Research Assistant, Department of Civil, Geological and Environmental Engineering
MSc Student Opportunity – Hydrological Modeling for Runoff Management in Cow-Calf Operations
The University of Saskatchewan Department of Civil, Geological and Environmental Engineering is seeking a motivated M.Sc. student to join an exciting research project focused on improving runoff management at cow-calf wintering and calving sites in Saskatchewan.
Project Objectives:
- Conduct fieldwork across various cow-calf operations to collect runoff samples and site characteristics.
- Perform hydrological modelling to:
- Collaborate with cattle producers and the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture to implement and evaluate low-cost runoff management strategies.
- Determine practical slope and proximity-to-watercourse thresholds using field-calibrated models.
Qualifications:
- We are looking for candidates with a bachelor’s degree in environmental or agricultural sciences, hydrology or related field.
- Interest and/or experience in field data collection, hydrological modelling and sustainable agriculture.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
- An undergraduate degree in engineering is considered an asset but not a requirement
Benefits:
- Fully funded graduate student position, with the goal of obtaining a Master of Science degree.
- Hands-on fieldwork and applied modelling experience.
- Contribution to provincial agricultural policy and environmental protection efforts.
Department: CivilGeologicalEnvlEngineering
Status: Term
Employment Group: Graduate Students - PSAC
Rate of Pay: Current rates of pay
Posted Date: 6/23/2025
Closing Date: 8/3/2025
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus
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