Posted 18 days ago
Summer Crops Research Assistant (4 months)
@ Lakeland College
Vermilion, Alberta
Overview
Lakeland College is hiring a summer crops research assistant for a four-month temporary appointment in Vermilion, Alberta. The role supports field agronomy research, including planting, plot work, sampling, harvest and data collection. The posting states up to three full-time summer appointments, a minimum 36.25-hour week, and a Class 5 driver's licence.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with daily operations for field agronomy research projects
- Support seeding, plot maintenance, chemical application, sampling and harvest
- Collect data, enter data and keep records
- Transport and operate agricultural equipment at research sites
Requirements summary:
- Post-secondary education in a related field, preferably agriculture
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently
- Willingness to work in variable environmental conditions
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-19
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-19
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Hours per week | 36.25 |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Agriculture, Biology, Environmental sciences |
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Lakeland College
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 201-500 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 28 |
Applying for a Job
As a global leader in student-managed learning opportunities, we are committed to developing leaders at Lakeland College. It’s something we excel at because of our exceptional team. Their passion and commitment to academic excellence, innovation and achievement is what sets Lakeland apart, as an educator and an employer. Join our team and be part of helping our students take the lead not only into the future, but today.
Lakeland College is seeking candidates for our crop research program based out of Vermilion, Alberta. The ideal applicant will be a science minded individual that is passionate about agriculture and agri-food systems. Successful candidates will spend time in the field and will have the opportunity to operate various small plot equipment, develop trailer towing skills, and collect and analyze data.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with and support daily operations for agronomy research projects in the field
As part of the research team, assist with seed and seedbed preparation, seeding, treatment application, plot and site maintenance, chemical application, soil and tissue sampling, and harvest
Follow research trial protocols
Assist with data collection, data entry, and record keeping
Assist with projects done in collaboration with industry and government programs
Assist with disease and insect surveys
Assist with transportation and operation of various agricultural equipment at research locations surrounding Research Station locations
Job Requirements
Post-secondary education in a related field (biology, environmental sciences, etc), preference will be given to agriculture students
The ability to work both collaboratively and independently to solve problems in a dynamic environment
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Previous experience operating agricultural equipment is an asset but not required
Some evening and weekend working demands in peak seasons, as well as occasional out of town work
Willingness to work in a variety of environmental conditions
Additional Information
There is a total of up to 3 full-time, summer AUPE appointments, located at Lakeland College in Vermilion, AB commencing between April 27 and May 3, 2027 and ending August 31, 2027, working a minimum 36.25 hour week. Preference will be given to college students.
Competition will remain open until suitable candidates are found. All resumes are to be submitted electronically on our website www.Lakelandcollege.ca
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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