Field Operations Lead

McGill University

1d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

Emile A. Lods Agronomy Research Centre, commonly referred to as the Seed Farm, is a research farm consisting of 28 hectares of diverse soil series and textures. The Centre’s raison d’être is to provide support for agronomy research as well as undergraduate teaching for the Departments of Bioresource Engineering, Plant Science, Natural Resource Sciences and Farm Management Technology. There are more than 70 different experiments conducted at the Centre including cultivar, soil fertility and forage schedule cutting trials as well as plant responses to climatic and pest stress.

Requirements

Proven ability to operate a farm tractor.
Candidate must have a valid pesticide application certificate for the duration of the contract.
Attention to details and accuracy.
Able to work in a safe manner. Ask questions if unsure about procedures.
Understand demands from researchers.
Able to work outside during hot and humid conditions.
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # 2 on a scale of 0-4.
High School Diploma
2 Years Related Experience