Senior Research Scientist

1 month ago


Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada Meridia Recruitment Solutions Full time

Role Overview

Cavendish Farms Corporation is seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Scientist to join their team. As a key member of the Agriculture Research and Development department, you will be responsible for executing all operational and technical aspects of research trials.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and prepare field trial layouts, maps, and ensure timely availability of materials required for trials.
  • Perform field work, including planting, spraying, irrigating, scouting, harvesting, and grading of field research plots.
  • Crop pest and disease assessment, as well as soil and tissue sampling.
  • Ensure data collection is recorded according to pre-established methodology and data is processed and interpreted through adequate statistical analysis.
  • Apply standard quality control procedures to assure accuracy of test results and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Prepare an annual, monthly, weekly, and daily activities schedule to organize time and resources required.
  • Create and manage an annual operational activity plan for the Ag Research program, including people demand forecasting, cost management, purchasing of materials and equipment required.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Crop Science, Plant Genetics, or Agronomy is required.
  • Relevant years of experience in Agronomy, Plant Science, or any relevant field is required.
  • Work experience in potato crop is preferred.
  • Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented, research environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
  • Experience in the use of Microsoft applications and database programs.

About the Company

Cavendish Farms Corporation is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.



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