Knowledge Translation and Transfer (KTT) Specialist (Term ending March 31, 2028)
Type: Term ending March 31, 2028
Location: Guelph, Ontario
Currently Accepting Applications
The Knowledge Translation and Transfer (KTT) Specialist, Research Programs, is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, development, and delivery of knowledge translation and transfer activities across OSCIA’s applied research portfolio, with a primary focus on Living Lab – Ontario and ONFARM.
This role serves as a critical link between researchers, industry partners, commodity organizations, funding agencies, OSCIA staff, and farmers. The incumbent is responsible for translating complex research findings into practical, farmer-focused knowledge products, beneficial management practices (BMPs), and extension activities that support adoption and impact across Ontario agriculture.
The KTT Specialist, Research Programs, oversees the implementation of knowledge transfer commitments outlined within contribution agreements and project work plans, ensuring deliverables are strategically developed, completed on schedule, aligned with stakeholder needs, and compliant with funding requirements. Working closely with OSCIA’s Communications team and external partners, the incumbent ensures research outcomes are effectively communicated to support innovation, environmental stewardship, and evidence-based decision-making on Ontario farms.
Research Program Coordinator, Living Lab – Ontario (Term ending March 31, 2028)
Type: Term ending March 31, 2028
Location: Guelph, Ontario
Currently Accepting Applications
The Research Program Coordinator, Living Lab – Ontario, is situated within the Department of Research and Knowledge Transfer and works primarily on the Living Lab – Ontario program, delivered by OSCIA in partnership with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and a diverse network of agricultural, academic, industry, and government stakeholders. The success of Living Lab – Ontario relies on effective coordination, communication, governance, and relationship management among a complex network of partners working toward shared environmental and agricultural outcomes.
This role serves as a central coordinator and relationship manager across the Living Lab – Ontario partnership network, supporting successful program delivery, stakeholder engagement, budget oversight, reporting, governance processes, and strategic collaboration opportunities. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable facilitating discussions among diverse stakeholders, managing complex program requirements, tracking deliverables and budgets, reporting and tracking performance metrics, and supporting the long-term growth and success of collaborative research initiatives.
This is a full-time position at 36.25 hours per week and is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of two days per week in-person based out of OSCIA’s Guelph office. This position may require occasional work outside of normal working hours and travel to support meetings, events, and stakeholder engagement activities.
On-Farm Research & Agronomy Coordinator (Fixed Term – to March 31, 2028)
Type: Full Time
Location: Guelph, Ontario
Currently Accepting Applications
The On-Farm Research & Agronomy Coordinator is situated within the Department of Research and Knowledge Transfer and works primarily on the Living Lab – Ontario program delivered by OSCIA. This role serves as a critical bridge between farmers, researchers, agronomists, and project partners, supporting the successful implementation of on-farm research trials across Ontario. The successful candidate will combine practical agricultural knowledge with strong applied research skills to coordinate field-scale trials, support data quality and sampling activities, and build trusted working relationships with farmer cooperators and research partners.
The On-Farm Research & Agronomy Coordinator is a full-time position at 36.25 hours per week, with an end date of March 31, 2028, and is a hybrid role requiring two days per week based out of OSCIA’s Guelph office. This position may require occasional work outside of normal working hours and frequent travel to support events or sampling activities and to occasionally connect with farmer cooperators in the evening based on their scheduling needs.
Field Representative (Full Time – Virtual Delivery)
Type: Full Time
Location: Guelph, Ontario
Currently Accepting Applications
The Field Representative supports OSCIA’s program delivery by facilitating educational workshops, promoting cost-share and research initiatives, and providing frontline engagement with Ontario farmers. This role is responsible for executing local outreach, delivering information sharing activities, conducting project inspections, and contributing to program improvement efforts. The Field Representative act as regional ambassadors for OSCIA and uphold high standards of service, integrity, and agricultural knowledge in support of sustainable farm practices.
The Senior Manager of Research Operations is responsible for the operational management of research initiatives that advance sustainable agriculture, soil health, and climate-resilient farming systems. This role ensures that research projects are designed, implemented, and evaluated effectively, supporting the organization’s mission to foster innovation, environmental stewardship, and evidence-based decision-making in agriculture.
The incumbent will oversee research planning, project management, data integrity, stakeholder coordination, and reporting functions. They will also ensure compliance with funding agreements, scientific standards, and ethical research practices while supporting partnerships with academic institutions, government agencies, and industry collaborators.
The Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) is seeking a Data Management Specialist to support the collection, analysis, and reporting of data from key research and environmental programs, including LEEAP, ONFARM, Living Lab, and OFCAF. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in interpreting complex datasets, identifying trends, and developing high-quality reports and visualizations that effectively communicate program results and insights to funders, partners, and producers.
The Senior Financial Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the organization, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across all financial processes. This role focuses on maintaining strong financial controls, managing reporting and analysis functions, and supporting operational and departmental financial needs. The role oversees the organization’s accounting functions, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role ensures sound financial management across all funding streams, timely reporting to funders, and adherence to internal and external audit standards.
The Senior Financial Analyst supports the effective financial management and operational accountability of the organization. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Finance, this position is primarily responsible for preparing, maintaining, and analyzing program and administrative budgets, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and providing data-driven insights that inform program and funding decisions.
This role focuses on hands-on financial operations — including budget tracking, variance analysis, funding compliance, and reporting — to ensure that programs and organizational activities remain fiscally sound and aligned with funding agreements and internal controls.
Location: Seeking candidates located in or near the above noted regions.
Currently Accepting Applications
The Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) is a unique not-for-profit farm organization whose diverse membership has a significant presence in all agricultural areas of the province and across all major sectors. The mission of OSCIA is to facilitate responsible economic management of soil, water, air and crops through development and communication of innovative farming practices. OSCIA is a leader in agricultural program delivery, including cost-share funding distribution, educational workshop offerings for farmers, and administration of on-farm applied research and knowledge transfer opportunities.
OSCIA is seeking an exceptional individual to fill the role of Part Time Field Representative (Remote) to cover the Dufferin, Peel, Wellington, Waterloo regions. Field Representatives are located throughout the province and work collaboratively to deliver educational workshops including the Environmental Farm Plan and commodity specific biosecurity workshops to Ontario farmers. Field Representatives also act as spokespersons for OSCIA-delivered cost-share incentive and research programs by engaging with farmers to promote awareness and provide information on current and upcoming opportunities.
This position offers an hourly rate commensurate with experience and requires travel within a designated region. Field Representatives work within the Program Delivery Department and report to the Field Services Lead.
Bilingual Integrated Pest Management Specialist (Field Crops)
Type: Permanent
Organization: : Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA)-Field Crop Team
Would you enjoy working in the agricultural sector as a provincial specialist representing the government to solve problems, relay knowledge and build partnerships with the academic community and agricultural stakeholders?
If so, please consider this opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a competitive, resilient and responsible Ontario agriculture sector as a credible and trusted source of evidence-based expertise.
Assistant Professor - Dry Bean Agronomy and Pest Management
The Department of Plant Agriculture at the University of Guelph invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level for the Professorship in Dry Bean Agronomy and Pest Management. This position is located at the University of Guelph’s Ridgetown Campus, located in the municipality of Chatham-Kent, 200 km southwest of the University’s main campus in Guelph.
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