Field Research Associate

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**Field Research Associate**

**Breeding Seed Production Field Research Associate**

Bayer CropScience is seeking a highly motivated individual to become part of the multi-disciplinary Seed Production & Field Testing organization. Based out of Carman, Manitoba, the primary responsibilities of this permanent role, Research Associate, are to partner with and support the Site Operations Guide along with the Field Agronomist and Seed Processing Operations Teams to effectively coordinate and deliver field nursery production and related processes to support worldwide evaluation and commercialization of agricultural products.

This is a permanent position based out of Carman, Manitoba.

**What you will do**:

- Assist in various aspects of the canola and soybean field nursery programs including equipment preparation, planting and harvesting, field maintenance, agronomic note collection, and seed processing
- Provide seasonal support to canola seed processing operations including shipping, receiving, inventory, seed treating and packaging and process optimization
- Supervision and training of temporary contract employees performing seed processing or field harvesting operations
- Actively participate in the site safety, quality management and process improvement programs
- Maintain equipment and facilities for safe and effective operation

**Who you are**:

- Diploma or BSc in Agriculture or similar field
- Minimum 2 years related experience
- Familiarity with agricultural manufacturing and/or agricultural field research methodologies
- Previous growthroom, plot research and/or seed processing experience
- Effective English verbal and written communication skills
- Flexibility to work overtime if needed during peak periods in spring and fall seasons
- Valid driver’s license to operate field equipment and pooled vehicles

**Desired Skills/Experience**:

- Possess a Manitoba pesticide applicators license or have the ability to obtain one
- Experience in supervising or coaching others

**What we offer**:

- Competitive compensation and rewards package
- Collaborative, diverse and inclusive culture
- Career development and global opportunities
- Work-life flexibility programs such as flex hours, employee discounts, volunteer days, wellness, and other employee offerings

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: October 29, 2024

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**Location**:
Canada : Manitoba : Carman

**Division**:
Crop Science

**Reference Code**:
831419