Summer Research Assistant - Research Affiliate Program

Duties
Due to the breadth of the research undertaken at the Charlottetown Research and Development Centre , the individual will provide support and technical assistance at an AAFC Research Centre & Farm in some or all of the following by:- Assisting with laboratory and/or field activities to support research programs.
- Carries out research activities under lab and/or field conditions.
- Contributing to the development and analytical methods and evaluation techniques.
- Contribution to the development of new techniques and methods.
- Contributing to the collection and completion of data analysis.
- Operating in or around farm machinery in a safe manor.

Work environment
The Charlottetown Research and Development Centre (CRDC) is part of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s national network of 20 research centres. The CRDC focuses on the development and transfer of knowledge and innovative technologies for agriculture in Atlantic Canada. Its mission is to undertake research to enhance environmental sustainability of crop production systems in the heavily leached soils and sensitive watersheds of the Atlantic Region, diversification from bioresources both regionally and nationally, and innovative in primary production agriculture. The centre also supports national research in integrated crop production and several national crop breeding programs. Student positions will be available with research farm work groups, scientists and related work groups at the CRDC in Charlottetown and/or the research farm in Harrington, PE. The exact type of work a student can expect will depend on the research interests of the supervising scientist or work group; this could entail laboratory, greenhouse, field research or a combination of all three work areas.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

Intent of the process
Positions will be based at the Charlottetown Research and Development Centre (CRDC) with work locations based at either Charlottetown or Harrington, PE.

Positions to be filled
10

Important messages
As part of its priority to advance reconciliation and renew Canada’s relationship with Indigenous Peoples, AAFC is committed to hiring more Indigenous Peoples into their workforce. Better representation within the public service of Canada’s fastest-growing demographic group will lead to more innovative and inclusive solutions to today’s complex challenges. Ultimately, this will improve government services for Canadians. Indigenous peoples are therefore encouraged to apply to this process and self-identify.Candidates will be required to pay for their own travel related to assessment and successful candidates will be responsible for obtaining their own living accommodations.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.

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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.

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- Known allergies must be controlled through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication and must not impinge upon the duties to be performed.
- With appropriate safety precautions in place, ability and willingness to work in laboratory, greenhouse or field conditions for extended periods of time.
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors under various weather conditions, exposed to biting and stinging insects.
- Under normal safety precautions, the ability and willingness to work with hazardous materials.

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Education:Candidate must be enrolled now, or will be enrolled by the date of the appointment, in a college , bachelor’s, master's or doctorate program at a recognized postsecondary institution with a specialization in :
• Agricultural Science;
• Plant Science;
• Biology;
• Bioscience Technology;
• Chemistry;
• Environmental Science;
• Environmental or Civil Engineering;
• Food Science;
• Natural Resources;
• Microbiology;
• Entomology;
• Soil Science;
• Computer science;
• Or a related agricultural program.Note: Must be currently recognized as having full-time student status in the academic institution in which you are presently enrolled, pending approval of acceptance or in the process of submitting your application. Proof of enrollment will be required prior to start date and the student must be returning to full-time studies for your next academic term.

Experience:
• Experience in conducting laboratory, field or greenhouse experiments.
• Experience in collecting, processing or performing analysis on samples.
• Experience in using computers (ie. Data entry, working with data loggers).*In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

Knowledge: - Knowledge of related laboratory or field research methodologies, tools, theories, practices and principles.

Competencies: - Interactive Communication
- Teamwork
- Concern for Safety

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Applied / assessed at a later date

English or French - You are entitled to participate in the selection process in the official language of your choice.

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Agriculture and Agri-food Canada recognizes that the diversity of its employee population contributes to its strength and integrity. We are committed to achieving employment equity and developing a highly capable workforce that is representative of Canadian Society. We encourage women (especially in non-traditional occupations), Indigenous peoples (Aboriginal peoples), persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups to apply and declare themselves as part of one or more of the Employment Equity groups, as selection may be limited to candidates belonging to one or more of the groups.

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Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

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