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Field Agronomist
@ Bayer
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Overview
Bayer is hiring a full-time Field Agronomist based at its Saskatoon, SK farm site to develop and run crop protection and hybrid testing programs. The role covers monitoring product trials through the season, presenting agronomic insights, and operating field equipment and precision agriculture systems. The posting requires a bachelor's degree in an agricultural or related field, travel up to 15%, and weekend or extended hours in peak season.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and execute R&D field studies
- Operate research equipment and precision agriculture systems
- Work with Product Unit teams on experimental protocols
- Present agronomic insights and lead plot tours
- Recruit and supervise seasonal and temporary staff
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in agronomy or a related field
- Agricultural research experience
- Ability to operate tractors, seeders, sprayers and combines
- Ability to obtain pesticide applicator licence and RPAS certificate
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in field conditions
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Research & science |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, overtime, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Pesticide Applicator License, RPAS drone pilot certificate |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | agronomy, agricultural sciences, life sciences, engineering, computer science |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Wellness |
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Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of healthcare and nutrition. We design our products and services to serve the most essential human needs of health and nutrition. At the same time, we strive to address some of the world’s biggest challenges presented by a growing and aging global population. At Bayer, we’re committed to driving sustainable development and generate a positive impact with our businesses. Through the power of science, we’re pioneering new possibilities that advance life for all of us. That means reimagining how we care for ourselves and one another by empowering everyday health, improving approaches to patient care, and finding better ways to nourish our communities around the world. Data Privacy Statement & Imprint: https://www.bayer.com/en/glob-li-bayer-en-dps-imprint
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Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of healthcare and nutrition. We design our products and services to serve the most essential human needs of health and nutrition. At the same time, we strive to address some of the world’s biggest challenges presented by a growing and aging global population. At Bayer, we’re committed to driving sustainable development and generate a…
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Field Agronomist
We are seeking a motivated Field Agronomist to collaborate with research and commercial brand teams in developing short- and long-term testing programs for experimental and commercial crop protection products and hybrids. In this role, you will monitor product development throughout the season, collecting biological information and data from field and strip plots. You will present agronomic insights to both research and commercial teams, arrange and conduct plot tours, and provide in-depth product knowledge to assist in crop protection products and hybrid evaluations. Additionally, you will make informed recommendations for the development of new products and hybrids, contributing to our commitment to innovation and excellence in the agricultural sector. Join us to play a key role in advancing our product offerings and enhancing our market presence!
This is a permanent position based out of Saskatoon, SK farm site.
What you will do:
- Coordinate and execute assigned R&D field studies safely, efficiently, and on schedule while remaining compliant with internal and external requirements.
- Complete trial operations, including site preparation, seeding, treatment application, crop assessments, phenotyping, harvest, equipment calibration, and maintenance.
- Identify suitable research sites and cooperators, coordinate leased land, and support agreements.
- Work with ARI Trial Leads to define the capability and potential capacity across different technologies to be implemented on the field according to the business priorities.
- Work with Product Unit teams to implement experimental protocols and deliver accurate, timely agronomic data.
- Operate research equipment and use digital and precision agriculture systems to collect, validate, analyze, and manage data.
- Meet Health, Safety & Environment, quality, compliance, stewardship, ethics, and pesticide-handling requirements.
- Develop and follow controlled SOPs, quality procedures, investigative protocols, and requirements for regulated or stewarded trial material.
- Recruit, supervise, and develop seasonal, temporary, or third-party staff.
- Provide technical support, product demonstrations, and training for project and commercial teams as products approach registration and launch.
- Build effective relationships with growers, local partners, research colleagues, commercial teams, and other stakeholders.
- Lead continuous improvement and proof-of-concept initiatives across equipment, workflows, data systems, quality, and compliance.
- Foster an inclusive environment of professionalism and safe working practices ensuring Safety and Compliance requirements are met or exceeded within Squad.
- Bachelor’s degree in agronomy, agricultural sciences, life sciences, engineering, computer science, or a related field, with relevant agricultural research experience (a graduate degree in agricultural sciences is preferred)
- Knowledge of regional crop production, farming practices, and crop pests in cereals, canola, soybeans, corn, or other locally relevant crops.
- Experience in agricultural research, seed technology, plant breeding, or crop protection technology evaluation.
- Ability to safely operate or learn research equipment, including tractors, seeders, sprayers, combines, experimental application equipment, and precision agriculture technology.
- Strong mechanical and digital aptitude.
- Strong English communication, collaboration, organization, planning, problem-solving, adaptability, and decision-making skills.
- Experience supervising field research activities and seasonal, temporary, contract, or third-party staff is an asset.
- Ability to obtain an appropriate driver’s license for medium- to heavy-vehicle operation (>10,000 lbs. GCWR) without an air brake designation.
- Ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicator License and an RPAS drone pilot certificate.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs., work for extended periods in field or greenhouse conditions and temperature extremes, travel up to 15% including overnight, work extended hours or weekends during peak seasons, and safely drive a company vehicle and haul trailers or equipment.
- Competitive compensation and rewards package
- Collaborative, diverse and inclusive culture
- Career development and global opportunities
- Work-life flexibility programs such as flex hours, employee discounts, volunteer days, wellness, and other employee offerings
The base salary range for this role is between $51,360 and $118,680. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation. Additional benefits may include insured benefits such as health care, vision, dental, disability, and contributory retirement savings plans, etc.
This salary range is an estimate and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, market data and the applicant’s skills, prior relevant experience, job-related knowledge, specific degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.
This role is posted for a vacant position.
This posting will be available for application until at least Nov 2, 2026.
All referral candidates must first be submitted via our internal referral system by a current Bayer employee in order to participate in the referral program. Once a Bayer employee has successfully referred you in our system, you will receive an automated email with instructions on how to complete your application.
YOUR APPLICATION
If your background and personal experience fit this profile, please send us your complete application at www.career.bayer.cn If you have any recommendations, please kindly send mail to [email protected]
L ocation:
Canada : Saskatchewan : Saskatoon
Division:
Crop Science
Reference Code:
892565
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