Seasonal Research Assistant, Crop Development

Nutrien; Calgary; Presencial; CAD 25.000 - 33.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nutrien is seeking a Seasonal Research Assistant, Crop Development in Calgary, AB. You will assist with establishment, maintenance and harvest of small plot yield trials under supervision.

The role is entry level, on-site, March-September; you will gain hands-on agronomy experience, seed handling, irrigation setup and field equipment operation while contributing to our crop development program. Applicants should be punctual, reliable, able to work outdoors, and have a valid driver’s license.

Formación

• Entry level position—no prior experience required.
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions and field environments.
• Punctual and reliable with good observational skills.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license required; ability to drive to different sites.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with establishment, maintenance and harvest of small plot yield trials.
• Prepare seed beds, seed and set up planting envelopes.
• Operate irrigation equipment and simple field machinery.
• Take precise agronomic notes and assist technicians and agronomists as needed.
• Transport equipment between sites and assist with data collection and sample processing.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Outdoor work

Problem solving

Teamwork

Valid Driver's License

Descripción del empleo

Seasonal Research Assistant, Crop Development

SEASONAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT, CROP DEVELOPMENT

Location: Calgary, AB, CAN, T2P 2N1

Experience Level: Entry Level

Workplace Type: On-Site Experience Level: Entry Level Job Type: Seasonal

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven Seed and Dyna-Gro Seed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.

Job Summary

This is a seasonal role that will work between March-September 2027 or April-October 2027.

Located Calgary and reporting to the Research Agronomist, you will be involved with the establishment, maintenance and harvest of small plot yield trials.

What You'll Do:

• Seed bed preparation and flagging of sites
• Seed cleaning, seed treatment, and setup of seeding envelopes
• Seeding of small plot trials
• Setup and operation of irrigation equipment
• Maintenance of small plot trial sites
• Operating small plot field equipment such as tractors and tillage tools
• Driving a truck and trailer to move equipment between sites
• Taking accurate and precise agronomic notes
• Operating small plot combines
• Fall land preparation, including application of herbicides and fertilizer
• Equipment calibration and maintenance
• Assisting technicians, agronomists, and plant breeders with other duties as required
• Processing cereal samples for analysis after harvest
• Some travel will be required

What You'll Bring:

• Punctual, reliable and able to work outdoors
• High level of attention to detail resulting in consistent outcomes
• Proven problem solving and critical thinking abilities in team and individual settings
• A valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Small plot field trial experience or agricultural or farm experience is an asset but not required
• Mechanical aptitude with farm machinery is an asset but not required

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the recruiter identified in this posting.

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