Performance
Plants has a talented team of renowned scientists
with a wide array of expertise, working to bring
the benefits of plant biotechnology to society.
If you are looking for an opportunity to carve
out a dynamic career with a leading Canadian
biotech company, we are open to reviewing the
curriculum vitas of experts in:
Performance
Plants Inc. offers a complete benefits package
and is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment Opportunities:
Plant Molecular Biology Technician
Position Available Immediately
A permanent plant molecular biology technician position is available in the Crop Development Program at the Performance Plants Inc. Saskatoon research facility. Primary duties are DNA and RNA extraction and analysis. The position may also include plant tissue culture, general laboratory, and greenhouse duties as required. Applicants must have experience in plant molecular biology. The candidate will be versatile, detail-oriented, well-organized, enthusiastic, team-oriented and able to appreciate goal-based research. Applicants should hold an appropriate technical diploma or B.Sc. degree.
Performance Plants Inc. is a Canadian plant biotechnology company whose mission is to develop, test and validate innovative plant technologies that optimize crop performance and agricultural productivity while improving food security, preserving the environment and promoting global sustainability.
Interested applicants should forward their curriculum vitae (including the names of three references) no later than July 21st, 2008 to Tina Uchacz at:
Performance Plants Inc.
101-108 Research Dr
Saskatoon, SK S7N 3R3
Email: saskatoon@performanceplants.com
Fax: (306)-975-3942
Performance Plants Inc. offers a competitive benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer. Only applicants considered for an interview will receive further communication after their initial application.
Manager, Crop Line Advancement
Crop Trait Assessment group,
Saskatoon,SK, CA
posted June 6, 2008
Performance Plants Inc., a major plant biotechnology company with operations in Canada and the United States is seeking a Manager, Crop Line Advancement in its Crop Trait Assessment group in Saskatoon. The candidate we are seeking will be responsible for coordinating the advancement of transgenic plants through molecular and phenotypic selection. They will also be responsible for the design, execution and statistical analysis of field experiments designed to validate traits of interest. A Ph.D. or M.Sc. in plant breeding (canola preferred) or agronomy and several years of relevant applied plant science experience, including field experimentation, are required. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, have excellent written and oral communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities and will thrive in a goal-based R&D environment.
Interested applicants should send curriculum vitae and the names of three references by June 22, 2008 to:
Performance Plants Inc.
101-108 Research Drive
Saskatoon, SK S7N 3R3
E-mail: Saskatoon@performanceplants.com
Fax: 1 306 975 3942
Only applicants selected for an interview will receive further communication after their initial application.
Performance Plants: increasing agricultural productivity through harnessing plant science. Join our international team.
Plant Science/Crop Physiology Technician
Crop Trait Assessment group,
Saskatoon,
SK, CA
posted
June 6, 2008
Performance Plants Inc. is a major Canadian plant biotechnology company whose mission is to develop technologies that will enhance production of food, feed and biofuel crops. A Plant Scientist/Crop Physiologist technician position is available immediately in the Crop Trait Assessment group in Saskatoon. The incumbent will work with other plant scientists to study the performance of genetically modified plants in greenhouse and field environments.
Primary responsibilities will include planning and execution of experiments, data collection and analysis, and preparation of reports. Hands-on experience growing crop plants is essential, and experience in plant breeding (canola), experimental design and statistical analysis is preferred. In addition, the ideal candidate will be a good team player, detail-oriented, have excellent written and oral communication skills, strong problem-solving abilities and will thrive in a goal-based R&D environment. This position will require a substantial amount of weekend work, preferably working Thursday-Monday.
Interested applicants should send a curriculum vitae and the names of three references by June 22, 2008 to:
Performance Plants Inc.
101-108 Research Drive
Saskatoon, SK S7N 3R3
E-mail: Saskatoon@performanceplants.com
Fax: 1 306 975 3942
Only applicants selected for an interview will receive further communication after their initial application.
Performance Plants: increasing agricultural productivity through harnessing plant science. Join our international team.
