The successful applicant will assist with canola research activities at Pioneer Hi-Bred's Research Centre located in Saskatoon. This position will run 6 to 8 months in duration, starting April 1, 2010. 

Duties/Responsibilities  
The successful candidate will assist with: 
- seed organization and set up. 
- field prepration, seeding, spraying, plot maintenance, plot evaluation, harvest, and post harvest evaluation. 
- monitoring sites for disease and pest infestations. 
- Data organization and entry. 

Educational Qualifications Desired 
Applicant should be completing or possess a Degree or Diploma in Agricultural Science or related field. Competencies and Experience Desired: Positive attitude with a desire to learn and develop new skills. Must be willing to work well with others in a team setting, work outdoors in various environments and be willing to work additional hours/weekends during peak periods. Must have the ability to work independently with little supervision and effectively lead people and projects. Individual must display a high degree of self-motivation, integrity and attention to detail. Previous research work and/or related farm work experiences preferable. Good computer skills required (experience with MS Excel an asset). Experience with farm machinery an asset. Must hold a valid class 5 driver's license. 

PLEASE NOTE THERE IS A TWO STEP APPLICATION PROCESS. PLEASE FILL OUT YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION, CLICK ON SUBMIT AND YOU WILL BE RE-DIRECTED TO THE PIONEER CAREER PAGE TO APPLY TO THIS POSITION. PLEASE FILL OUT ALL THE REQUIRED INFORMATION AND SEND YOUR RESUME THROUGH THE PIONEER WEBSITE. 

Apply online by clicking on "APPLY TO THIS POSITION". Please refer to job requisition #111310BR under the International Job Openings section.