Field Research Associate – Carman, MB

The primary responsibilities of this role, Field Research Associate, are to:

The Research Associate will primarily be responsible for supporting the field nursery and seed processing activities of the Site Lead while partnering with the on-site Agronomic Research Specialists. This position is located in Carman, Manitoba and is a 12-month term contract.

What you will do:

• Assist in all phases of the canola, corn and soybean field nursery seed production program including equipment preparation, planting, spraying, field maintenance, agronomic note collection, harvest and seed processing
• Provide multi-disciplinary and seasonal support to soybean seed production and purity operations including harvest activities, seed cleaning, treating, packaging, shipping and data capture as well as canola yield trial processing and packaging operations
• Supervision of temporary contract employees performing seed processing or field harvesting operations
• Actively participate in the site safety and quality management programs
• Maintain equipment and facilities for safe and effective operation

Who you are:

Your success will be driven by your demonstrations of our LIFE values. More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possess the following:

Required Skills/Experience:
• Diploma or BSc in Agriculture or related field
• Familiarity with field research methodologies
• Knowledge of crop production, farming practices, and farm equipment operation and repair
• Previous plot research and/or seed processing experience
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Flexibility to work OT if needed during processing, planting, spraying and harvest seasons
• Valid driver’s license

Desired Skills/Experience:
• Manitoba Class 3 driver’s license or ability to obtain one
• Provincial pesticide applicators license or ability to obtain one
• Knowledge of precision farming equipment and applications

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and rewards package
• Collaborative, diverse and inclusive culture

Bayer is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences and believe that our people are our most valuable asset. The collective sum of individual life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities that our employees invest in their work represents our culture, reputation, and Bayer’s values and purpose.

Application Deadline: Position posted on October 2, 2021. The posting will be open for applications for a minimum of 10 days minimum or until filled. Applications will only be accepted online at: https://career5.successfactors.eu/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=495681&co…