About the position
Duties
We are seeking a highly motivated M.Sc. student in igneous petrology / mineral chemistry to investigate the temperature and pressure conditions of LCT pegmatite emplacement in the Archean Superior Province in Ontario and Manitoba. The pegmatites range from high-grade and high-tonnage, economically significant intrusions to smaller dikes hosted by peraluminous granite, metasedimentary, and metavolcanic rocks near regional-scale shear zones. The candidate will be based at University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Canada and will be expected to regularly attend group meetings at University of Manitoba and the Geological Survey of Canada (GSC) in Ottawa, actively collaborate with the research team, and publish results in peer-reviewed journals. The position will involve laboratory analyses at University of Manitoba and the GSC, as well as possible fieldwork in the summers of 2026 and 2027. This study forms part of ongoing research at the GSC into the genesis, tectonic setting, and exploration geochemistry of lithium-bearing pegmatites, with implications for exploration targeting.
Work environment
Canada’s governments depend on geoscience to inform policy, manage the country's landmass and develop its natural resources responsibly. The Geological Survey of Canada (GSC) is the national organization for geoscientific information and research. Since 1842 the Geological Survey of Canada has produced cutting-edge, authoritative geoscience to support mineral exploration, climate change research, marine and coastal resilience, and natural hazards mapping. Our work supports decision-making in the mining and energy sectors, as well as national sovereignty, hazards risk management and more. The GSC is proud to create a workplace that supports an accessible, equitable, inclusive, and diverse workforce at the ready to tackle current and future science challenges. The GSC provides a stimulating work environment with a passionate team and promotes work-life balance.
Intent of the process
The intention is to staff one student position for the completion of a masters degree supervised by Dr. Steve Beyer (Geological Survey of Canada).
Positions to be filled
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Important messages
You must provide proof of your education credentials, and a list of courses may be required.
Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
A random and/or top-down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.
Candidates from outside the public service may be required to pay for travel and relocation costs associated with this selection process.
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.
For further information on the Research Affiliate Program (RAP), please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/recruitment/students/research-affiliate-program.html
Natural Resources Canada is committed to employment equity and building strength through diversity. We welcome applications from qualified people and encourage members of the designated groups (Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Visible Minorities and Women) to apply and to self-identify.
For this selection process, it is our intention to communicate with candidates via email for screening and assessment purposes (including issuing screening results and sending invitations for written tests and interviews). To that end, you must include a valid email address in your application. It is your responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users. It is also your responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required.
We thank all applicants for their interest in our position(s). For the purpose of this staffing process, only candidates selected for further assessment will be contacted.
Conditions of employment
• Reliability Status security clearance - This factor is not used at the screening stage; the hiring department is responsible for the security clearance process.
• Ability to travel for possible fieldwork*, conferences, and/or meetings.
• Be in possession of a valid driver’s license.
*For fieldwork, the student must obtain certifications as needed, including remote first aid/CPR.
You need (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
Education:
• Currently enrolled, or willing to enroll, in an M.Sc. program at University of Manitoba with specialization relevant to the duties of the position. Proof will be required before the start date.
• Graduated with a B.Sc. in Earth Science, Geology, or related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution. Proof will be required before the start date.
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Experience:
In the context of student recruitment in the federal public service, experience can be acquired through studies, work experience or volunteer activities. The successful candidates are expected to have experience in:
• Petrographic descriptions of thin sections
• Working individually and in teams.
Note: In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.
Knowledge:
• A strong foundation in igneous petrology, including key mineral and texture identification in hand sample and with a petrographic microscope.
• A familiarity with the concepts of mineral chemistry as applied to geo-thermometry and -barometry.
• A familiarity with the concepts of stable isotopes
Abilities:
• Good written and oral communication skills in English.
Our commitment
We're 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 contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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