Natural Resources Canada - GSC Central (Geological Survey of Canada) - Geoscience and Earth Monitoring Sector

Closing date: November 2, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Reference number RSN26J-040095-000718

Selection process number

2026-RSN-EA-GEMS-683750

Location

St. John's (Newfoundland and Labrador), Ottawa (Ontario)

Employment tenure

This Research Affiliate Program (RAP) Bursary at the PhD level will start on September 1, 2027, and end on December 31, 2031.

Salary

Scholarship of approximately $30,000 (year 1), $32,700 (year 2) and $35,700 (year 3) divided into 3 equal installments each year.

Who can

Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.Students enrolled or able to enroll in in a PhD program at the Memorial University of Newfoundland with specialization in Geophysics, or other relevant specialization. Proof will be required before the start date.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;

1. The minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located; AND
2. Enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of their curriculum.

Organization information For further information on the organization, please visit Natural Resources Canada.

Duties

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with a strong interest in electromagnetic geophysics, numerical modelling, inversion, and geological interpretation.Candidates with quantitative or computational background who wish to develop expertise in MT methods are also encouraged to .The successful candidate will undertake research in the following areas:1. Analysis and characterization of regional Magntotelluric (MT) data. The student will carry out comprehensive analysis of the data from the Rusty Lake and Lynn Lake region to identify regional electrical and structural trends.The objective will be to develop an understanding of the MT dataset prior to three-dimensional inversion and to identify features that may have geological or tectonic significance.2.

Three-dimensional MT inversion using established methods. The candidate will use the state-of-the-art techniques to numerically model the earth using MT data.

1. Three-dimensional inversion using a new algorithm. A major component of the PhD will involve application and further use of an in-house three-dimensional MT modelling and inversion algorithm developed at the Geological Survey of Canada.
2. Integrated geological and geophysical interpretation. The resulting 3-D electrical resistivity models will be interpreted jointly with reprocessed Lithoprobe seismic data, geological mapping,



and other available geophysical and geoscientific datasets.This component of the project will involve close collaboration with the Manitoba Geological Survey to incorporate regional geological knowledge into the interpretation and to investigate relationships between electrical resistivity structure, seismic architecture, lithology, tectonic boundaries, and mineral systems in the Rusty Lake and Lynn Lake belts.

Work environment At Natural Resources Canada, a Federal government job means developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. 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 workplace 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 PhD degree in Geophysics at Memorial University of Newfoundland. The student will be supervised by Dr. Colin Farquharson at Memorial University of Newfoundland (St. John’s), Dr. Seyed Masoud Ansari and Dr. Benjamin Lee at the Geological Survey of Canada (Ottawa).

Positions to be filled

1

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Security clearance when working at the GSC’s office in Ottawa. The hiring department is responsible for the security clearance process. Learn more about security screening process.

Willingness to work in St. John’s and Ottawa. Some flexibility between these two locations may be considered depending on coursework and research requirements.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Education





Currently enrolled or willing to enroll at Memorial University of Newfoundland in a PhD program with specialization in Geophysics, or other relevant specialization.Graduation with a Master’s degree in Geophysics, Earth Sciences, Geosciences, or other relevant specialization from a recognized post-secondary institution.

Learn more about degree equivalency.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

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You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date Experience in one or more of the following areas would be an asset:1. Magnetotelluric or electromagnetic methods;

1. Numerical modelling and inverse problems;
2. Scientific programming, particularly Fortran, Python, MATLAB, or similar languages;
3. Linux and high-performance computing environments.

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

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Information you must provide

- Your résumé
- A cover letter - A covering letter of approximately 500 words outlining your interest in the position, and relevant education/experience.

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 Research Affiliate Program (RAP) visit: http://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/services/staffing-assessment-tools-resources/human-resources-specialists-hiring-managers/recruitment-options-managers/student-recruitment/research-affiliate-program.html

Hiring organization contact

Name: Krystia Hebert - Human Resources Advisor Email address: [email protected]

📌 PhD student in Integrated Geophysical Modelling and Interpretation (Ottawa)
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