Production Research Assistant

Bayer; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Winnipeg is seeking a Production Research Assistant to support indoor plant breeding operations. The role involves maintaining growth room projects and collaborating with researchers. Candidates should have a degree in agricultural sciences and strong organizational skills. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and rewards package

Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive culture

Career development opportunities

Work-life flexibility programs

Qualifications

• Comfort with the physical aspects of watering and caring for plants.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain growth room projects day-to-day.
• Care for plants and ensure growth rooms are well-maintained.
• Collaborate with other researchers to implement process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Self-motivated

Education

Degree or diploma in agricultural/biological science

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ‘Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Position: Production Research Assistant (Permanent, full-time)

Location: 580 Berry St., Winnipeg, Manitoba

Role Summary

Join Bayer CropScience as a Seed Production Research Assistant. This role supports indoor plant breeding operations for our Canola R&D program, offering the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and a talented team dedicated to creating the best Canola products.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain growth room projects day-to-day, including seeding, tissue sampling, transplanting, self & cross-pollinating, harvesting, and threshing.
• Care for plants and ensure growth rooms are well-maintained.
• Spot and report issues with the facility or plants (e.g., pest or disease control needs).
• Use herbicides or other chemicals under supervision, following company policies.
• Maintain detailed records, manage chemical applications, and achieve technical goals efficiently.
• Keep the workplace tidy and organized.
• Supervise and train temporary staff when needed.
• Collaborate with other researchers to implement process improvements.
• Assist with data collection, document creation, and process reviews related to tasks.
• Follow all Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), Quality Management System (QMS), and Compliance programs at Bayer.
• Take on additional duties as required and contribute to other projects.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in agricultural/biological science or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Comfort with the physical aspects of watering and caring for plants and maintaining growth rooms.
• Willingness to work in varying temperature conditions (cool or warm).
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Availability to work overtime during the week and on weekends when needed.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Self-motivated and results-driven, whether working solo or as part of a team.
• Adaptable and eager to learn new procedures.
• Effective English communication (written and verbal).
• Ability to explain complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Technical proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Previous experience in Canola and/or plant breeding.
• Knowledge of crop production or growth room methods.
• Experience in hybrid crop research and development.
• Willingness to obtain a pesticide applicator license.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and rewards package
• Collaborative, diverse and inclusive culture
• Career development and global opportunities
• Work-life flexibility programs such as flex hours, employee discounts, volunteer days, wellness, and other employee offerings

Bayer is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences and believe that our people are our most valuable asset. The collective sum of individual life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and unique capabilities that our employees invest in their work represents our culture, reputation, and Bayer’s values and purpose.

All referral candidates must first be submitted via our internal referral system by a current Bayer employee in order to participate in the referral program. Once a Bayer employee has successfully referred you in our system, you will receive an automated email with instructions on how to complete your application.

This posting will be available for application until at least Oct 6, 2025.

Bayer welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Candidates participating in our selection process requiring accommodation due to disability or medical need are encouraged to notify the Bayer representative that they will be meeting with to ensure appropriate arrangements can be made.

Location:
Canada: Manitoba: Winnipeg

Division: Crop Science

Reference Code: 853802

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