Technician, Plant Sciences

at  University of Saskatchewan

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.
Nature of Work: Reporting to the pulse crop breeders and the senior research technicians the candidate will be involved in all aspects of the pulse breeding programs. Travel to off station sites and overtime including evenings and weekends will be required at certain times of the year particularly during planting (May) and harvest (August/September). Work with agricultural pesticides will be required. Must be able to lift up to 25kg.
Typical Duties or Accountabilities: Duties will include seed cleaning, seed treatment, weighing samples, sorting and organizing samples, seed storage maintenance, seeding, combine plot harvest or hand harvest, threshing plants, and other duties as required. The successful candidate must be willing to work outdoors, work flexible hours during planting and harvest, and be willing to travel outside of the Saskatoon area.
Education: Completion of Grade 12. A degree or diploma in agriculture or a related field of study would be an asset.
Licenses: Candidates must hold a valid class 5 driver’s license. Candidates should have or be willing to obtain WHMIS, First Aid and CPR training.
Experience: Experience in crop research and experience operating small plot equipment such as tractors and combines will be an asset.
Skills: Candidates must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Should be able to drive a truck and trailer or be willing to learn how to do so. Proficiency with common business computer programs will be an asset. This position requires a motivated, reliable and well-organized person able to work in a multi-disciplinary group environment.
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
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan

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