Manitoba Field Agronomist – Nursery Operations (Permanent Full-time)
Location: Morden, MB
DL Seeds is seeking a highly motivated individual to lead our canola breeding and pathology nursery operations in Manitoba.
Core Responsibilities:
- To plan, coordinate and organize all aspects of breeding and pathology nursery sites in Manitoba.
- Trial Execution: Plan trial layouts, prepare and treat seed, plant small plot research trials, and manage crop protection/site maintenance.
- Data Collection: Scout plots regularly, record phenotypic data, measure disease/pest levels, and harvest plots using specialized small-plot equipment.
- Collaboration: Work alongside our plant breeders, pathologist, agronomy and lab team to bring industry leading products to our customers.
- Establish and maintain disease nursery locations for important canola diseases including Verticillium, Blackleg, Fusarium and Clubroot
- Execute the collection of data for variety registration packages
- Carry out specific breeding projects relating to developing traits in the DL Seeds breeding pipeline
- Train and supervise seasonal field staff maintaining safe work procedures and standard operating protocols across all operations.
Requirements:
- Degree or Diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy, Plant Science, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- 1-2 field seasons of experience in agronomy and/or field research is considered an asset.
- Ability to operate small plot research equipment including tractors, seeders, sprayers, and combines is considered an asset.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks, manage seasonal priorities, and work well under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail, interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in both an individual and team setting.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Teams) and familiarity with agricultural data management software is considered an asset.
- Must be a resident of Canada with a valid Class 5 driver’s license (Class 3 driver’s license is considered an asset; no public transportation to research station locations).
- Willingness to work overtime and extended hours in the field during peak planting and harvest seasons.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive culture
- Career development opportunities
- Work-life flexibility (i.e., flex hours outside peak field season)
DL Seeds Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that develops new canola and pulse varieties for the North American, European, and Australian marketplaces. Check out our website at www.dlseeds.ca.
DL Seeds thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
