Student Research Assistant

Environment and Climate Change Canada – Science and Technology Branch, Ecosystem Health Research Department

Saskatoon (Saskatchewan)

From June 1 to September 1, 2021. 19 hours per week

$22.04 to $27.73 per hour

For further information on the organization, please visit Environment and Climate Change Canada

Closing date: 12 May 2021 – 23:59, Pacific Time

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Duties

The student is expected to be involved in data compilation and quality control, as well as statistical analyses of data (including coding), and preparation of manuscripts.

Work environment

The selected student will analyze scientific data pertaining to genetic material in avian feces to determine if different dietary items are equally detectable using molecular techniques.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

The student must be currently enrolled or able to enroll in a Master’s Program in the Department of Biology at the University of Saskatchewan, by 16-April, 2021.

The Principal Investigator for this project has Adjunct Status in the Department of Biology, at the University of Saskatchewan, and this location provides access to key resources, including physical copies of data sheets.

Degree equivalency

A strong background in biology and courses in Wildlife Conservation and Management, Statistical Foundations, Experimental Analysis, Advanced Linear Modeling, and Molecular Diagnostics are required (completed or in progress) and some prior research experience, including development of statistical models and molecular diagnostic protocols, is highly desirable. The student will also have knowledge related to University Teaching (Teaching Preparation, Graduate Professional Skills) and the ability to telework.

Demonstrated ability to write statistical code using R or similar software and to perform molecular diagnostic techniques such as DNA extraction, PCR amplification, and PCR assay design and optimization.

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

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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