Term Research Assistant(s) – Canola Breeding Program (Full-Time Term & Summer Term)

Location: Nisku, AB

Durations Available:

- Full-time Term Research Assistant: April 1st – October 31st, 2027

- Full-time Summer Term Research Assistant: May 1st – August 31st, 2027

DL Seeds is seeking highly motivated individuals to support our canola and pulse research operations in Nisku and surrounding areas.

Core Responsibilities:

- Trial Operations: Assist with seed setup, plot seeding, cultivating, spraying, and harvesting across field research sites.

- Equipment Handling & Transport: Operate specialized small-plot machinery (tractors, seeders, sprayers, and combines), transport equipment between site locations, and assist with routine maintenance.

- Data Collection: Scout plots, record phenotypic data, measure disease/pest levels.

Requirements:

- Willingness to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required during peak planting, spraying, and harvest seasons.

- Previous research or farm experience is considered an asset.

- Comfortable working outdoors in varied weather conditions and environments.

- Strong attention to detail, with excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.





- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team setting.

- Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada with a valid Class 5 driver’s license.

- Physical ability to lift to 25 kg.

- A degree, diploma, or active studies in Agricultural Science or a related field is considered an asset; however, practical hands-on experience, a strong work ethic, and a passion for agriculture are equally valued.

What We Offer:

- Market-competitive salary based on education and experience

- Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive culture

- Valuable hands-on career development opportunities in agricultural research

- Experience working alongside industry-leading plant breeders and agronomists

DL Seeds Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that develops new canola and pulse varieties for the North American marketplace. Check out our website at www.dlseeds.ca.

DL Seeds thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application Deadline: January 30, 2027

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Term Research Assistant(s) – Canola Breeding Program (Full-Time Term & Summer Term)
🏢 DL Seeds
📍 Nisku