Seed Science Operations Agronomist

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Job Title: Seed Science Operations Agronomist
Location: Saskatoon, SK, Prairies Canada, Canada

Company: BASF - We Create Chemistry
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Operations
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Now hiring! Seed Science Operations Agronomist

Saskatoon, SK

We are looking for a Seed Science Operations Agronomist to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Saskatoon, SK.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF's Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

Accountable to the South Saskatchewan Breeding Agronomy Manager, this position is responsible for the execution of trial protocols that relate to their region of focus. This role is responsible for establishing, maintaining and evaluating breeding trials in a specific region for purpose of delivering high quality data for statistical analysis and selection with the goal of developing, and registering new InVigor hybrids.

As a Seed Science Operations Agronomist, you create chemistry by...

Managing and performing agronomy of seeding to harvesting activities such as location identification and preparation, pest and stress diagnosis, disease identification, field notes and observation, maintaining isolation requirements, tissue sampling, off type and pollination management.
Being responsible for trial activities like producing field plans, randomizations, field books, accurate record keeping, statistical analysis of agronomic and quality data for trial report (when required) and labeling.
Managing resources with the goal of achieving all breeding objectives and effective operation of the program which involves equipment maintenance, inventory, and management of summer students.
Ensuring all trial activities are under stringent management for delivering high level evaluation, to be utilized in statistical analysis and in-depth selection.
Executing seed quality analysis (NIR) and liaising with lab to ensure accurate seed quality data, as well as supporting QA/QMS in activities as required by the breeding program.

If you have...

A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related discipline.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in plant breeding, genetics, canola agronomy, canola botany, pollen flow, genetic purity, and conducting research trials using statistical design and analysis are all assets.
Competent troubleshooting skills for farm and small plot research equipment.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to be flexible and modify plans as required to minimize impact on data and production as situations arise.
The ability to work independently as well as in a team either as a member or supervising contract employees to fulfill job responsibilities.
A valid class 5 driver's license, with heavy trailer endorsement or ability to obtain heavy trailer endorsement.
A collaborative approach, with excellent communication skills, the ability to influence cross-functional teams, and an openness to giving and receiving ideas, perspectives, and feedback.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. you@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you - the whole you - in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you'll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career. We also provide engaging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your role.

About us

As the world's leading chemical company, we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

We constantly strive to become an even better workplace. As a result of our commitment to our employees, BASF has earned various awards, including being recognized by Mediacorp in 2025 as one of Canada's Top Employers for eleventh consecutive year, one of the Greater Toronto Area's Top Employers for the twelfth year in a row, and twice being named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Best Diversity Employers.

We provide a fulfilling work environment with a strong emphasis on the physical and psychological safety of our employees and the communities we operate in. We are always working to form the best team with an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion and through lifelong learning and development.

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Job Post Date: 06/26/25