##Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Science and Technology Branch

###Closing date: April 6, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Reference number AGR26J-059095-000225

Selection process number 26-AGR-RAP-14

Location Ottawa (Ontario)

Employment tenure The projected start date is September 1, 2026 with an end date of December 29, 2028 (or depending on the candidate's availability or needs). It is expected that the student will work 7.5 hours per week with the possibility of part-time extension.

Salary $25.17 to $38.38 per hour - Masters $25.17 to $31.69 and PhD $29.64 to $38.38. Varies as per the level of education and experience.

Who can Persons residing in Canada, Canadian citizens, and Permanent residents abroad.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 Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.

##On this page

About the position

Conditions of employment

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 The candidate will be responsible for providing both analytical and technical support for the identification and characterization of novel gens with deferential geographical expression. For this reason a graduate student with previous research experience in plant genomics, transcriptomics, RNA sequencing and bioinformatics will be required. The student will be expected to have prior experience in routine molecular biology techniques such as, DNA/ RNA extraction, PCR, electrophoresis, sequencing, bioinformatics and etc. Other tasks may include preparation and handling of microbial cultures involving proper aseptic technique; solvent extraction; and proper chemical waste management and routine laboratory maintenance.

Work environment The site of work is situated on the fourth floor of the Neatby Bldg. at the Ottawa Research and Development Centre in Ottawa, Ontario. Work will be done in a plant molecular biology lab working in the field of soybean and other cover crop genomics and proteomics research. The lab is a communal environment, where work will be carried out both alone and in teams and space may be shared between research groups.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

Important messages 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.

##Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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With appropriate safety precautions in place:

• Ability and willingness to work in a laboratory environment for extended periods of time.
• Ability and willingness to work with chemicals and other hazardous materials. Known allergies must be controlled through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication and must not impinge upon duties to be performed.

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.

##You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Education*:
Currently enrolled or will be enrolled by the date of appointment in a M.Sc or Ph.D. program at Carleton University in one of the following specializations: Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, Biochemistry, Life Science or Computational Biology), within the Department of biology.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.

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Experience:

• Experience*in planning and executing research projects in a laboratory environment.

• Experience*in molecular biology related practices in DNA and RNA extraction from plant materials.

• Experience*in sequencing in DNA, RNA, and sequencing data analysis.

• Experience*in bioinformatics and gene ontology analysis.

• Experience*in plant genomics database including but not limited to Soybean, Arabidopsis and Lupin.

• In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

Applied / assessed at a later date

Knowledge:
Knowledge of theory and principles of DNA, and RNA sequencing.

Knowledge of theory and principles of Bioinformatics (Genomics and Proteomics) data analysis.

Knowledge of theory and principles of plant genomics and proteomics.
Knowledge of theory and principles of genetics.

Competencies:
Creativity and innovation
Problem Solving
Teamwork
Interactive Communication

##Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

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

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##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.

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 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.

Learn more about employment equity.

##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 cover letter - Around 1000 words discussing your research expertise and knowledge of molecular biology related practices mentioned within the position description.
• Contact information for 2 references
• 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

For further information on the Research Affiliate Program (RAP), please visit Research Affiliate Program (RAP)

##Hiring organization contact

**Name:**RAP Team – Research Affiliate Program
**Email address:**aafc.rap-par.aac@agr.gc.ca