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Summer Term Research Assistant

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Job Order #: 5764847

NOC: 0821
Employer Name:
DL SEEDS INC.
Wage/Salary Info:
Salary will be competitive, based on education and experience.
Posted Date:
22-Oct-2020
Location:
SASKATOON
 
# of Positions:
1
Employment Terms:
Seasonal:F-T
Length of Employment:
May - August, 2021
Education:
Completed at least some post-secondary
Apply By:
15-Dec-2020
How to Apply?:
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Employer Name:
DL SEEDS INC.
Contact Email:
tony.quick@dlseeds.ca


Description

Canola Breeding Program  Saskatoon Station

Full-time Summer Term Position:    May  August, 2021     

Under the supervision of the Field Trial Agronomist, the successful candidate(s) will be responsible for assisting in the management and maintenance of canola research plots in Saskatoon and surrounding area.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
-    Assist with seed setup and treating, plot seeding, cultivating, spraying, and harvesting
-    Operation of small plot research equipment including seeders, sprayers, cultivators, tillers and combines
-    Load and transport equipment to different site locations
-    Basic maintenance of small plot equipment
-    Assist with field note taking throughout the growing season using handheld computers
-    Assist with greenhouse and growth room projects as required
-    Follow all company safety and standard operating procedures

To be considered for this position, you should:
-    Be completing a degree or diploma in agricultural science or related field
-    Demonstrate good attention to detail
-    Be comfortable working in an outdoor environment
-    Be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required at seeding, spraying and harvest
-    Be willing to work independently or as part of a team
-    Possess very good written and verbal communication skills
-    Have experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
-    Possess a valid Class 5 drivers license; a valid Class 3 drivers license would be an asset
-    Previous research or farm experience an asset
-    Ability to lift up to 25 kgs
-    Be legally entitled to work in Canada

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