Research Assistant – Headingley, MB

The primary responsibilities of this role, Research Assistant, are to support the activities of the on-site Agronomic Research Specialist(s).

This position is located in Headingley, MB and the term of the position is April through October 2022.

What you will do:

• Assist in all aspects of field trials for planting, plot maintenance, data collection and harvesting
• Maintain corporate Freedom to Operate by adhering to all Federal and Regulatory Compliance requirements. Assist with the monitoring of in-season and post-harvest regulated locations.
• Actively participate in the site safety and quality management programs

Who you are:

Your success will be driven by your demonstrations of our LIFE values.  More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possess the following:

• Familiarity with field research methodologies
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to work OT during planting, spraying and harvest seasons
• Knowledge of crop production, farming practices, and farm equipment operation and repair
• Valid driver’s license

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Completion or pursuit of an agriculture-related diploma, degree or MSc considered an asset
• Previous plot research and/or seed processing experience
• Provincial pesticide applicators license or ability to obtain one
• Valid class 3 driver’s license or the ability to obtain one

This position requires full vaccination against COVID-19.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and rewards package
• Collaborative, diverse and inclusive culture

Bayer is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences and believe that our people are our most valuable asset. The collective sum of individual life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities that our employees invest in their work represents our culture, reputation, and Bayer’s values and purpose.

Learn more about our values and purpose at: https://www.bayer.com/en/ca/canada-our-purpose-values

Application Deadline:  The posting will be open for applications for a minimum of 10 days minimum or until filled.