Senior Research Technician – Plant Pathology View opportunity

Vineland Research; Vineland; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) is seeking a Senior Research Technician, Plant Pathology to lead pathology projects and coordinate greenhouse and field studies aimed at biology-based crop protection. You will collaborate with scientists to advance disease control and biosecurity across horticultural crops.

The role emphasizes project design, execution, data reporting, and maintaining a well-organized lab, with strong emphasis on cross-functional teamwork and scientific

Qualifications

• Sc. or M.Sc. in Biological Science or equivalent.
• 2–3 years of related experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in plant pathology, microbiology, biopesticides.
• Strong scientific writing and written communication skills.
• Project management skills and coordination of tasks.
• Experience managing multiple ongoing initiatives simultaneously.
• Experience in cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Solid experience in experimental design and statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of bioproduct registration processes and related regulations would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Plant Pathology lab staff and deliver multiple research projects.
• Collaborate with the Research Scientist to build and maintain the project pipeline (grants/contract research).
• Work across programs to contribute plant pathology and biosecurity expertise.
• Maintain laboratory organization, equipment, and chemical inventory; SOPs and SDSs.

Skills

Plant pathology

Project coordination

Statistical analysis

Scientific writing

Cross-functional teams

Communication skills

Experiment design

Biopesticides

Education

Biological Science degree

Job description

Senior Research Technician – Plant Pathology

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Come join Canada’s leader in horticultural research and innovation!

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) can help you grow your career because we are looking for a Senior Research Technician, Plant Pathology, to join our Research and Development team.

The Senior Research Technician, Plant Pathology is responsible for project design, execution and reporting under the supervision of the Research Scientist, Plant Pathology. The role involves coordinating, planning and leading greenhouse and field pathology research to enable and accelerate the introduction and use of biological plant protection strategies and reduce the negative impact of pathogens in horticultural crops. This position will collaborate closely with other scientific and technical staff at Vineland, as well as external partners, to enable a multidisciplinary approach to research and project delivery.

What you’ll do…

What you’ll do…

• Lead the technical staff in the Plant Pathology lab, ensure the delivery of multiple research projects.
• Work together with the Research Scientist, Plant Pathology to build and maintain the Research Program project pipeline with grant-funded and contract research.
• Work across Vineland’s programs and teams to contribute plant pathology, disease control and biosecurity expertise.
• Ensure proper management and overall organization of the laboratory, equipment and supplies, including equipment maintenance, SOPs, SDSs and chemical inventory.
• What we need from you…
• Sc. or M.Sc. in Biological Science or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) to three (3) years’ related experience.
• Experience in plant pathology, microbiology, biopesticides required.
• Strong skills in scientific writing and related written communication skills.
• Project management skills and capability as a coordinator for project tasks.
• Experience managing and overseeing multiple on-going initiatives simultaneously.
• Experience working in cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills that facilitate clear, confident interactions and knowledge exchange with technical and non-technical teams.
• Solid experience in experimental design and statistical analysis.
• The following knowledge will be an asset:
  • Bioproduct registration process and regulations related to bioproduct research.
  • Disease resistance phenotyping assay design for marker assisted plant breeding.
  • Environmental DNA and metagenomics

Why work for us…

Our people are the most important asset in achieving our goals and are known in the world for their excellence in science and entrepreneurship. Our staff enjoys an exciting and challenging work environment noted for collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Vineland strives to create an environment that brings the power of diversity to life. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, persons with disabilities, persons of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and others. In accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process.

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 .