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HumaPost Research Specialist

Type: In-Office / Field-Based, Full-Time

Location: Southern Alberta

About Our Client

Our client is an innovative organization at the forefront of agricultural technology, developing advanced soil and crop input solutions derived from a unique and high-quality natural resource in Alberta. With a strong focus on sustainability, performance, and scientific rigor, the organization is dedicated to improving soil health, nutrient efficiency, and crop outcomes under real-world conditions.

Known for combining cutting-edge research with practical application, the company is expanding its product platform into organic solutions, including the development of humic-enhanced compost technologies. Their work is driven by a commitment to measurable results, continuous innovation, and delivering value to growers and partners across the agricultural sector.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to the development and application of a new product line, playing a hands-on role in generating the data that drives product decisions, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, execution-focused research environment.

Key Responsibilities

As the HumaPost Research Specialist, you will play a role in the execution of research trials and generate the data required to validate and advance product development.

Compost & Product Research

• Execute compost trials across various feedstocks, applying defined variables such as inclusion rates, timing, and process conditions.
• Evaluate compost performance by measuring factors such as odor, stability, nutrient retention, and overall product quality.

Agronomic Field Trials

• Design and execute field trials across different crops and regions to assess product performance under real-world conditions.
• Collect and analyze data related to yield, crop quality, soil response, and vegetation indices.

Product Iteration & Validation

• Test new product formulations and iterations to determine performance across composting and agronomic environments.
• Identify successes and failures, providing clear, data-driven insights to guide product development decisions.

Data Collection & Reporting

• Ensure accurate, consistent, and defensible data collection across all trials.
• Summarize findings into clear, actionable conclusions to support internal stakeholders and product strategy.

Collaboration & Execution

• Work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure trials are executed effectively and consistently.
• Maintain a high level of ownership over research activities, ensuring timelines, protocols, and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Post-secondary education in agriculture, soil science, biology, or a related field is preferred.
• 3–7 years of experience in agronomy, soil science, compost systems, or biological research.
• Hands-on experience executing field trials or compost trials in operational environments.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of soil fertility, biological systems, and agricultural practices.
• Experience with data collection, trial design, and performance evaluation.
• Familiarity with composting systems, humic substances, or soil amendments is an asset.

Key Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and a results-driven, execution-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple trials or projects simultaneously.
• Effective problem-solving skills with a hands-on, practical approach.
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• High level of ownership and accountability for work outcomes.

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