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Now hiring! Breeding Agronomist (Fixed-Term Contract)We are looking for a Breeding Agronomist (Fixed-Term Contract) to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Saskatoon, SK.Come create chemistry with us!BASF's Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.Accountable to the Breeder, this position is responsible for the execution of trial protocols that relate to their region of focus. Located in Saskatchewan, this role is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and evaluating breeding trials in a specific region for purpose of delivering high quality data for statistical analysis and selection with the goal of developing, and registering new InVigor hybrids.As a Breeding Agronomist (Fixed-Term Contract), you create chemistry by...

• Ensuring all trial activities are under stringent management for delivering high level evaluation, to be utilized in statistical analysis and in-depth selection.
• Managing the agronomy of seeding to harvesting activities, including location identification and preparation, pest and stress diagnosis, disease identification, field notes and observations, maintaining isolation requirements, tissue sampling, and managing off-types and pollination.
• Participating in the setup of North American breeding seeds to ensure that all protocols are completed and ready for spring planting in a timely manner. Additionally, preparing breeding materials and contributing to the winter nursery (contract) as needed.
• Managing resources to achieve all breeding objectives and ensure the effective operation of the program, which includes equipment maintenance, inventory management, and oversight of summer students.
• Executing seed quality analysis (NIR) and collaborating with the lab to ensure accurate seed quality data.

If you have...

• A Degree or Diploma in Agriculture or related discipline.
• Experience in plant breeding, genetics, canola agronomy, canola botany, pollen flow, genetic purity, conducting research trials using statistical design and analysis - all assets.
• If you have competence in troubleshooting farm and small plot research equipment.
• Problem solving skills and ability to be flexible and modify plans as required to minimize impact on data and production as situations arise.
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team either as a member or supervising contract employees is required in fulfilling job responsibilities.
• A valid class 5 driver's license.
• A collaborative approach, with excellent communication skills, ability to influence cross functional teams, open to giving and receiving ideas, perspectives, and feedback.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASFAdding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. you@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you - the whole you - in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you'll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career. We also provide engaging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your role.About usAs the world's leading chemical company, we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!We constantly strive to become an even better workplace. As a result of our commitment to our employees, BASF has earned various awards, including being recognized by Mediacorp in 2025 as one of Canada's Top Employers for eleventh consecutive year, one of the Greater Toronto Area's Top Employers for the twelfth year in a row, and twice being named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Best Diversity Employers.We provide a fulfilling work environment with a strong emphasis on the physical and psychological safety of our employees and the communities we operate in. We are always working to form the best team with an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion and through lifelong learning and development.Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASFPrivacy StatementBASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request personal or financial information of any kind via either text message or direct message on any social media platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never offer a candidate a position and request a cheque for equipment or any other type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.Inclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentBASF is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, religion/creed, sex/pregnancy, marital status, family status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.We seek to make our recruitment process accessible for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact with the subject line xe2x80x9cRecruitment Accommodation Requestxe2x80x9d.A unique total offer: you@BASFAt BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That's what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.A unique total offer: you@BASFAt BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That's what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.At BASF, we believe that people are the key to our long-term success and that talent is in everyone.
We thrive on giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfil personal ambitionsxe2x80xa6thatxe2x80x99s how we create chemistry. #belongatBASFAbout BASFFind out what BASF has to offer as an employer and why you should join our team.Your applicationHere you find anything you need to know about your application and the application process.Contact usYou have questions about your application or on how to apply in Europe? The BASF Talent Acquisition Europe team is glad to assist you.Please note that we do not return paper applications including folders. Please submit copies only and no original documents.Please note that we do not return paper applications including folders. Please submit copies only and no original documents.Saskatoon, SK, CA, S7K 3J9BASF Canada Inc.Research & DevelopmentTemporary115568ATS_WCMS_WEBFORM

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