Job Description

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Science and Technology Branch


Saint-Hyacinthe (Quebec)


The projected start date is January 2nd, 2026 with an end date of December 31st, 2027 (or depending on the candidate's availability or needs). It is expected that the student will work 22.5 hours per week with the possibility of part-time extension.


$25.17 to $31.69 per hour (Varies as per the level of education and experience.)
For further information on the organization, please visit Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada


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

Closing date: 27 October 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Who can apply:

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 apply, 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.

Apply online

Important messages

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We are 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 use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.


Assessment accommodation


AAFC is committed to diversity and inclusion and is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's best diversity employers. We welcome all applicants and strongly encourage candidates to self-declare if they belong to an Employment Equity designated group (i.e. Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Visible Minorities, or Women).



Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application.



Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates who apply to this selection process should include an email address that accepts emails from unknown users (some email systems block these types of emails).

Duties

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Under the joint supervision of a research scientist (AAFC), a nutritionist (AAFC) and a research scientist in veterinary medicine (University of Montreal), the successful candidate will carry out a research project on the maintenance of microbiota within an in vitro digestion system (IVIDIP) developed by AAFC.



This work is part of a larger study looking at several aspects of digestion, with a view to improve knowledge about the nutritional aspects, including digestibility of products from cellular agriculture. We are therefore looking for an inquisitive and motivated individual to carry out the following tasks: literature search and analysis, planning and execution of laboratory experiments (media development, microbiota maintenance, specific activity analyses, flow cytometry, sequencing, etc.), interpretation and analysis of data, preparation of progress reports and manuscripts. This project is funded and carried out in collaboration with several partners including the NRC and New Harvest.

Work environment

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The workplace is the Saint-Hyacinthe Research and Development Centre (In-person for a minimum of 18 hours per week (80% of 22.5 hours per week). More specifically, the in vitro digestion laboratory under the supervision of Yves Arcand, Ph.D., and Isabelle Germain DtP MSc PhD



The laboratory specializes in the development and use of different in vitro digestion systems and digesta analysis.



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:

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Information you must provide

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Your resume.


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

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

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Education:

Currently enrolled or will be enrolled by the date of appointment in a master's program in Veterinary Science at the University of Montreal with a specialization in Microbiology with Dr Alexandre Thibodeau.



Note: The candidate must be currently recognized as having full-time student status, 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.


Degree equivalency


Experience:

Experiencein working with multidisciplinary scientific teams.
Experiencein laboratory work in microbiology.
Experiencein preparation of reports and manuscripts for publication.


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

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

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English or French


Information on language requirements


Knowledge:

Knowledge of the monogastric gastrointestinal system.

Knowledge of microbiology.

Knowledge of molecular biology.

Knowledge of bioinformatics.

Knowledge of statistical techniques including factorial ANOVA.

Knowledge of data processing tools.


Competencies:

Interactive communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Initiative

Teamwork


Abilities:

Ability to work independently and within a dynamic collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.

Ability to meet deadlines and milestones.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

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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 apply 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.


Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

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Reliability Status security clearance - 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.


Ability and willingness to work flexible hours.

Ability and willingness to control allergies, through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication and this must not impinge upon the duties to be performed.

Ability and willingness to work in a laboratory.

Mandatory on-site laboratory work.

Other information

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The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.


Information on employment equity


Applications submitted by email will not be accepted. You must apply online through https://www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/opportunities/government.html.



Persons with disabilities preventing them from applying online are asked to contact the email referenced below under "Contact Information."



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.

Preference

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Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.