Research Scientist, Plant Production Research & Development (JP-20-2025)

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) can help you grow your career because we are looking for a Research Scientist to join our amazing team. 

Vineland is a uniquely Canadian results-oriented organization dedicated to horticulture science and innovation. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization, funded in part by the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), a five-year, federal-provincial-territorial initiative. 

We deliver innovative products, solutions and services through an integrated and collaborative cross-country network to advance Canada’s research and commercialization agenda.

Why work for us…

Our people are the most important asset in achieving our goals and are known in the world for their excellence in science and entrepreneurship. Our staff enjoys an exciting and challenging work environment noted for collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Vineland strives to create an environment that brings the power of diversity to life.  We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, persons with disabilities, persons of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and others.  In accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process.

And there’s more…

  • Flexible work arrangement
  • Competitive Salary + Bonus Structure
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • RRSP Matching Plan
  • Paid vacation
  • Employee perks
  • Company Events.

Duties & Responsibilities

What we’re looking for…

Reporting to the Director, Plant Responses and the Environment, the Research Scientist, Plant Production will conduct high quality scientific research that advances Vineland’s Innovation Goals.

What you’ll do…

  • Prepare and execute experiments with cross-functional teams that support the goals of Vineland’s
  • Work collaboratively on multi-disciplinary teams that may include other researchers, business development, marketing staff, clients and industry
  • Secure external funds from granting agencies and industry partners to support research
  • Manage the day‐to‐day activities associated with different projects, including monitoring and documenting progress, managing and interpreting
  • Provide advice to Vineland’s Science, Farm and Greenhouse teams on implementation of plant production
  • Prepare agronomic and financial reports to support commercialization of new
  • Communicate research findings and other technical developments to stakeholders and the wider scientific
  • Contribute to publications of research in scientific journals and industry trade magazines.
  • Lead, train and manage program staff, co-op and graduate

Qualifications

What we need from you…

  • Post-secondary degree (B.Sc. or Sc.) in Horticulture, Plant Biology, Plant Sciences, or Plant Physiology.
  • PhD in Horticulture, Plant Biology, Plant Sciences, or Plant Physiology
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of research experience in areas of plant science and/or biological science, or environmental horticulture
  • 4+ years interacting with cross-functional

Knowledge and Skills

  • Experience managing and overseeing multiple on-going initiatives
  • Strong communication skills that facilitate clear, confident interactions and knowledge exchange with technical and non-technical
  • Preferred experience with field horticulture and woody fruiting
  • Experience doing research to support the commercialization of
  • Working knowledge of budgeting and financial
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a small

(*A more comprehensive position outline is available upon request.)

We look forward to hearing from you! 

How to apply:

 Submit your application online and quote reference #JP-20-2025 to:  careers@vinelandresearch.com 

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Full Time Position
Closing date: August 1, 2025
Location: Vineland Research and Development Centre, Vineland Station, Ontario

Apply Today

Please fill out the online application for this position. You will receive confirmation that your application has been received. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Our people are the most important asset in achieving our goals and are known in the world for excellence in science and entrepreneurship.

Our staff enjoys outstanding benefits and an exciting and challenging work environment noted for collaboration and knowledge sharing all set against a backdrop of natural beauty.

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