Institute for Sustainable Horticulture Research Assistant

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Metro Vancouver seeks a motivated student to assist with biocontrol and horticulture research at the Institute for Sustainable Horticulture. Responsibilities include conducting greenhouse trials, maintaining crops, processing soil samples, and collecting data. This position requires attention to detail and offers a competitive hourly pay rate. Ideal for those passionate about sustainable agricultural practices.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repeated tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct greenhouse and growth chamber grow trials with biostimulants and biocontrols.
• Maintain greenhouse crops, including transplanting, pruning, and harvesting.
• Process soil samples and support field trials off site.
• Collect, record, and analyze data, assist with data interpretation.

Job description

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

This role reports to The Director, and various project research leaders involved in research projects with the Institute for Sustainable Horticulture.

SUMMARY

The Institute for Sustainable Horticulture (ISH) partners with agricultural and agri-technology companies in our region to support innovation with research and development projects that promote sustainability in the sector. Current projects include developing microbial biocontrol products for pests and diseases, natural soil amendments and inoculants, biofertilizers, agritech applications, alternate growing systems, and soil microbial health.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greenhouse and growth chamber grow trials with biostimulants, biocontrols
• Maintaining greenhouse crops, transplanting, pruning, harvesting, IPM scouting, releasing bios, cleaning pots, and general greenhouse support.
• Soil sample processing
• Support field trials off site
• Collect, record and analyze data, assist with data interpretation and think about what why and how.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• This position is suitable for a student with interest in biocontrol and horticulture. The work requires a strong attention to detail and the ability to stay focused when performing repeated tasks.

*Salary Information

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $20