Research Technician, Research & Development (Soils)

What you’ll do…

• • Work closely with applicable R&D staff; greenhouse and field managers; lab staff to carry out daily research tasks, review projects, experimental design and review results.
  • Assist in coordinating and monitoring greenhouse and field experiments, including:
    o sampling plants, soils and substrates in the field and greenhouse
    o recognizing pest and disease symptoms.
  • Conduct data collection in an organized manner and maintain detailed records of activities.

• Keep up to date on methods for plant health assessments and undergo training for specific methodology where required.
• Assist in active soils lab which may include exposure to dust, dirt and soil odours.

What we need from you…

• Undergraduate Degree or Diploma in plant or horticultural sciences, greenhouse technician, agriculture or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills including report writing, and clear communication of research findings to lay audiences.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangement
• Competitive Annual Salary (37,156 – $52,513 (*commensurate with experience))
• 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.