Job Description

Natural Resources Canada - Lands & Minerals Sector - Geological Survey of Canada - GSC-Central


Calgary (Alberta)


This MSc Bursary will start September 1, 2025 and end on March 31, 2027.


Scholarship of $25,000/year divided into 3 equal installments each year. It is expected that the student will work approximately 10 to 15 hours per week for a two-year period (six semesters).
For further information on the organization, please visit Natural Resources Canada


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Closing date: 12 August 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time

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.

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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


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.

Duties

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We are seeking a highly motivated M.Sc. student to conduct research focused on Mapping Reservoir, Seal, and Preservation Components associated with Natural Hydrogen and Helium Systems. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Geology and/or Biology and a demonstrated understanding of the processes involved in the formation and preservation of natural hydrogen. The successful applicant will be expected to participate regularly in research group meetings, actively contribute to collaborative projects, and disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications.

Work environment

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Working with a dynamic, innovative geoscience team with extensive research and development expertise in 3D geological and geophysical integration at Natural Resources Canada - Geological Survey of Canada, supporting our clean energy transition with the 3D Earth Imaging and Modelling group of the Critical Mineral and Geoscience Data Program. For background on Canadas Critical Mineral Strategy please see The Canadian Critical Minerals Centre of Excellence site: (https://www.canada.ca/en/campaign/critical-minerals-in-canada.html)


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 environment with a passionate team and promotes work- life balance.

Intent of the process

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The intention is to staff one student position for the completion of a Master of Science degree to be jointly supervised by Dr. Mohammad Parsasadr (GSC, Ottawa, ON) and Dr. Benjamin Tutolo (UCalgary, Calgary, AB).

Positions to be filled:

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Information you must provide

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Your resume.


A covering letter "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).""

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

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Essential Education:

Students who are currently enrolled or eligible to enroll in a MSc program at The University of Calgary, with specialization specialization relevant to the duties of the position. Proof will be required before the start date. Graduation with a Bachelor of Science from a recognized post-secondary institution with specialization in Earth Science or Biological Science. Proof will be required before the start date.
Degree equivalency


Essential Experience:

In the context of student recruitment in the federal public service, experience can be acquired through studies, work experience or volunteer activities. The successful candidates are expected to have experience in:

Experience working independently and in a team. Experience in managing geoscientific data. Experience in analyzing, interpreting, and validating Geoscientific Data from multiple sources. Experience in compiling Geospatial information and/or Geoscientific datasets.

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

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English essential


Information on language requirements


Essential Knowledge in:

Knowledge of biological conditions that exert control on the preservation of natural hydrogen, mapping and creating digital maps, programming and machine learning. Knowledge of Natural Hydrogen Systems.
Essential Abilities and Skills:

Effective written and oral communication skills in English. Commitment to upholding values and ethics.

Conditions of employment

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Reliability Status security clearance - NOTE: Each student hired through the Research Affiliate Program (RAP) must meet the security requirements of the position as a condition of employment.

Therefore, the student will be asked by the hiring organization to complete security-related documents.

Ability to travel for possible fieldwork, conferences, and meetings.
Be in possession of a valid driver's license.


For fieldwork, the student must be able to pass a Health Canada health assessment, and possess or obtain safety courses as needed, including first aid/CPR.

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


You must provide proof of your education credentials and a list of courses may be required.



Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.



A random and/or top-down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.



Candidates from outside the public service may be required to pay for travel and relocation costs associated with this selection process.



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.



For further information on the Research Affiliate Program (RAP), please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/recruitment/students/research-affiliate-program.html



Natural Resources Canada is committed to employment equity and building strength through diversity. We welcome applications from qualified people and encourage members of the designated groups (Aboriginal Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Visible Minorities and Women) to apply and to self-identify.




For this selection process, it is our intention to communicate with candidates via email for screening and assessment purposes (including issuing screening results and sending invitations for written tests and interviews). To that end, you must include a valid email address in your application. It is your responsibility to ensure that this address is functional and that it accepts messages from unknown users. It is also your responsibility to ensure accurate information is provided and updated as required.



We thank all applicants for their interest in our position(s). For the purpose of this staffing process, only candidates selected for further assessment will be contacted.

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.