Student Position Summer Research

Work description:
• Assist with summer research and demonstration projects conducted by The Canadian Tobacco Research Foundation.
• Activities may include the set-up and maintenance (weeding, planting, etc.) of research plots focused on production practices, soil health, weed control, pest management, and fertility, plant breeding, etc., collection/entering of data and preparation of written reports.
• Field work may include farm visits, field scouting, identification and monitoring of insects, weeds and crop diseases.
• Assist staff with the collection and analysis of on-farm samples and data for research projects.
• Assist staff to conduct literature reviews and develop written reports and presentation materials on key initiatives and industry issues.
• Training will be provided on research methods, technology transfer, and working in the public sector.
• Collecting, archiving, and organizing digital photos of key growth stages and major pests of various horticultural and specialty crops
• Office work may include assisting with the production of technical information such as newsletters, updating web pages, blogs, scanning images, etc

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• You have teamwork skills to work with various internal and external stakeholders and to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• You have written communication skills to prepare a variety of documents (e.g. reports, factsheets, and articles).
• You are familiar with computer-based software applications including MS Word and MS Excel to perform data entry, conduct analysis, prepare reports, track and compile information
• You can work in an outdoor environment with physical activity involved
• You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines
• Familiarity with plants, farming and crop production is an asset but is not required. Training will be provided in these areas.
 

Other Requirements

• You are willing to travel to rural locations and must have a minimum Ontario G2 driver's license.
• You are willing and able to work in outdoor environments in a variety of weather conditions, with some physical activity involved including light lifting, and in an office 
 

$20.50/hour for 37.5 hours per week