NL Agronomy Assistant Casual

Ontario University Athletics; New Liskeard; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Agronomy Assistant position at the Ontario Crops Research Centre - New Liskeard involves supporting field research trials across crops such as soybeans, wheat, and canola. You will help with planting, harvesting, data collection, and sample processing under supervision at the New Liskeard station.

Located in New Liskeard, this on-site role requires a 2-year diploma or degree in agriculture, a driver’s license, WHMIS, and a willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 2-year diploma or undergraduate degree in agriculture or related field
• Willingness to work in field and safety around equipment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Physically able to lift 30 pounds and work outdoors
• Teamwork and independent work ability

Responsibilities

• Assist with field research trials including cultivar evaluation across crops.
• Support data collection, harvesting, and sample processing.
• Help with planting fall crops as needed.
• Report to Research Manager and work at New Liskeard Agricultural Research Station

Job description

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Primary Category Page: Staff and Management

Division: Research Facilities

Requisition ID: 2907

Department:OMAFRA Research Facilities
This position is covered by the Collective Agreement with the Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation District 35 - Technician/Administrative/Research/Agricultural

Temporary part-time from09/08/2026to11/28/2026

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Research Manager Northern and Eastern Ontario and located at the New Liskeard Agricultural Research Station, the Agronomy Assistant assists the Agronomy Technician in conducting and delivering research trials to support research programs.

The Agronomy Assistant is expected to support in field research trials (replicated small and medium plot trials) including a wide range of disciplines such as cultivar evaluation, including but not limited to soybeans, wheat, corn, oats, barley, canola, forage crops.

The Agronomy Assistant will assist with final field data collection, harvesting, and processing of the samples. Some assistance with the planting of the fall crops will also be required.

Requirements

• A 2-year diploma or an undergraduate degree in agriculture or related field or the equivalent education and experience.
• The incumbent should have, at minimum, 9 months of experience or be willing to learn to work in the field, and demonstrate ability to work around field and research equipment in a safe manner.
• Familiarity with Microsoft office programs.
• The physical strength and stamina to work in the field under various weather conditions; ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Able and willing to work outside in a wide range of weather conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• A Class G Driver's License is required.
• Completion of WHMIS training is required.
• Completion of a Grower Pesticide Safety Course is considered an asset.

Note: This position is located on site at the Ontario Crops Research Centre - New Liskeard. Successful candidates will need to live within commuting distance of this centre, as this is a 100% in person position.

Employee Type: Temporary
Position Number: 10924035

*Tentative evaluation; subject to committee review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date:09/09/2026
Close Date:09/18/2026