Summer Research Assistant, Plant Sciences

2 weeks ago


Saskatoon, Canada University of Saskatchewan Full time

**Summer Research Assistant, Plant Sciences**:
**Primary Purpose**: The Pulse Crop Breeding Program at the Crop Development Centre, Department of Plant Sciences, University of Saskatchewan requires a Summer Research Assistant who will work as part of a team to support development of improved pulse crop varieties and pulse crop and research.

**Education**: Completion of Grade 12. Enrollment in a post-secondary education program will be an asset.

**Experience**: Experience in crop research and experience operating small plot equipment such as tractors and combines will be an asset.

**Department**: Plant Sciences
**Status**: Term 4 months
**Employment Group**: Undergraduate Students - Non-union
**Full Time Equivalent (FTE)**: 1.0
**Salary**: The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
**Salary Family (if applicable)**:
**Salary Phase/Band**:Not Applicable
**Posted Date**: 2/12/2025
**Closing Date**: 3/26/2025
**Number of Openings**:1
**Work Location**:On Campus



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