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Research Associate |
Chatham, Ontario Canada |
6/8/10 |
AgReliant Genetics is the fastest growing independent seed company in the industry. Our goal is to offer the best seed products to our North American customers through superior research, breeding and production techniques by focusing ONLY on seed. AgReliant Genetics is owned by two of the largest independent seed companies in the world. KWS and Limagrain bring over 200 years of combined seed experience to AgReliant Genetics. AgReliant Genetics Inc. offers the seed products through the PRIDE Seeds brand in Canada.
AgReliant Genetics is currently seeking a Research Associate at their research station located minutes from Chatham, Ontario.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include organization seed production in small isolated fields; installation, maintenance, pollination and harvest of corn breeding nurseries; planting and harvest of yield trials as well as taking field notes; supervising of work crews.
Education/Experience:
Qualifications include a degree or diploma in Agriculture, possession of a Class A driving license or ability to obtain one and possession of a Pesticide Safety Certificate or willingness to obtain one. Attention to detail and ability to function in a team setting. Ability to lift 50 lbs. and to walk fields. Some overnight travel and extended working hours will be required during planting and harvest season.
Experience in corn breeding and/or yield trial testing will be considered an asset.
AgReliant Genetics will offer a competitive salary dependent on the applicant’s knowledge and experience and provides a full benefit plan.
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The cornerstone of the
success of AgReliant Genetics is our people. At every level, our
employees have a hand in maintaining the company’s reputation and furthering
our growth. That’s why we pursue excellent people and do our best to
provide a challenging and rewarding work experience.
We present many exciting and challenging employment
opportunities in a variety of disciplines – research & development, sales
& marketing, production, administration, human resources, information
technology, accounting and finance.
To learn more about this
opportunity, please submit your resume to:
jobs@agreliantgenetics.com
We offer a competitive benefits
package and salary commensurate with experience. AgReliant Genetics is
an Equal Opportunity Employer and is an “at will” employer. |
