Msc Student - Waterloo, Canada - Natural Resources Canada

Natural Resources Canada

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Waterloo, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Natural Resources Canada - Geological Survey of Canada - Lands and Minerals Sector
Waterloo (Ontario)
It is expected that the student will work approximately 10-15 hours per week for a two year period (six semesters), from Summer 2023 (May) to Summer 2025 (April)
$22.71 to $28.57 per hour (Salary will be determined by the student's academic level and weekly work schedule. Students will be paid up to $21,000/year over three equal installments.)
For further information on the organization, please visit Natural Resources Canada

Closing date: 24 March :59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:
Students enrolled or willing to enroll in a M.Sc.

program at University of Waterloo (proof will be required before the start date) in an Earth Sciences program, or other specializations relevant to the duties of the position.

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:

This project involves the study of Quaternary stratigraphy and sedimentology in the Hudson Bay Lowland of northeastern Manitoba.

The project aims to contribute to the understanding of regional glacial history with a focus on subglacial dynamics through detailed studies of multiple till sheets.

The research will involve description of stratigraphic sections and sampling, measurements of till clast fabrics, various laboratory measurements (e.g., grain size, clast lithology counts), as well as analysis of compositional data (e.g., indicator minerals, sediment geochemistry) to determine sediment provenance (bedrock source regions).

The project is part of the GEM GeoNorth Program of the Geological Survey of Canada.

Work environment:

The Geological Survey of Canada is part of Natural Resources Canada's Lands and Minerals Sector. It is a national organization for geoscientific information and research.

Its world-class expertise focuses on the sustainable development of Canada's mineral, energy and water resources; stewardship of Canada's environment; management of natural geological and related hazards; and technology innovation.

Intent of the process:

The intention is to staff one (1) student position for the completion of a Master of Science degree at University of Waterloo.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide:

Your résumé.

Currently enrolled or willing to enroll at the University of Waterloo in a Master of Science 'Earth Science' program (Thesis Option).
Graduation* with a Bachelor of Science in Earth Sciences or a similar program 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.

Fieldwork experience.
Experience working in a laboratory setting.

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

Information on language requirements

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

The student must be willing to carry out laboratory work and possess or obtain all required laboratory safety training.
For fieldwork, the student must be able to pass a Health Canada medical, and possess or obtain safety courses as required, including first aid/CPR, wilderness first aid, and firearms training.

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.

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