About the role#
We are looking for a Canola Breeding Summer Associate to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Swift Current. 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#
- Support field trials for local and global breeding programs to develop new hybrids.
- Manage variety development and registration tasks from seeding to harvest.
- Perform seed set up, land preparation, seeding, pest control, pollination management, plot maintenance, and parental development.
- Supervise casual employees as needed.
- Monitor crop health through daily checks of field and research plots.
- Collect data and perform tasks either independently or as part of a group.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Agriculture degree or diploma program, or graduation from one in the last 2 years.
- Knowledge of breeding and agronomy.
- Ability to solve problems and modify plans when situations change.
- An interest in canola development.
- A focus on delivering results for both individual and team goals.
Location & details#
- Location: Swift Current, Saskatchewan.
- Pay range: $25 to $32 per hour.
- Overtime pay applies for evenings or weekends during peak season periods.
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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