
Seasonal Research Assistant, Nursery
3 months ago
**_This position is required to be in-office 3-days per week._**
Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, _Feeding the Future_, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.
Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.
**These positions are seasonal positions and are from February 2025 - November 2025. Multiple positions are available.**
Located within Innovation Place in Saskatoon, SK and reporting to the canola breeding technical staff, you will be involved with the establishment, maintenance and harvest of nursery rows and tented seed production.
**What you will do**:
- Seed bed preparation and flagging of sites.
- Seed cleaning, seed treatment, and setup of seeding envelopes.
- Seeding of single row field nurseries.
- Establishment and maintenance of tented seed production nurseries.
- Setup and operation of irrigation equipment.
- Hand harvesting selfing bags and tented seed production.
- Operating small plot field equipment such as tractors and tillage tools.
- Drive a truck and trailer to move equipment between sites.
- Take accurate and precise agronomic notes.
- Operate small plot combines.
- Equipment calibration and maintenance.
- Assist technicians, agronomists, and plant breeders with other duties as required.
- Some travel may be required.
**What you will bring**:
- Punctual, reliable and able to work outdoors.
- High level of attention to detail resulting in consistent outcomes.
- Proven problem solving and critical thinking abilities in team and individual settings.
- A valid Class 5 driver’s license.
- Small plot field trial experience or agricultural or farm experience is an asset but not required.
- Mechanical aptitude with farm machinery is an asset but not required.
The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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