Phd Research Affiliate - Saskatoon, Canada - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

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Saskatoon, Canada

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Description

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Science and Technology Branch
Saskatoon (Saskatchewan)

$26.72 to $34.59 per hour (Varies as per 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:

Closing date: 16 June :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 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:

Under the co-supervision of a Geneticist (AAFC) and a Molecular Plant Pathologist at the hosting university, carry out a research project on genetic mapping of clubroot resistance genes in Brassica species.

The duties include searching and reviewing literature, planning and executing experiments, analyzing trial data and preparing progress reports and manuscripts.

Work environment:

For more information about the Saskatoon Research and Development Centre and Supervisor Dr.

Fengqun Yu, please see the following links:
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 2 references.

Education:

Currently enrolled or will be enrolled by the date of appointment in a PhD program at an accredited post-secondary university in one of the following specializations: Biology, Microbiology, Plant Pathology, or Plant Science.

Degree equivalency

Experience:

Experience in working with plant
- pathogen interaction.

Experience in preparation of manuscripts for publication.

In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the 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 pathology and genetics.
Knowledge of canola diseases in Western Canada.

Competencies:
Adaptability
Initiative
Interactive Communication
Teamwork

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

Operational Requirements:
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours.

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 work in laboratory and greenhouse environments.

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 employment.

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.