Senior Research Scientist
Senior Research Scientist
Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen food products for retail and foodservice markets throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have state-of-the-art potato processing plants in Prince Edward Island, Lethbridge, Alberta, and Jamestown, North Dakota, and an appetizer plant in Wheatley, Ontario. Our Head office is in Dieppe, New Brunswick and has sales office locations in Toronto, Montreal, and Boston.
Reporting to the VP, Agriculture Research and Development the Research and Development Specialist will be responsible execution of all operational and technical aspects of research trials including site selection, planning and design of experiments and small plot activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Bachelors in Agriculture/ Crop Science/ Plant Genetics/ Agronomy is required
- Relevant years of experience in Agronomy, Plant Science or any relevant field is required
- Work experience in potato crop is preferred
- Ability and desire to work in a fast paced, team oriented, research environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Experience in the use of Microsoft applications and database programs
Work Address – Cavendish Farms Research Centre 25533 RTE 2, New Annan, PEI.
Terms of Employment – This is a Permanent Full-time Position in New Annan, PEI - 48 hours per week
Language of Work - English
Salary – $75,000 to $85,000 plus bonus
Benefits - Full benefits package which includes medical, health and dental plan and a retirement plan.
To Apply for this Career Opportunity:
Please apply online or contact jobs@cavendishfarms.com
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