Breeding Agronomist

1 week ago

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada BASF Canada Full time

You can be part of an inclusive team of diverse talent and character. In this diversity lies our greatest strength.

Description

_ Create Your Own Chemistry:
What We Offer You_

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world's leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation.


We provide a fulfilling work environment with a strong emphasis on the physical and psychological safety of our employees and the communities we operate in.

We are always working to form the best team with an emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion and through lifelong learning and development.

At BASF, we constantly strive to become an even better workplace.

As a result of our commitment to our employees, BASF has earned various awards, including being recognized by Mediacorp as a Top Employer in Canada and the GTA in 2023, and for many consecutive years prior.

We are also thrilled that, for the first time ever in 2023, we have been further recognized by Mediacorp as one of Canada's Top Employers for Diversity, as well as for Young People.

We invite you to join our best team on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future

Breeding Agronomist

Saskatoon, SK

_Where the Chemistry Happens _


Accountable to the North Saskatchewan InVigor Agronomy Manager, this position is responsible for the execution of trial protocols that relate to their region of focus.

Located in Saskatoon, this role is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and evaluating breeding trials in a specific region for the purpose of delivering high quality data for statistical analysis and selection with the goal of developing, and registering new InVigor hybrids.


_Formula for Success:
You Will _

  • Ensure all trial activities are under stringent management for delivering high level evaluation, to be utilized in statistical analysis and indepth selection.
  • Responsibility for trial activities like producing field plans, randomizations, field books, accurate record keeping, statistical analysis of agronomic and quality data for trial report (when required) and labeling.
  • Management and agronomy of seeding to harvesting activities such as location identification and preparation, pest and stress diagnosis, disease identification, field notes and observation, maintaining isolation requirements, tissue sampling, off type and pollination management.
  • Participate in the North American breeding seed setup to ensure all protocol are completed and ready for spring planting in a timely fashion.
  • Prepare breeding material and participate in winter nursery (contra) when required.
  • Manage resources with the goal of achieving all breeding objectives and effective operation of the program which involves equipment maintenance, inventory, and management of summer students.
  • Support QA/QMS in activities as required by the breeding program.
  • Establish and maintain industry presence and ensure that BASF is up to date on current industry activities by participating in meetings and establishing contacts with external parties.

Qualifications

_Ingredients for Success:
What We Look for in You _

  • Degree or Diploma in Agriculture or related discipline.
  • Experience in plant breeding, genetics, canola agronomy, canola botany, pollen flow, genetic purity, conducting research trials using statistical design and analysis are all assets.
  • Competent in troubleshooting farm and small plot research equipment.
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to be flexible and modify plans as required to minimize impact on data and production as situations arise.


The ability to work independently as well as in a team either as a member or supervising contract employees is required in fulfilling job responsibilities.

A valid class 5 driver's license is required, a G endorsement, or class 1 license is an asset.

Create Your Own Chemistry:
What We Offer You
The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck.

From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success.

Working for a large, global organization, you'll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.

We also provide engaging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your role.


Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment
BASF is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all

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