About the role#
We are looking for an Agronomic Excellence Summer Associate to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Strathmore, Alberta. This is a full-time, paid position for the summer of 2027. You will work on-site for a duration of 4 to 6 months. Please note that students are hired and employed through a third-party contracting agency.
What you'll do#
- Conduct field trials to evaluate canola hybrids, seed technology, and agronomic practices.
- Develop regional, hybrid-specific agronomic practices.
- Assist with field trial activities ranging from commercial scale to small plot trials.
- Perform seed setup, land preparation, seeding, pest control, plot maintenance, and harvesting.
- Supervise casual employees as required.
- Travel regularly within your local region for field scouting.
- Diagnose crop health through daily monitoring of field and research plots.
- Perform data collection and analysis.
What you'll need#
- Strong agronomic competence gained through pursuing a degree in Agriculture or a related college program.
- Experience in the agriculture industry.
- A valid driver's license.
- Ability to deliver results while working toward individual and team goals.
- Strong attention to detail and demonstrated problem-solving skills.
- Ability to remain flexible and adjust plans as situations arise.
- Previous experience in agriculture field research is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Strathmore, Alberta.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
About BASF
BASF is a chemical manufacturing company founded in 1865. Based in Ludwigshafen, the firm operates as a public company with over 10,000 employees. It maintains a diverse portfolio across sectors including chemicals, materials, industrial solutions, and nutrition. The business provides products for agricultural solutions and surface technologies.
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