Who we are
Organigram Global is a leading Canadian licensed producer shaping the future of cannabis through innovation, operational excellence, and a growing international presence. Founded in 2013 as a medical cannabis provider, we have evolved into one of Canada’s most trusted names in the adult-use recreational market, home to some of the country’s top-performing brands including SHRED, Boxhot, Big Bag o’ Buds, Edison, Monjour, Debunk, Rizzlers, and Trailblazer.
Our operations span four provinces, purpose-built to lead across multiple product formats:
- Moncton, New Brunswick: Centre of excellence for indoor cannabis cultivation, R&D, and advanced automation.
- Lac-Supérieur, Quebec: Focused on premium flower and traditional hash production.
- Winnipeg, Manitoba: Highly automated facility dedicated to edibles and beverage manufacturing.
- Aylmer, Ontario: Specializes in infused pre-roll production and automated vape filling.
- London, Ontario: Strategic hub for packaging and distribution across all product lines.
The Opportunity
As part of the plant science team, the research assistant will work closely with the associate scientists and plant science managers and contribute to advancing plant science research. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in biological sciences, excellent organizational skills, strong data analysis capabilities, and a solid foundation in basic molecular techniques. The successful candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and a sense of urgency.
Duties
To collect and analyze data, assist in the design and execution of trials, assist with routine plant breeding and phenotyping, routine plant maintenance (such as cloning, sowing, watering, pruning, harvesting, etc.), occasional laboratory work, organizing daily priorities, and other duties as assigned.
To qualify, you have.......
- Minimum of B.Sc. (M.Sc. preferred) in plant science, plant pathology, genetics or equivalent sciences;
- 3+ years’ experience working in industry research setting, laboratory or agronomy;
- Excellent understanding of plant physiology and biology;
- Ability to hold and maintain Security Clearance as per ACMPR;
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral in English;
- Experience with SOPs, GPP and/or GMP;
- Clear accountability, proactive behaviour, critical thinking, and strong attention to detail;
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage own time;
- Proficiency in using MS Office applications;
- Ability to handle projects with multiple work streams both independently and within a team;
- Experience with statistical analysis;
- Ability to define goals, metrics, and levels of success;
- Must be able to work in adverse conditions. i.e. height, heat, humidity, and high-intensity lighting;
- Experience in production planning would be considered an asset.
Shifts will be Tuesday-Saturday
Thank you for your interest in Organigram.
Organigram is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment practices, and we welcome the opportunity to discuss any accommodation needs required throughout the hiring process. If you require accommodations, please email us at
[email protected] with the job posting title, your name and contact information, and your preferred method of contact.
Please note that we may use AI tools to assist with the recruitment process; however, every candidate will be reviewed by a member of our recruitment team to ensure fair and individualized consideration.
While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.
