Pursue groundbreaking research as an MSc student with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Focused on metagenomic approaches, this role tackles bacterial and viral diagnostics in dairy farming. You’ll engage in hands-on activities under the guidance of Dr.

Rhiannon

Wallace at the Agassiz Research and Development Centre. This position is ideal for full time MSc students specializing in Microbiology or related fields, providing an opportunity to gain field and lab experience while contributing to critical research on foodborne pathogens. Key Responsibilities:

- Gather biological samples from Fraser Valley dairy farms
- Prepare culture media and reagents accurately
- Isolate and identify various bacterial species
- Analyze genomic sequencing data computationally
- Produce detailed reports and scientific manuscripts

Requirements:

- Enrollment in MSc program with focus on Microbiology
- Familiarity with microbiological research techniques
- Basic knowledge of molecular biology and statistics
- Ability to communicate results effectively
- Must obtain Reliability Status security clearance

Develop your expertise in microbiology while contributing to vital agricultural research at a renowned facility.

📌 Research Affiliate MSc Student in Microbiology (Agassiz)
🏢 Employment and Social Development Canada
📍 Agassiz