2526-293 - Research Associate Christmas Tree Post Harvest Physiology - Annapolis Valley Campus

Operational Support

Research Associate

Annapolis Valley Campus

Middleton, Nova Scotia

Department of Applied Research

Term Full Time Position: Commencing February 1, 2026 and ending approximately March 31, 2028

Application deadline: 11:59PM, November 20, 2025

Competition No: 2526-293

Salary Range: $49,964.60 - $61,260.86 annually

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• A diploma, advanced diploma, or degree in a related field or discipline specific to the specific to the nature of the research. (natural resources, environmental science, biology, horticulture, and agriculture, plant physiology, or related field).
• You have a minimum of two years (full time equivalent) of recent and related occupational experience in a research environment which includes fieldwork.
• Occupational experience that includes crop management, crop sampling, soil sampling, and nutrient analysis, as well as running pot to plot level field experiments would be considered an asset.
• Previous experience working with Balsam Fir or Christmas trees, specifically around conifer physiology, especially needle retention, senescence, or post-harvest handling would be considered an asset
• Knowledge of abiotic stress factors (e.g., drought, temperature) affecting needle retention
• Proficiency in data analysis and scientific writing
• You are familiar with and comfortable using computer applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail
• You are comfortable working in a digital environment; you take responsibility for acquiring knowledge about advancing technology; and you are committed to using technology in advancing your work
• Experience supporting/providing service to students and prospective students would be considered an asset.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

• You demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills and are able to interact at all levels of an organization
• You are known for your superior customer service skills and can create a relationship of trust beyond the immediate interaction
• Your superb team working skills enable you to contribute positively to a team environment
• You have specific technical occupational knowledge and skill in using a LiCor 6800 photosynthetic system and environmental chambers)
• You are known for your problem solving and critical thinking skills
• You are a strong communicator.
• You possess excellent coordination skills specifically related to setting up, managing and conduct research projects)
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with growers, industry partners, and academic teams.
• You have proven records and information management skills and abilities related to research data collection, analysis and visualization.
• You have strong project management skills related to research activities

Candidates selected for interviews will be expected to provide at least three recent, occupational references. The successful candidate will be expected to provide official transcripts to show proof of academic achievements.

NSCC is committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. As part of this commitment, NSCC will ensure that applicants are provided reasonable accommodations, as required. If accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact David Meister, HR Generalist at [email protected]. Our Employee Workplace Accommodation Policy can be found here: https://www.nscc.ca/about/publications/policies-procedures/policies/employee-workplace-accommodations-policy.asp

Unfortunately, we cannot accept late or paper applications.