About the role#
This research opportunity focuses on enhanced rock weathering to investigate atmospheric CO2 drawdown and inorganic soil carbon storage. You will join the Science and Technology Branch at the Ottawa Research and Development Centre to contribute to this emerging research area. This position is part of the Research Affiliate Program.
What you'll do#
- Collate information on potential rocks for enhanced rock weathering across Canada and conduct a literature review on the subject.
- Conduct lab and field experiments to test rock rates, grain size, and effectiveness on various soil types.
- Perform regular sampling and monitoring to check for potential soil contamination.
- Collect and prepare rock and soil samples, then analyze them using different methodologies.
- Work with an economics specialist to perform a basic economic analysis of enhanced rock weathering in Canada.
- Organize, analyze, and interpret collected data to produce reports or scientific papers.
- Learn basic statistical methods of analysis.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment or upcoming enrollment in a Master's program in soil science, geography, environmental science, or a related field at a recognized post-secondary institution.
- Full-time student status, with a requirement to return to full-time studies for the next academic term.
- Experience collecting field soil samples and conducting laboratory analyses of soil and water samples.
- Experience working in the field, such as on agricultural land or conducting environmental assessments.
- Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting scientific data.
- Knowledge of soil science, geology, biogeochemistry, or soil-water-plant-atmosphere interactions.
- Ability to work in the field under varying weather conditions and handle chemicals safely in a lab setting.
- Must meet the minimum age requirement for employment in the province of Ontario.
Location & details#
- Location: Ottawa, Ontario.
- Term: Spring 2027 start, with an expected end date of March 31, 2029.
- Work schedule: 37.5 hours per week from April through August, and 10-15 hours per week during the school term.
- This is an on-site, full-time student position.
About Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada/ Agriculture et Agroalimentaire Canada
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is a government agency based in Ottawa, Ontario. It works with farmers and food producers to support the growth and development of the agriculture and agri-food sector. The organization employs approximately 6,399 people.
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