About

• Senior Research Technician, Plant Sciences
• Primary Purpose: The Lentil and Faba Bean Breeding Program at the Crop Development Centre, Department of Plant Sciences, University of Saskatchewan requires Field Research Technicians who will work as part of a team to support research and development of improved lentil and faba bean varieties.
• Nature of Work: Reporting to the lentil and faba bean breeder and the senior research technicians the candidate will be involved in all aspects of the breeding program. Travel to off-station sites and overtime including evenings and weekends will be required at certain times of the year particularly during planting (May) and harvest (August/September). Due to the nature of this position, start times may vary due to weather conditions. Work with agricultural pesticides will be required. Must be able to lift up to 25kg.
• Typical Duties or Accountabilities: Duties will include seed cleaning, seed treatment, weighing samples, sorting and organizing samples, seed storage maintenance, assisting with seeding, combining plot harvest or hand harvest, threshing plants, and other duties as assigned. The successful candidate must be willing to work outdoors, work flexible hours during planting and harvest, and be willing to travel outside of the Saskatoon area.
• Education: Completion of Grade 12. A degree or diploma in agriculture or a related field of study would be an asset.
• Licenses: Candidates must hold a valid class 5 driver’s license. Candidates should have or be willing to obtain WHMIS, First Aid and CPR training.
• Experience: Experience in crop research and experience operating small plot equipment such as tractors and combines will be an asset.
• Skills: Candidates must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Should be able to drive a truck and trailer or be willing to learn how to do so. Proficiency with common business computer programs will be an asset. This position requires a motivated, reliable and well-organized person able to work in a multi-disciplinary group environment.
• Applicants: send their resume or CV to a.vargas@usask.ca by September 16th, 2025.
• Department: Plant Sciences
• Status: Term 2 years with the possibility of extension
• Employment Group: Research Positions - Non-union
• Shift: 8:00 - 4:30; 38 hrs per week; hours may vary during peak periods
• Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
• Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $46,495.28 - 65,089.44 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
• Salary Phase/Band: Salary Band 5
• Posted Date: 9/8/2025
• Closing Date: 9/14/2025 at 6:00 pm CST
• Number of Openings: 4
• Work Location: On Campus
• The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.
• We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
• The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.