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Come join Canada’s leader in horticultural research and innovation!
Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) can help you grow your career because we are looking for a Research Scientist, Biological Control to join our Research & Development team.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director, Biological Crop Protection, the Research Scientist, Biological Control will develop and lead research projects to enable and accelerate the introduction and use of biological plant protection strategies and reduce the negative impact of pests in horticultural crops (including greenhouse, outdoor fruit and vegetable crops). Following a clear understanding of the challenges and needs of the horticulture industry, these projects will develop new crop protection tools, strategies, evaluate them, design and test implementation practices to improve the success of IPM.
The Research Scientist will collaborate closely with other scientific and technical staff at Vineland, as well as external partners, to enable a multidisciplinary approach to research and project delivery that incorporates breeding, plant pathology, consumer and sensory sciences, plant production systems, bioinformatics, and biochemistry.
Responsibilities & Requirements
Responsibilities
- Deliver multiple research projects in biological pest control, including a multi-year project on aphids and thrips.
- Work together with the Program Leader, Business Development Office, and Research staff, to develop new projects and funding sources (both grants and industry) to build and maintain the Research Program project pipeline.
- Work across the Vineland programs and teams to contribute biological pest control expertise.
- Lead, train and manage program staff, co-op and graduate students.
- Assist with the administration of the annual operating budget for the Program.
Desired Qualifications
- Post-secondary degree (B.Sc. or M.Sc.) in Biological Science or related field with a focus on entomology.
- PhD in Biological Science or related field with a focus on entomology preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years of research experience in biological control and integrated pest management.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of supervisory experience.
- Previous experience in applied research in greenhouse or outdoor horticultural crops.
- Experience in insect and mite ecology, insect pathology and/or biopesticides and bio stimulants, especially biocontrol of thrips and aphids.
- Experimental design and statistical analysis.
- Excellent people and networking skills.
- Leadership style that is approachable, enabling, honest, collaborative, and proactive.
- Experience managing and overseeing multiple on-going initiatives simultaneously.
- Knowledge of integrated pest management, biological control and sustainability in the horticulture sector.
- Knowledge of bioproduct registration process and regulations around bioproduct research.
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangement
- Competitive Salary ($77,178-$107,098 (commensurate with experience)) + Bonus
- Comprehensive health benefits
- RRSP Matching Plan
- Paid vacation
- Employee perks
- Company Events
If Selected:
If you are selected to join Vineland, you will be required to present proof of education (original transcripts/credentials). Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment. For further information, visit: World Education Services at: http://www.wes.org/ca.
How to Apply
Submit your application using the form below, or by sending your resume to careers@vinelandresearch.com, quoting reference #JP-03-2026
Closing Date: Open until filled
We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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