Seed Production Research Assistant
- Saskatoon, SK, Canada
The base salary range for this role is between $47,200 and $70,800. · Full-time
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- The base salary range for this role is between $47,200 and $70,800.
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Original job description
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.
Seed Production Research Assistant
We are looking for a Seed Production Research Assistant to drive the operational backbone of our indoor protected-culture plant breeding operations within our Camelina R&D seed breeding program. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of camelina products.
This is a permanent, full-time position, based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan at the LFK biotechnology lab facility (Innovation Saskatchewan).
What you will do:
The base salary range for this role is between $47,200 and $70,800. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation. Additional benefits may include insured benefits such as health care, vision, dental, disability, and contributory retirement savings plans, etc.
This salary range is an estimate and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, market data and the applicant’s skills, prior relevant experience, job-related knowledge, specific degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.
This role is posted for a vacant position.
This posting will be available for application until at least Oct 21, 2026.
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.
YOUR APPLICATION
If your background and personal experience fit this profile, please send us your complete application at www.career.bayer.cn If you have any recommendations, please kindly send mail to cnreferral@bayer.com
L ocation:
Canada : Saskatchewan : Saskatoon
Division:
Crop Science
Reference Code:
890306
Seed Production Research Assistant
We are looking for a Seed Production Research Assistant to drive the operational backbone of our indoor protected-culture plant breeding operations within our Camelina R&D seed breeding program. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of camelina products.
This is a permanent, full-time position, based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan at the LFK biotechnology lab facility (Innovation Saskatchewan).
What you will do:
- Manage the day-to-day organization and maintenance of growth room projects including, but not limited to seeding, tissue sampling, transplanting, self & cross pollinating, harvesting & threshing
- Manage general plant care and maintenance of growth rooms
- Identify and report issues that may arise with facility, equipment or with plant health including need to control pests or diseases in growth rooms
- Efficiently & effectively carryout all detailed record keeping and other technical objectives
- Maintain tidiness & orderliness within the workplace
- Supervise and train temporary employees as required
- Work closely with other research staff to coordinate and implement process improvements
- Participate in task-related data collection, document creation and process review for job-related activities
- Aid with seed set up for field nursery and yield trials
- Aid with note taking, plant collections, and hand harvesting activities in field locations as needed
- Comply and maintain Health Safety and Environment (HSE), Quality Management System (QMS) and Compliance programs at Bayer.
- Foster an inclusive environment of professionalism and safe working practices ensuring Safety and Compliance requirements are met or exceeded within Squad.
- Degree or diploma in agricultural science, biological science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong knowledge of crop production or growth room/greenhouse production methodologies
- Ability to manage the physical demands of the role, including watering, plant care, and growth room maintenance.
- Willingness to work in varied weather conditions (cool or warm) when needed.
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
- Availability to work overtime during the week and on weekends when necessary.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.
- Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to prioritize daily tasks effectively.
- Highly motivated and results-oriented, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team to drive outcomes.
- Comfortable with change and quick to learn new procedures.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely.
- Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Previous experience in Camelina and/or plant breeding
- 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
The base salary range for this role is between $47,200 and $70,800. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation. Additional benefits may include insured benefits such as health care, vision, dental, disability, and contributory retirement savings plans, etc.
This salary range is an estimate and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, market data and the applicant’s skills, prior relevant experience, job-related knowledge, specific degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.
This role is posted for a vacant position.
This posting will be available for application until at least Oct 21, 2026.
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.
YOUR APPLICATION
If your background and personal experience fit this profile, please send us your complete application at www.career.bayer.cn If you have any recommendations, please kindly send mail to cnreferral@bayer.com
L ocation:
Canada : Saskatchewan : Saskatoon
Division:
Crop Science
Reference Code:
890306
More about this job
Responsibilities
Manage daily operations and plant care for indoor growth-room projects in Bayer’s Camelina research and breeding program, including seeding, sampling, pollination, harvesting, and detailed record keeping. Monitor facility, equipment, and plant health; support field trials and data collection; train temporary staff; and uphold safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
Requirements
A degree or diploma in agricultural science, biological science, or a related field - or equivalent experience - is required, along with knowledge of crop production or growth-room/greenhouse methods. Candidates should be organized, accurate, comfortable with physical work and variable weather, able to lift up to 60 pounds and work overtime when needed, and proficient in English and Microsoft Office; Camelina or plant-breeding experience is preferred.
Skills
- Crop Production
- Plant Care
- Growth Room And Greenhouse Production
- Plant Breeding
- Seed Production
- Seeding And Transplanting
- Tissue Sampling
- Self And Cross-Pollination
- Harvesting And Threshing
- Pest And Disease Monitoring
- Record Keeping
- Data Collection
- Process Improvement
- Employee Training
- Attention To Detail
- Microsoft Excel, Word, And PowerPoint
Benefits
- Health Care
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Bonus Or Incentive Compensation
- Employee Discounts
- Volunteer Days
- Wellness Programs
- Flexible Hours
- Career Development Opportunities
- Global Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Agriculture
- Science & Research
- Environmental & Sustainability
Keywords
- Camelina
- Crop Science
- Plant Breeding
- Seed Production
- Agricultural Science
- Biological Science
- Growth Rooms
- Greenhouse Production
- Protected-Culture Operations
- Seeding
- Tissue Sampling
- Transplanting
- Self-Pollination
- Cross-Pollination
- Harvesting
- Threshing
- Plant Health
- Pest Control
- Disease Control
- Field Nursery
- Yield Trials
- Data Collection
- Record Keeping
- Process Improvement
- Health, Safety, And Environment
- Quality Management System
- Compliance
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint