Fall Reseach Technician, College of Agriculture & Bioresources

Primary Purpose: The Pea, Soybean, Chickpea and Bean Breeding Program at the Crop Development Centre, Department of Plant Sciences, University of Saskatchewan requires Fall Research Technicians who will work as part of a team to support development of improved pulse crop varieties and crop research through the harvest season. Nature of Work: Reporting to the breeders and the senior research technicians, the candidates will be involved in all aspects of the breeding and research programs. Travel to off-station sites and overtime, including evenings and weekends may be required. Must be able to lift up to 25kg. Typical Duties or Accountabilities: Duties will include discarding seed samples, weeding, bag cleaning, weighing samples, sorting and organizing samples, seed storage maintenance, hand harvesting plants, and other duties as assigned. The successful candidate must be willing to work outdoors, work flexible hours, and be willing to travel outside of the Saskatoon area occasionally. Education: Completion of Grade 12. Licenses: Candidates must hold a valid class 5 driver’s license. Candidates should have or be willing to obtain WHMIS certification. Experience: Experience in crop research and working outdoors will be an asset. Skills: Candidates must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English. 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.