Precision Technology Summer Associate

Now hiring! Precision Technology Summer Associate

We are looking for a Precision Technology Summer Associate to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Saskatoon, SK.

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Contract Duration: 4 months (Summer 2027)

Wage: $25 - $32 / Hour

During peak periods in the season, overtime will be paid for evenings or weekends.

Welcome to BASF

We are BASF in Agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming, and the biggest job on Earth. We are an internationally successful company of the BASF Group. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. With teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture.

#ForTheLoveOfFarming #TheBiggestJobOnEarth #AgEmployerOfChoice

Here you can gain more insight into our Vision at BASF Agricultural Solutions!

As a Precision Technology Summer Associate, you create chemistry by...

• Conducting precision technology-focused activities for field trials of local and global breeding programs aimed at developing hybrids that provide the highest return to growers.
• Preparing fields for aerial surveys, creating survey plans, scheduling data collection routines, validating processes, processing image data, acquiring data, and conducting data analytics for the breeding pipeline.
• Planning and conducting surveys using remotely piloted aircraft to gather data on specific phenotypic targets at different growth stages of the crop, subject to holding a valid basic operations drone pilot certificate.
• Utilizing your comfort with statistical programming in R or Python to take on data analysis and model development tasks that enhance your problem-solving skills.
• Engaging in a variety of field activities related to variety development and registration, including seed setup, land preparation, seeding, crop health diagnosis, pest control, pollination management, plot maintenance, parental development, harvesting, and supervising casual employees as needed.
• Working both independently and in a group setting, depending on the task at hand.

If you have...

• A thorough understanding of plant breeding, agronomy, and precision technology in agriculture attained through your degree or diploma, or if you recently obtained your degree or diploma in the last 2 years.
• An educational focus on Agriculture or a related program/field such as Biology, Computer Science, or Engineering.
• A basic operations drone pilot certificate (this is an asset, and we are willing to guide you in obtaining the license if you don’t have it currently).
• A working knowledge of R or Python (this is an asset, but not a requirement).
• An interest in precision agriculture and canola breeding, even if you do not have direct experience in the Agriculture Industry.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to be flexible as situations arise, minimizing impact on results.
• The ability to deliver results in pursuit of both individual and team goals.Previous farm, machinery, or drone experience (this is an asset but not a requirement, as these skills will be developed on the job).

About us

BASF Agricultural Solutions is a trusted partner to the agricultural industry, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that help farmers succeed across a wide range of cropping systems. Across North America, our teams work together to address some of agriculture's most important challenges while creating value for customers, communities, and the environment.

At BASF, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact through work that matters.

Find out more about our Agricultural Solutions team here.

Diversity is our greatest strength!

Join us in shaping the future as part of a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunity – regardless of gender, age, background, sexual orientation, disability, or personal beliefs. Our people are at the heart of everything, dedicated to delivering value for our customers every day.

By focusing on enabling our people today and in the future, we will ensure we have the talent and skills needed to succeed.

United by the love of farming, we innovate, collaborate, and strive for the best solutions together, creating connections and driving success as one team. This is how we make an impact. For the love of farming, the biggest job on Earth.

Privacy Statement

BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact [email protected] to report fraud.

Pay Transparency

BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $25 - $32 hourly. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

BASF is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, religion/creed, sex/pregnancy, marital status, family status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We seek to make our recruitment process accessible for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] with the subject line “Recruitment Accommodation Request”.