Ag-Quest is actively recruiting Summer Students for the 2027 field season. Come join our team! We have multiple positions at our Saskatoon Station.

Term: May 3, 2027 – August 31, 2027 (there may be an chance to work later into harvest for students not returning to school)

Established in 1983, Ag-Quest has become one of the foremost providers of agricultural research services in Canada. Ag-Quest focuses on research in the following areas: Environmental Fate, Pesticide Efficacy, Variety Evaluations, Plant Breeding, Demonstrations, Disease Nurseries, Agronomics and Insect Screens. Please visit our website at www.agquest.com for more information.

The Summer Research Technician term position will allow individuals to explore a career path in agricultural research. Work as part of a team and independently while assisting Research Associates establish and maintain small plot research trials. During this term individuals will have the chance to operate plot equipment (small tractors, implements, sprayers, etc.) and work in the field to collect data on the field trials.





Join the Ag-Quest Saskatoon team and gain valuable equipment expertise as well as training and experience in scientific principles and sampling techniques.

Qualifications:

- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to the Station daily
- Post-secondary students or non-students
- Strong communication skills and detail-oriented
- Ability to work extended hours as required

Assets:

- Any type of previous research or farm experience (include on

your application)

- Enrolled in or completion of science-based programs
- Comfortable working with small plot equipment, including tractor, seeder, sprayer and combine

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $18.00-$25.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Saskatoon, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Agricultural Summer Field Research Technician (Saskatoon)
🏢 Ag-Quest
📍 Saskatoon