Ag-Quest Inc. — ,

Posted: November 13, 2022
Agricultural Summer Research Technicians (multiple positions in Western Canada)

competitive salary

Ag-Quest Inc. — ,

Locations:

Manitoba: Elm Creek & Minto

Saskatchewan: Saskatoon & Ridgedale

Alberta: Taber

Term: May 1 – August 31st, 2023

Previous research or farm experience is not necessary.

Qualifications:

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Post-secondary students or non-students
  • Strong communication skills and detail-oriented
  • Ability to work extended hours as required

Assets:                                                       

  • Any type of previous research or farm experience (include on your application)
  • Enrolled in or completion of   science-based programs
  • Comfortable working with small plot equipment, including tractor, seeder, sprayer and combine

Duties:

  • Work as part of a team and independently
  • Establishment and maintenance of small plot research trials
  • Operating plot equipment
  • Data Collection
  • Record keeping/Data entry

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Explore a career path in agricultural research
  • Training and experience in scientific principles and sampling techniques
  • Gain valuable equipment expertise

Applicants:

Please send your resume, stating which Research Site you are applying for, to careers@agquest.com. Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.  This position will remain open until filled. Co-op students are welcome to apply, please indicate in your cover letter. If you require additional information, please email careers@agquest.com.