Job Description

Now hiring! Pathology Summer Associate

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

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Contract Duration: 6 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!

Students will be hired and employed through a third-party contracting agency - Raise Recruiting. Opportunities are based on business needs at our sites.

Candidates resumes will be presented to BASF based on requirements of the assignments being a match and fit based on experience. Applications can be considered for multiple opportunities now through March 31, 2027. If you are selected, you will be contacted about the summer employment opportunity directly.

As a Pathology Summer Associate, you create chemistry by...

• Seed preparation and seeding disease of nurseries in the field.
• Disease nursery plot maintenance and care including pest control and disease ratings. 
• Assist in the execution of Plant Pathology Lab tasks including fungal isolations and culturing. 
• Assist in Greenhouse and Growth chamber seeding, maintenance, and rating of disease projects. 
• A dynamic and passionate team with expertise in agronomy and plant pathology.
• assist in creating a safe working environment for the team.

If you have...

• A valid Class 5 Driver Licence
• Strong agronomic competence attained through pursuing or having obtained your degree in Agriculture or another college along with experience in the Agriculture Industry  
• Demonstrate problem solving skills 
• Ability to be flexible and modify plans as situations arise minimizing impact on results  
• Familiarity with or showing strong Interest in plant sciences, canola development and plant pathology 
• Ability to deliver results in pursuit of both individual and team goals  
• Desire to obtain valuable transferable skills such as time management, leadership and working independently  
• Experience with working with plants in in field and/or greenhouse environment is an added benefit.
• Experience working in a lab, microscopy and microbiology is an asset.

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.

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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 Careers.NorthAmerica@basf.com with the subject line “Recruitment Accommodation Request”.