Horizon Seeds Canada Inc. is looking for a Corn Research Technician to assist in operational aspects of its corn research breeding program. This is a great opportunity to work with continued development of elite corn germplasm.
This is a permanent, full-time position, based daily at the Horizon Seeds Canada Inc. office in Courtland Ontario, Canada.
Roles and Responsibilities
· Assist with supervising the day-to-day organization of research projects including but not limited to planting, pollinating, harvesting, shelling and seed preparations.
· Scouting for pests and disease in research plots
· Perform detailed and accurate data collection in the research plots.
· Supervise and train temporary employees when required.
· Operate research equipment for tasks such as, spraying, fertilizer application, and combining
Qualifications & Preferred Skills
· Diploma/degree in agriculture/ biological science or experience in agriculture.
· Able to work overtime (including weekends) when needed
· Ability to work in varied weather conditions
· Capable of lifting 50lbs.
· Accurate attention to detail.
· Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize daily tasks.
· Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
· Computer literacy, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
Work Location: In person
