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Cavendish Farms

Senior Research Scientist

New Annan

FULL TIME

November 14, 2024

Reporting to the VP, Agriculture Research and Development, the Senior Research Scientist will be responsible for the execution of all operational and technical aspects of research trials including site selection, planning and design of experiments and small plot activities.
Salary – $75,000 to $85,000 plus bonus


Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

  • Bachelors Degree in Agriculture/ Crop Science/ Plant Genetics/ Agronomy is required
  • Relevant years of experience in Agronomy, Plant Science or a related 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

  • Planning and preparation of field trial layouts, maps, ensuring availability of material required for trials
  • Perform field work including planting, spraying, irrigating, scouting, harvesting and grading of field research plots;
  • Crop pest and disease assessment and soil and tissue sampling
  • Ensure that data collection is recorded according to pre-established methodology and data is processed and interpreted through adequate statistical analysis
  • Apply standard quality control procedures to assure accuracy of test results, updating and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Prepare an annual, monthly, weekly and daily activities schedule to organize time and resources required
  • Create and manage an annual operational activity plan for the Ag Research program including people demand forecasting, cost management, purchasing of materials and equipment required
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

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 two state-of-the-art potato processing plants in PEI, one in Lethbridge, AB and another in Jamestown, ND. Headquartered in Dieppe, NB, the company also operates an appetizer plant in Wheatley, ON and has sales office locations in Toronto and Boston. Cavendish Farms is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package including but not limited to:
  • A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan
  • Employee & Family Assistance Programs
  • Health & wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
  • Maternity leave top-up program (if applicable)
  • RRSP matching program
  • Opportunities to take part in job related training and development as well as 24/7 access to online curated learning
  • Growth and progression opportunities within Cavendish Farms and the larger network of the J.D. Irving, Limited group of companies
  • Hybrid work schedule (if applicable) to provide you the flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per week
  • Relocation costs (if applicable)
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