Research Affiliate

at  Natural Resources Canada

Natural Resources Canada - Energy Efficiency and Technology Sector, CanmetENERGY-Ottawa
Ottawa (Ontario)
This is a student position of 20 hours per week, for a 3 year period, from Fall 2024 to Fall 2027.
$28.99 per hour (Students receive about $30,000 per year, payable in equal installments each two weeks.)
For further information on the organization, please visit Natural Resources Canada
Learn more about the Research affiliate program
CLOSING DATE: 27 SEPTEMBER 2024 - 23:59, PACIFIC TIMEWho can apply: To be considered for Research Affiliate Program (RAP) work opportunities, you must meet the following criteria:
1. Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.
2. Be recognized as having full-time student status by the post-secondary academic institution at which you are currently enrolled. (A proof will be required).
3. Be the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

At Natural Resources Canada, a Federal government job means developing leadership skills, fostering teamwork, and supporting creativity and innovation. We know it takes people from diverse pools of talent to make this happen. That is why we are looking for people like you. As an employee at Natural Resources Canada you can enjoy diverse employment opportunities, a range of career development programs, and a learning culture that supports you to learn on an ongoing basis. We support balancing your work and private life by offering the benefits of flexible work arrangements.
Positions to be filled: 1

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED, YOUR APPLICATION MUST CLEARLY EXPLAIN HOW YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING (ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS)

Education:
Must be in their first year of a PhD program, about to start a PhD, or have recently completed a master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Civil or Building Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related disciplines).
Note: Must be currently recognized as having full-time student status in the academic institution in which you are presently enrolled, 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:
Experience with data analysis and handling large datasets.
Note: In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

IF YOU POSSESS ANY OF THE FOLLOWING, YOUR APPLICATION MUST ALSO CLEARLY EXPLAIN HOW YOU MEET IT (OTHER QUALIFICATIONS)

Asset Experience:
Experience in software development.
Note: In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

1. Conduct Literature Review: Perform a comprehensive review of existing literature related to time series clustering, stochastic modeling, and occupant behavior simulation.
2. Preprocess and Analyze Data: Extract and preprocess Time of Use data, perform clustering, and analyze the results.
3. Develop Models: Create transition matrices and Markov models for generating stochastic schedules.
4. Validate and Refine Models: Validate models using actual Time of Use data and refine based on findings.
5. Integrate Models: Assist in integrating the developed models with NRCan’s platforms.
6. Report and Publication: Prepare and submit various reports and research papers based on the project’s findings and methodologies.