Agricultural Research and Extension Technician, Lakehead University Agricultural Research Station (LUARS), Competition # GEN-21-10, Thunder Bay, ON

Agricultural Research and Extension Technician

Lakehead University Agricultural Research Station (LUARS)

Thunder Bay, Ontario

Full Time, Contract (August – December with possibility of renewal)

Competition # GEN-21-10

The Lakehead University Agricultural Research Station (LUARS) is seeking a contract Agricultural Research and Extension Technician to join their team. The duties include but are not limited to:

- Establish, maintain, and harvest agricultural research plots;

- Collect, record, analyze, and summarize data;

- Write reports, scientific and extension articles, research bulletins and prepare presentations;

- Explore potential partnerships and write funding applications for research opportunities;

- Attend local agricultural meetings and interact with local members of the agricultural and research   community;

- Share research results with the local agricultural community;

- Operate and manage a research laboratory; from ensuring cleanliness and safety requirements.

The incumbent may also be required to devise and conduct appropriate formal and informal surveys to study the farming systems in the area in their entirety, and will be required to prepare research and develop proposals/business plans for projects aimed at the development of the agricultural industry.

Remuneration will commensurate with qualification and experience. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree preferably in agricultural sciences, or a BSc degree with related experience. Skills required include completion of the Grower Pesticide Safety Course, First Aid and CPR certificates, valid Ontario Class G driver’s license, WHMIS and computer knowledge including Windows. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a single PDF document quoting competition #GEN-21-10 containing a cover letter, resume, confirmation of eligibility to work in Canada form, and contact information for three professional references by 4:30 p.m. on August 19, 2021 to:

Office of Human Resources

Email:  careers@lakeheadu.ca

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Please ask us how we may help you by contacting the Office of Human Resources, Lakehead University, (807) 343.8334 human.resources@lakeheadu.ca.