Calgary and just one hour north of the U.S. border, offering convenient access to a wide range of amenities and destinations within driving distance.

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.

Contact information for 3 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 doctorate program at University of Alberta with a specialization in : Plant Breeding, Plant Genetics, Applied Statistics and/or Molecular Biology.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
Experience* in agricultural based field, greenhouse and molecular lab research
Experience* in analysis of DNA or RNA sequencing data
- 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 plant breeding and genetics
Knowledge of hybridization of plants
Knowledge of experimental designs and statistical analysis
Knowledge of bioinformatics

Competencies:
Adaptability
Initiative
Judgement
Teamwork
Interactive Communication

Abilities:
Ability to write and communicate results effectively to diverse audiences

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

Ability and willingness to work in field, greenhouse and molecular laboratory with limited supervision
Ability and willingness to work under various environmental and weather conditions.
Ability and willingness to work with hazardous materials and chemicals.
Willingness to work off hours

**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**:
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