Technician, Plant Sciences

1 week ago


Saskatoon, Canada University of Saskatchewan Full time

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

**Education**: Completion of Grade 12. A degree or diploma in agriculture or a related field of study would 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 1 year
**Employment Group**: Research Positions - Non-union
**Full Time Equivalent (FTE)**: 1.0
**Salary**: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $23.53 - 31.83 per hour. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
**Salary Phase/Band**:Salary Band 5
**Posted Date**: 11/1/2024
**Closing Date**: 12/13/2024
**Number of Openings**:4
**Work Location**:On Campus



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