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Field Breeding Research Assistant - Carman, MB
Overview
Your tasks and responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of this role, Research Assistant, are to support the activities of the on-site Agronomic Research Specialist(s). This position is located in Carman, MB and the term of the position is February through November.
Assist in the coordination and execution of indoor seed processing activities including cleaning, sorting, treating, packaging, shipping and updating databases
Supervision of temporary contract employees performing seed processing or field operations
Assist in all aspects of field nursery seed productions including preparation of trials for planting, field plot maintenance, data collection and harvesting
Actively participate in the site safety and quality management programs
Qualifications
Who are you
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:
Familiarity with field research methodologies
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
Knowledge of crop production, farming practices, and farm equipment operation and repair
Valid driver’s license
Desired Skills/Experience:
Completion or pursuit of an agriculture-related diploma, degree or MSc considered an asset
Previous plot research and/or seed processing experience
Provincial pesticide applicators license or ability to obtain one
Contact
Please apply directly on our website here:
https://jobs.bayer.com/job/Carman-Field-Breeding-Research-Assistant-Car…