Genetic Enhancement Breeding Agronomist

1 week ago

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada BASF Canada Inc. Full time

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 2024, 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

Genetic Enhancement Breeding Agronomist

Location:
Saskatoon, SK

Where the Chemistry Happens:


Accountable to the Genetic Enhancement Canola Breeder, the position is responsible for field trials for the Genetic Enhancement Breeding Program which is focused on increasing the genetic diversity in the spring oilseed breeding programs at BASF.

This role is responsible for field activities including field trial setup, seeding, site and plot maintenance, bagging segregating germplasm, harvesting, and preparing selected lines for the winter nursery.


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.
  • Be responsible for accurate record keeping and ensure a complete note package is collected for each trial. Support QA/QMS in activities as required by the breeding program.
  • Execute management and agronomy of seeding to harvesting activities such as pest and stress diagnosis, disease identification, site and plot maintenance including weed and volunteer control, maintaining isolation requirements, off type and pollination management, swathing and cutting select material.
  • 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, management of supplies and seed stocks, and management of summer students and contract employees.
  • Advance segregating populations by leading a team to selfselected plants in the bag selfing nursery. Ensure high yields by regularly conducting maintenance throughout the season.
  • Maintain records as well as manage and organize envelopes for harvest, leading a team to harvest selected seedlots and managing inventories.

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.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team either as a member or as a supervisor for summer interns or contract employees.
  • A valid class 5 driver's license, and ability to obtain a heavy trailer endorsement.
  • A collaborative approach, with excellent communication skills, ability to influence cross functional teams, open to giving and receiving ideas, perspectives, and feedback.

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 Empoyment:

BASF is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive w

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