PhD - Exploration geochemistry of surficial media over LCT pegmatites, Superior Province - Research Affiliate Program

Natural Resources Canada- Geoscience & Earth Monitoring Sector - Geological Survey of Canada - GSC-Central

Closing date:July 29, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Selection process number
2026-RSN-EA-GEMS-677724

Location
Winnipeg(Manitoba)

Employment tenure
This Ph.D. RAP Bursary will start September 2026 and end August 2029. It is expected that the student will work approximately 10 to 15 hours per week for a three-year period (nine semesters) with the possibility of extension.

Salary
Scholarship of $30,000/year divided into 3 equal installments each year.

Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.To be considered for RAP opportunities, students must be:
1. Recognized as having full-time student status by the post-secondary academic institution at which they are presently enrolled OR be a part time student who is recognized by their academic institution as a having a disability;
2. The minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located; AND
3. Enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of their curriculum.

Duties
We are seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. student in hydrogeochemistry / biogeochemistry to investigate the surficial geochemical footprint of LCT pegmatites 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 doctorate degree supervised by Dr. Steve Beyer (Geological Survey of Canada).

Positions to be filled
1

Language requirements (essential for the job)
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.

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 apply.

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.

- A cover letter-of approximately 500 words outlining your interest and specifically detailing how you meet the essential education and experience qualifications listed below (please include how, when, and where this education and experience was obtained).

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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