MSc Student on Salmon Contaminants - Research Affiliate Program - Research Affiliate Program Fisheries and Oceans Canada- Science Selection process number
26-DFO-PAC-EA-680832
Location
Sidney(British Columbia)
Salary
$25.17 to $31.69 per hour-The student will work approximately 22.5h per week.
Level
ST-UDE-NT
Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
Duties
The Marine Ecotoxicology team of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) based out of the Institute of Ocean Science (IOS) in Sidney, British Columbia conducts research on contaminants in marine ecosystems with focus on Canada’s endangered and contaminated whales, the Southern Resident Killer Whale and the St. Lawrence Estuary Beluga, and their food webs to provide information and advice to policy and management sectors for conservation. Understanding contaminant exposure and sources along with associated toxicological effects will aid in the ability to put protective measures in place. Objectives of the position:
Preparing and processing samples of invertebrate, fish and marine mammal tissues for the analyses of contaminants such as Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) and Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs)
Data processing of contaminants in fish and marine mammal tissue
Statistical analyses of contaminant data to assess tissue burdens in salmon and marine mammals
Defend research, internally in DFO and/or externally at meetings/conferences.
Data analysis, interpretation, and publication in government reports and peer-reviewed journals.
Work environment
Candidates of the program will work at Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Pacific Region – Institute of Ocean Sciences, Sidney, British Columbia. Candidates will also interact with team members at the Pacific Science Enterprise Centre in West Vancouver BC, and non-governmental organizations in the development and implementation of research plans, and during the dissemination of research findings.The intent of the process is to hire a student work for the duration of 24 months over the duration of their graduate studies.
Positions to be filled
1
Key messages To be considered for RAP opportunities, students must meet these 3 requirements:




you are a full-time student in a post-secondary institution
you are enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of your curriculum
you meet the minimum age required in the province/territory of work
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.
Note: Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents who meet the job requirements.
You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Some essential qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failure to do so could result in your application being rejected.
To work outdoors under various weather conditions.
You need (essential for the job) Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
Education Currently enrolled in a Masters of Science program at the University of Victoria in Biological Sciences or Environment and Geography.
Experience Experience conducting laboratory work, or field research experience.
Experience in analyzing data including performing statistics.
Experience using coding statistical software (e.g. R, matlab).
Experiencing writing scientific reports or manuscripts.
Knowledge Knowledge on contaminants in aquatic and/or marine ecosystems.
Competencies Demonstrating integrity and respect
Thinking things through
Working effectively with others
Showing initiative and being action-oriented
Language requirements (essential for the job) Ability to analyze,



interpret and communicate scientific data.
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.
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 apply.
Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service .
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Canadian Coast Guard are stronger and most effective when we reflect the diversity of the Canadian population we serve. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, first consideration may be given to candidates self-declaring as belonging to one of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and Women. As part of your application to this selection process, we invite you to self-declare which employment equity group(s) you belong to. To learn more, visit our website on Self-declaring for Government of Canada jobs.
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.
We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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📌 MSc Student on Salmon Contaminants - Research Affiliate Program (British Columbia)
🏢 Employment and Social Development Canada
📍 British Columbia