Msc Student

Natural Resources Canada - Lands and Minerals Sector Ottawa (Ontario) This is a student position for a 2 year period. For further information on the organization, please visit Natural Resources Canada **Closing date: 27 November 2024 - 23:59, Pacific Time** **Who can apply**: To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, you must meet the following criteria: - Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad. - Be recognized as having full-time student status by the post-secondary academic institution at which you are currently enrolled. (A proof will be required). - Be 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**: At Natural Resources Canada, a Federal government job means developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. We know it takes people from diverse pools of talent to make this happen. That is why we are looking for people like you. As an employee at Natural Resources Canada you can enjoy diverse employment opportunities, a range of career development programs, and a learning culture that supports you to learn on an ongoing basis. We support balancing your work and private life by offering the benefits of flexible work arrangements. **Intent of the process**: The intention is to staff one student position for the completion of a MSc. **Positions to be filled**: 1 **Information you must provide**: Your résumé. A covering letter "A one-page cover letter to describe what their career goals are and why they are interested in perusing this position." 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 **The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)**: English essential Information on language requirements Education: - BSc in Biology, Environmental Science, Geochemistry, Biochemistry / Molecular Biology, or a related field, - Demonstrate prior courses in Microbiology/Molecular Biology with sufficient general knowledge of biogeochemistry and biochemistry. Degree equivalency **Experience**: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate complex scientific concepts clearly to diverse audiences. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in conducting experiments and maintaining laboratory records. **The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)**: A keen interest in learning new lab and bioinformatics skills. I will teach you what I know and offer resources, but I expect students to be motivated and work independently in this area. 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 - Note: 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. To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, you must meet the following criteria: - Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad. - Be recognized as having full-time student status by the post-secondary academic institution at which you are currently enrolled. (A proof will be required). - Be the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located. 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 You must provide proof of your education credentials. Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. 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. **Preferenc