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Plant Science Research Affiliate
2 weeks ago
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada - Science and Technology Branch
Saskatoon (Saskatchewan)
$25.17 to $31.69 per hour (Varies as per the level of education and experience.)
For further information on the organization, please visit Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
For further information on the Research Affiliate Program (RAP), please visit Research Affiliate Program (RAP)
**Closing date: 1 August 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time**
**Who can apply**: Persons residing in Canada, Canadian citizens, and Permanent residents abroad.
- Be enrolled in an academic program that requires research as part of the curriculum.
- Be at least the minimum age to work in the province or territory where the job is located.
**Important messages**:
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Assessment accommodation
**Duties**:
Laboratory analyses of seed samples
Implementation of NIR (Near-Infrared) calibrations for new seed quality traits
**Work environment**:
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) provides information, research and technology, and policies and programs to achieve security of the food system, health of the environment and innovation for growth.
AAFC is committed to diversity and inclusion. We have several networks dedicated to ensuring that the department continues to grow as an inclusive, accessible, respectful and diverse workplace. All employees are encouraged and welcomed to join the networks and participate in their activities and events.
- The Gender and Sexual Diversity Inclusiveness Network
- The Indigenous Network Circle
- The Managers' Community
- The Persons with Disabilities Network
- The Student Panel of Representatives for Orientation, Unity and Training
- The Visible Minorities Network
- The Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Network
- The Young Professional's Network
**Positions to be filled**: 1
**Information you must provide**:
Your résumé.
A list of the courses you have taken as well as any courses that you are taking now, or that you will be taking this academic year
Education:
- Crop Science or,
- Crop seed quality
Degree equivalency
**Experience**:
Experience in canola agronomy or plant breeding.
Experience conducting canola seed quality experiments.
Note: In the context of student recruitment in the federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through studies, work experience or volunteer activities.
**The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)**:
English essential
Information on language requirements
Knowledge:
Knowledge of crop production and management.
Knowledge of plant genetics.
Knowledge of seed quality and biochemistry.
Knowledge of statistics and experimental design used in plant science research.
Competencies:
Adaptability
Initiative
Interactive communications
Teamwork
Abilities:
Ability to interpret and evaluate results.
Ability to present scientific results in presentations and reports.
**The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)**:
Information on employment equity
**Conditions of employment**:
Reliability Status security clearance - Each student hired through the Research Affiliate Program (RAP) must meet the security requirements of the position as a condition of employment and, therefore will be asked by the hiring organization to complete security-relevant documents.
Possession of a valid Saskatchewan driver's license or other provincial/territorial equivalent.
Known allergies must be controlled through the use of personal protective equipment and/or medication and must not impinge upon the duties to be performed.
With appropriate safety precautions in place, able and willing to work in laboratory, greenhouse, and/or field environments for extended periods at a time; able and willing to work outdoors under various weather conditions and under normal safety precautions able and willing to work with hazardous materials.
**Other information**:
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
Successful completion of both a RAP work assignment and your educational program may lead to a temporary or permanent federal public service position for which you meet the merit criteria and conditions of employment.
**Preference**: Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
**We thank all those who apply. Only
