Student Research Assistant - Research Assistant Program (RAP)
About the role
Environment and Climate Change Canada - Science and Technology
Closing date: May 15, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Reference number
DOE26J-136996-000358
Selection process number
26-DOE-RCN-STU-672762
Location
Ottawa (Ontario)
Salary
$18.84 to $31.69 per hour - (Rates of pay are determined at the initial appointment or reappointment stage and are based on the student's current academic level. https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/pay/rates-pay/student-rates-pay/student-rates-pay-2024.html)
Level
EG-03
Who can
To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, all candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria by the date of appointment:
-
Be recognized as having full-time student status at an accredited Canadian post-secondary academic institution (this includes students with a disability deemed to have full-time status). Individuals pending approval of acceptance or in the process of submitting applications are encouraged to , as proof of enrollment will only be required prior to the start date.
-
Be enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of the curriculum.
-
Be at least the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located.
Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit Environment and Climate Change Canada.
On this page
About the position
You need (essential for the job)
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Our commitment
Equity, diversity and inclusion
Preference
How to
Additional links
Hiring organization contact
About the position
Duties
Under the supervision of government research scientists and academic collaborators, the selected student will be responsible for building a plastic polymer reference library and examining samples for microplastics.
Work environment
The Division of Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is located at the National Wildlife Research Centre and has University partners across the country, which allows for close collaboration between government researchers and the students and faculty of different institutions. This student research assistant position will provide the opportunity to collaborate with researchers at Environment and Climate Change Canada, and other government agencies, as well as with faculty and students at Carleton University and the University of Ottawa. The selected student would have access to a range of required resources at the National Wildlife Research Centre in order to carry out collaborative work with partners at ECCC.The projected start date is May 25, 2026 with an end date of March 31, 2027 (or depending on the candidate’s availability or organizational needs). The student is expected to work a maximum of 14 hours per week.
Positions to be filled
1
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.To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, all candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria by the date of appointment:
-
Be recognized as having full-time student status at an accredited Canadian post-secondary academic institution (this includes students with a disability deemed to have full-time status). Individuals pending approval of acceptance or in the process of submitting applications are encouraged to , as proof of enrollment will only be required prior to the start date.
-
Be enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of the curriculum.
-
Be at least the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located.
This includes students with physical or emotional disabilities deemed to have full-time status by their academic institution. Adult students registered in education and retraining programs at the secondary level may also be eligible for student employment programs. Learn more about whether you are eligible.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
EDUCATION:
The Student must be currently enrolled or willing to enroll in an undergraduate or graduate (MSc) program in geography or biology with full-time student status at the Carleton University or the University of Ottawa.
Learn more about degree equivalency.
EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with laboratory plastic pollution methods
- Experience working with environmental samples
KNOWLEDGE :
- Knowledge of the fundamentals of plastic pollution in the environment
ABILITIES:
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to complete data analysis.
- Ability to manage projects
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
English essential
Learn more about language requirements.
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.
Learn more about assessment accommodation.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you .
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.
Learn more about preference to veterans.
How to
Learn more about ing for Government of Canada jobs.
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
We'd like to thank all those who . However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Additional links
Affirmation of Aboriginal Affiliation
Environment and Climate Change Canada
Need help with your application? Check out our video for tips and advice!
Why work at Environment and climate change Canada?
Hiring organization contact
Name: Jennifer Provencher, Research Scientist
Email address: jennifer.provencher@ec.gc.ca
Not the right fit? Search for Student Research Assistant jobs in Ottawa, ON
About National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada
The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research and technology organization. Working with our partners, we're delivering a national platform for innovation. We conduct research, support small and medium-sized companies to help them scale up and compete and we connect Canadian innovators to leading R&D capabilities. We also enable cross-sector partnership and collaboration here at home.
Terms of use: https://nrc.canada.ca/en/corporate/contact-us/stay-connected
Le Conseil national de recherches Canada (CNRC) est la plus grande organisation de recherche et de technologie du gouvernement du Canada. Nous fournissons, en collaboration avec nos partenaires, une plateforme nationale pour l'innovation. Nous faisons de la recherche, nous soutenons les PME pour les aider à prendre de l'expansion et à être concurrentielles. Nous mettons les innovateurs canadiens en contact avec des capacités de R D de pointe et favorisons également les partenariats et la collaboration intersectoriels ici au pays.
Conditions d'utilisation : https://nrc.canada.ca/fr/organisation/contactez-nous/restez-branches
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Student Research Assistant - Research Assistant Program (RAP)
About the role
Environment and Climate Change Canada - Science and Technology
Closing date: May 15, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Reference number
DOE26J-136996-000358
Selection process number
26-DOE-RCN-STU-672762
Location
Ottawa (Ontario)
Salary
$18.84 to $31.69 per hour - (Rates of pay are determined at the initial appointment or reappointment stage and are based on the student's current academic level. https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/pay/rates-pay/student-rates-pay/student-rates-pay-2024.html)
Level
EG-03
Who can
To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, all candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria by the date of appointment:
-
Be recognized as having full-time student status at an accredited Canadian post-secondary academic institution (this includes students with a disability deemed to have full-time status). Individuals pending approval of acceptance or in the process of submitting applications are encouraged to , as proof of enrollment will only be required prior to the start date.
-
Be enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of the curriculum.
-
Be at least the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located.
Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit Environment and Climate Change Canada.
On this page
About the position
You need (essential for the job)
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Our commitment
Equity, diversity and inclusion
Preference
How to
Additional links
Hiring organization contact
About the position
Duties
Under the supervision of government research scientists and academic collaborators, the selected student will be responsible for building a plastic polymer reference library and examining samples for microplastics.
Work environment
The Division of Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is located at the National Wildlife Research Centre and has University partners across the country, which allows for close collaboration between government researchers and the students and faculty of different institutions. This student research assistant position will provide the opportunity to collaborate with researchers at Environment and Climate Change Canada, and other government agencies, as well as with faculty and students at Carleton University and the University of Ottawa. The selected student would have access to a range of required resources at the National Wildlife Research Centre in order to carry out collaborative work with partners at ECCC.The projected start date is May 25, 2026 with an end date of March 31, 2027 (or depending on the candidate’s availability or organizational needs). The student is expected to work a maximum of 14 hours per week.
Positions to be filled
1
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.To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, all candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria by the date of appointment:
-
Be recognized as having full-time student status at an accredited Canadian post-secondary academic institution (this includes students with a disability deemed to have full-time status). Individuals pending approval of acceptance or in the process of submitting applications are encouraged to , as proof of enrollment will only be required prior to the start date.
-
Be enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of the curriculum.
-
Be at least the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located.
This includes students with physical or emotional disabilities deemed to have full-time status by their academic institution. Adult students registered in education and retraining programs at the secondary level may also be eligible for student employment programs. Learn more about whether you are eligible.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
EDUCATION:
The Student must be currently enrolled or willing to enroll in an undergraduate or graduate (MSc) program in geography or biology with full-time student status at the Carleton University or the University of Ottawa.
Learn more about degree equivalency.
EXPERIENCE:
- Experience with laboratory plastic pollution methods
- Experience working with environmental samples
KNOWLEDGE :
- Knowledge of the fundamentals of plastic pollution in the environment
ABILITIES:
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to complete data analysis.
- Ability to manage projects
Language requirements (essential for the job)
Applied / assessed at a later date
English essential
Learn more about language requirements.
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.
Learn more about assessment accommodation.
Equity, diversity and inclusion
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you .
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.
Learn more about preference to veterans.
How to
Learn more about ing for Government of Canada jobs.
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
We'd like to thank all those who . However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Additional links
Affirmation of Aboriginal Affiliation
Environment and Climate Change Canada
Need help with your application? Check out our video for tips and advice!
Why work at Environment and climate change Canada?
Hiring organization contact
Name: Jennifer Provencher, Research Scientist
Email address: jennifer.provencher@ec.gc.ca
Not the right fit? Search for Student Research Assistant jobs in Ottawa, ON
About National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada
The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research and technology organization. Working with our partners, we're delivering a national platform for innovation. We conduct research, support small and medium-sized companies to help them scale up and compete and we connect Canadian innovators to leading R&D capabilities. We also enable cross-sector partnership and collaboration here at home.
Terms of use: https://nrc.canada.ca/en/corporate/contact-us/stay-connected
Le Conseil national de recherches Canada (CNRC) est la plus grande organisation de recherche et de technologie du gouvernement du Canada. Nous fournissons, en collaboration avec nos partenaires, une plateforme nationale pour l'innovation. Nous faisons de la recherche, nous soutenons les PME pour les aider à prendre de l'expansion et à être concurrentielles. Nous mettons les innovateurs canadiens en contact avec des capacités de R D de pointe et favorisons également les partenariats et la collaboration intersectoriels ici au pays.
Conditions d'utilisation : https://nrc.canada.ca/fr/organisation/contactez-nous/restez-branches