Job Description
Plant Breeding
Assistant Research Technician – Cereals
Limagrain Cereals Research Canada (LCRC) is hiring four temporary Research Assistants for a three-month term in), in Saskatoon Saskatchewan. As a member of our research team, you’ll be involved in harvesting and processing field crop research trials both locally in Saskatoon and across the Prairie Provinces.
Company Profile:
LCRC is a Canadian company, passionate about using its plant breeding expertise to support the Canadian grains industry. LCRC, a partnership between Limagrain and Canterra Seeds, synergizes global germplasm, advanced technology, and extensive plant breeding expertise. With wide market awareness and access, our mission is to deliver value to Western Canadian growers and their customers. At LCRC we are committed to fostering both career and personal growth. Join us in contributing to the success of the Canadian grains industry and seize the opportunity for professional development.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Ensure safe operations of equipment and safety of project personnel in accordance with company, provincial and government guidelines.
- Assist in operating research equipment to harvest field trials for data collection
- Support with repetitive tasks with an attention to detail
- Due to the weather-dependent nature of fieldwork, extended hours, including weekends will be required as conditions allow
- Assist with maintaining, servicing, and repairing equipment
- Utilize lab equipment, including scales, cleaners and threshers for seed processing and data collection
- Participate in all tasks conducted on the research station as required
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including general upkeep of lab spaces and field equipment to ensure operational efficiency and safety
Qualifications & experience preferred:
- Experience with plant research, seed processing and data collection is desired.
- A demonstrated ability to work independently and with others.
- Possess a valid driver’s license with good driving record.
- Ability to work away from Saskatoon, including weekends if necessary.
- Ability to work extended hours under variable environmental and ergonomic conditions associated with harvesting field research trials.
Salary is competitive within industry. We commensurate with experience.
Applications will be accepted until filled but should be submitted by July 17, 2025 for full consideration. The positions are available starting August 1, 2025.
Job Types: Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Pay: $19.00-$26.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Saskatoon, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person
