Student Research Assistant (Up to 3 Positions) - School of Sustainable Design Engineering
September 2017 – December 20, 2017
The School of Sustainable Design Engineering is seeking applications for up to three (3) temporary student research assistant positions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• These positions are required to work in lab and field environments (potato fields in PEI and New Brunswick) under the direction of Dr. Aitazaz Farooque, Assistant Professor, to collect soil, crop and yield data
• The incumbents are required to assist with data interpretation, entry and analysis using statistical tools
• The incumbents are required to help in soil and crop sample preparation, lab analysis, sensor date (ultrasonic, yield monitoring, electromagnetic induction, NDVI, etc) collection and filed/crop mapping using the differential global positioning system (DGPS) and the geographical information system (GSI)
• The student will be trained in developing precision agricultural technologies for potato copping systems. The students will be encouraged to participate in industry field days and meetings to present research results
QUALIFICATIONS:
• The student must have good computer, sensors and software skills
• Qualifications include good academic record, a strong work ethic, capability to work in a team and independently and willingness to work in lab and field environments
Priority is given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and Procedures manual.
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website (www.upei.ca/hr).
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and full-time international students with a valid study permit will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.
Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.
Applications will not be accepted via email.