About the role#
We are hiring a Canola Breeding Summer Associate to join our Agricultural Solutions team. This is a full-time position for the Summer 2027 season, with a contract duration of 4 to 6 months. Please note that students are hired and employed through a third-party contracting agency.
What you'll do#
- Support field trials for local and global breeding programs to develop new hybrids.
- Manage variety development and registration tasks from seeding to harvest.
- Handle seed set up, land preparation, seeding, pest control, pollination management, plot maintenance, and parental development.
- Supervise casual employees as needed.
- Monitor crop health daily in research plots and collect data.
- Work effectively both in a group setting and independently.
- Harvest crops.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Agriculture or a related field, or have obtained one in the last 2 years.
- Strong interest in canola development.
- Breeding and agronomic knowledge.
- Ability to solve problems and adapt plans as situations change.
- Focus on delivering results for team and individual goals.
- Previous experience in the agriculture industry or with farm machinery is considered an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Regina, Saskatchewan.
- This role is on-site.
- Pay range: $25 to $32 per hour, with overtime pay for evening or weekend work during peak periods.
About BASF
BASF is a chemical manufacturing company founded in 1865. Based in Ludwigshafen, the firm operates as a public company with over 10,000 employees. It maintains a diverse portfolio across sectors including chemicals, materials, industrial solutions, and nutrition. The business provides products for agricultural solutions and surface technologies.
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