Research Technician

3 weeks ago

Winnipeg, Canada University of Manitoba Full time

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

**The opportunity**:
UM is looking for a Research Technician. This position will be responsible for assisting with the development and execution of protocols and datafiles for small plot field research trials (including experiment establishment, maintenance, data collection and harvest), independent data collection, management, and coordination. The Research Technician will also assist with coordination of summer students and assist with the administration and requisition of field and laboratory supplies as well as orderly maintenance of the lab and field program.

**The qualifications and experience we’re looking for**:

- Bachelor's Degree in agriculture or a related study area, including laboratory analysis techniques.
- or -_
- Completion of a Community College course in a related discipline with one years of directly-related experience.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Experience conducting small-plot agronomic research.
- Experience developing data files, collecting and organizing agronomic field data and samples, maintaining trial history records, and basic data summary statistics.
- Experience using and maintaining field and lab research equipment.
- Experience conducting literature searches and preparing summary protocols and reports.
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Current working knowledge of common agricultural crop production practices used in Western Canada (small grains, oilseeds, legumes, row crops, and forage crops).
- Proficient in data management software required.
- Creating spreadsheets (Excel), presentations (PowerPoint), word processing to create summary reports (Word). Summary statistics and graphing data (Excel and SAS) would be an asset.
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal) are essential, particularly to coordinate equipment and data collection with others.
- Exercise sound judgement when solving field research problems required.
- Work both independently and as a member of a team required.
- Multi-tasking and time management required.
- Physically capable of performing the duties as assigned, which may include mobility (walking, kneeling, bending), physical exertion (soil and plant sampling), moderate to heavy lifting (50 lb seed or fertilizer bags), and working outside in hot/wet/cold conditions during the field season.
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.

**Why the University of Manitoba?**

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

**Closing Date: May 8, 2023**

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of _The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act_ (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.

**Salary**: $40,749.80-$58,676.80 per year

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-05-15

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