SeedGrowth Lab Associate Job Saskatoon area,Saskatchewan Canada,Research/Development

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 Growth Lab Associate

Registration of crop-protection active ingredients and formulations requires the submission of comprehensive crop efficacy, tolerance, residue, and field dissipation studies to governmental regulatory authorities. This position supports the Seed Growth research program by generating efficacy and crop tolerance data needed for product registration.

Key Business Accountabilities: Contribute to the short- and long-term deliverables of the Seed Growth Development Laboratory using specialized equipment, methodology and materials to deliver the Seed Treatment Development program and generate controlled environment research data.

Execute lab activities in compliance with quality and safety standards.

Assist in preparing and executing the lab research program.

Manage on-site inventories including seeds, fungal inoculum, chemical samples, and lab consumables.

Data collection and non-technical equipment maintenance.

Bayer is committed to a flexible hybrid working environment. This is a 12-month term position, based at the research facility, 2411 Faithfull Ave, Saskatoon, SK.

What you will do:

Support Seed Growth research program Safe operations of laboratory equipment and handling of research material including seed, seed treatment and other chemical formulations as well as general lab chemicals Preparation of research trial material including growth media, germination material, seed. Conduct trial setup, maintenance, data collection and trial takedown Assist in seed-treatment application activities Preparation of seed for treating and packaging of treated seed for distribution to trial sites Produce fungal inoculum for use in field and lab research trials, using microbiological aseptic techniques Collect research data using Excel and web-based databases Ensure safe disposal of all lab trial waste Sample shipment and SDS management

Manage on-site seed inventory Maintain inventories (seed, chemicals, fungal cultures, inoculum and general lab consumables) in local and web-based databases Assist in the sourcing and procurement of seed as well as general lab and office consumables for research purposes Responsible for intake, characterization, and volume management of seed and chemicals Maintenance of the fungal culture collection and testing inoculum

Site & Administrative support Maintain listing of all capital equipment Develop and execute preventative maintenance program on lab and general site equipment based on equipment specifications Assist in general lab maintenance and housekeeping activities Support Sustainability, Safety, Health & Environment tasks including reviewing and updating Standard Operating Procedures

Who you are:

Diploma or undergraduate degree in biological/agricultural sciences or related field

General knowledge about chemicals, seeds and plants required, (plant pathology knowledge is an asset)

Basic microbiology skills such as sterile technique required

Attention to detail and commitment to safety

Excellent relationship building skills

Excellent organization, time management and team skills

Strong English communication

Motivated and able to work independently or in teams

What we offer:

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

Bayer is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of Inclusion and Diversity. We embrace and encourage our employees’ differences and believe that our…


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