Trait Development Seed Science Operations Agronomy Manager

BASF SE; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trait Development Seed Science Operations Agronomy Manager to lead field trial programs in western Canada. This pivotal role involves managing operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing direction to teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in agriculture, particularly in canola, and possess excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Join a dynamic environment where you can make impactful decisions and drive improvements in agricultural practices. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of agronomy while working with a dedicated team in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in small plot field research, especially in the canola industry.
• Experience in managing teams and conducting research trials using statistical design.

Responsibilities

• Manage field trial program operations and ensure compliance with standards.
• Provide guidance and support to teams while maintaining industry presence.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture

Master's degree in Agriculture

Tools

Tractors

Sprayers

Plot Combines

Job description

As a Trait Development Seed Science Operations Agronomy Manager, you create chemistry by...

• Managing and overseeing the execution of stewarded and regulated field trial program operations in western Canada.
• Providing direction, guidance, and support to direct reports and their teams in their given regions.
• Ensuring internal and external compliance standards are clearly understood, communicated within the team, and executed for all operations in coordination with regulatory and stewardship.
• Participating in the local EHS program to ensure all activities are being performed safely and responsibly.
• Investigating and implementing improvements to the annual planning process and field program by identifying issues and challenges facing the program and developing solutions to meet these challenges.
• Establishing and maintaining industry presence and ensuring that BASF is up to date on current industry activities by participating in meetings and establishing contacts with external parties.

If you have...

• A bachelor’s degree in agriculture or related discipline. Master’s degree in agriculture or related disciplines an asset.
• A Minimum 5 years of experience conducting small plot field research. Experience working in the canola industry required.
• A Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience in stewarded & regulated field trialing, plant breeding, genetics, canola agronomy, canola botany, pollen flow, genetic purity, and conducting research trials using statistical design and analysis are all assets.
• Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting tractors, sprayers, plot combines, and other related small plot equipment an asset.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and an ability to be flexible and modify plans as required to minimize impact on data and production as situations arise.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships within the program and with external parties, as well as in the management of a team of agronomists.
• An ability to deliver results in a dynamic environment that requires adjustments to predetermined plans and the ability to execute adjustments in a manner that minimizes impact on desired results.