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Job Location | Georgetown, ON |
Education | Not Mentioned |
Salary | Not Disclosed |
Industry | Not Mentioned |
Functional Area | Not Mentioned |
Job Type | Full Time |
DescriptionAre you interested in networking with great people at a great company which is focused on being the worlds leading developer and supplier of advanced plant genetics to farmers worldwide If so, our Research Assistant role may be the perfect opportunity for you. At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first.About the Role:This position will be mainly involved in the care and growth of canola plants in a controlled greenhouse environment with the possibility of participating in field activities. In this role you will be involved in the planting, transplanting, crossing and harvesting of the canola plants for the breeding program. You will gain valuable insights and experiences with different aspects of plant breeding and the seed business.For this position, we are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individual that enjoys working in both team and individual environment. Successful candidate should be a fast learner with a high aptitude for precision and accuracy.Position duration is 8 months. On the job training will be provided.Safety is number one at Corteva! To keep our employees safe, amid COVID-19 Corteva has implemented flexibility in the workday shifts: See Below:Monday to Friday, five 8-hour workdaysFour days between Monday and Friday with 10-hour workdays.ResponsibilitiesHow will you help us grow It matters to us, and it matters to you.Greenhouse plantingGreenhouse emasculated crossingCollecting leaf tissue for molecular analysisGreenhouse and/or Field Harvesting and Threshing activitiesAssist with implementation of precision phenotyping in controlled field environmentsAssisting with inventory activitiesQualificationsRequirements - Who You Are:What expertise have you grown What do you bring to the tablePreference will be given to applicants who have completed one or more years of an undergraduate science program, majoring in Agriculture, Biology, Plant Pathology or genetics or related field of study.Good attention to detail is essential.Demonstrated ability to follow written and oral instructionsDemonstrated ability to document activities in written formExperience with Microsoft Excel and other data management systemsApplicants should have access to a car. There is no public transportation to our facility.Willing and able to work overtime/weekends/holidays as necessaryWilling and able to lift 50lbs. with or without reasonable accommodationWilling and able to work in temperatures 30-35 degrees (Celsius)Quick Apply