Seasonal Research Assistant - Crop Development

Job Summary

This is a seasonal role that will work between 04/2027 – 10/2027 or 05/2027-08/2027. Multiple positions are available including four month (summer) contracts and six month contracts.

If you're curious and eager to learn about plant science and agriculture, Nutrien offers seasonal opportunities to gain practical experience in seed breeding and crop development. Located in Saskatoon, SK this role is more than just a job—it’s a chance to plant the seeds of a growing career in Feeding the Future. 

What You'll Do:

• Gain practical experience in seed breeding and crop development
• Complete seed cleaning, seed treatment, and setup of seeding envelopes
• Help seeding of Research plots by operating a GPS equipped tractor, Loading seed & Fertilizer bags
• Operate small plot field equipment and maintain yield trial sites in multiple locations
• Loading, unloading & hauling agricultural equipment on flat deck trailer to different sites
• Safely operate small plot field equipment such as tractors, mowers, tillage tools, and sprayers
• Adhere to driving laws and safety standards when hauling/moving equipment between locations
• Complete agronomic notes with accuracy and precision by using ipads
• Actively follow safety procedures, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Timely complete tasks as assigned from technicians, agronomists, and plant breeders to meet business objectives

What You'll Bring:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Post-secondary education is considered an asset
• A valid Class 5 driver’s license required “G” endorsement would be an asset
• Skilled in utilizing Excel on iPad to enter and save numerical data and notes
• An engaged safety-first mindset. Willing to use PPE when required
• Comfortable working in outdoor weather conditions for the majority of work shift
• Able to stoop, bend, and walk for extended periods of time
• Accountability to team with dependable attendance and completion of assigned workload
• Attention to detail when completing data tracking activities
• Apply critical thinking in problem solving scenarios
• Interpersonal effectiveness to collaborate with colleagues and leaders
• Organized approach to completing work in alignment with priorities
• Previous work with farm machinery, small plot field trials, or related agriculture experience is an asset but not required