Agricultural Field Technologist (4 Months - Casual Position)

InnoTech Alberta is seeking an Agricultural Field Technologist for our Bio-Industrial Materials team in Vegreville to provide support in the delivery of field crop and Cannabis research. This is a four-month casual position from May to August 2026 and will be based out of our Vegreville office. This position is not eligible for hybrid work.

 Are you our agricultural field technologist? You would be a good fit for this position if you:

• Are passionate about research and innovation.
• Enjoy working independently as well as part of a dynamic team.
• Love the outdoors and working with plants.

We are game changers

InnoTech Alberta, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alberta Innovates, is a leading Research and Technology Organization established by the Government of Alberta to serve the needs of industry, innovation ecosystem & academia. Offering a diversified range of scientific, engineering, and technological research expertise and experience, and unique industrial-scale research infrastructure, equipment, and demonstration facilities, InnoTech Alberta accelerates and de-risks technology research, development, and deployment with focus on industrial solutions and innovation advancement. With a reputation for quality service and a long history of impacts in Alberta’s economy going back a century, our multidisciplinary team has the depth of experience to work across all sectors, from energy to environment to fibre and bio-industrial materials.

Intrigued? Here’s some more information about the position:

Under the direction of researchers and senior technologists, the agricultural field technologist will be accountable to support (but not limited to) the following items:

• Small plot field research, including plot establishment, maintenance, and data collection and entry
• Plant and microbial experiments in greenhouses and growth chambers including measuring plants, recording results, and identifying plant stressors
• Greenhouse care and maintenance
• Laboratory activities in pathology and molecular biology laboratories
• Farm operations support including the operation of tractors, sprayers, air seeder, and combine
• Maintain organization and cleanliness (general housekeeping).
• Handle, store and dispose of chemical and waste materials.
• Adhere to SOPs, quality control, and quality assurance procedures, processes, and regulations.
• Comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Actively contributes to conducting assessments, responding to and implementing corrective actions resulting from safety and quality audits.

Qualifications;

• Completion of High School with an interest in agriculture research
• Two years of previous related work experience in agricultural small plot research in Canada would be an asset
• Experience in handling chemicals and pesticides will be a plus
• Be able to perform delicate work
• The successful candidate must have the interest and patience to perform sometimes repetitive or meticulous work while collecting high quality data
• Excellent verbal communication skills as part of a team
• Able to work in both field and lab settings efficiently
• Proficiency in office software, including spreadsheets, is preferred
• Experience in the operation of farm equipment is a strong asset
• Minimum class 5 license

Why InnoTech Alberta?

We offer our employees opportunities to work on projects that will expand their skill sets while witnessing the visible impacts of their efforts. We value the development of our employees and create opportunities for working in capacities that allow new skills to be learned. We know that the wellness of our team is the most important part of our business, so we offer a strong benefits package and generous vacation and paid time off programs to promote work-life balance. The final candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance and provide credible references.

 This opportunity will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume to applynow@albertainnovates.careferencing the competition title and number in the subject line.

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INNOTECH ALBERTA IS COMMITTED TO THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUITY IN EMPLOYMENT AND ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS. WE WISH TO THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE INVITED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

Employment Status: Casual

Hours bi-weekly: As needed, up to 72.5 hours

Classification: TB

Pay Grade: 02

Hourly Wage: $19.94 - $25.30