Job Description

The purpose of the Research Associate is to support local product development programs in the efforts to create superior products and to support the Soybean Greenhouse Manager's targets and goals for precision, accuracy, and efficiency in on-site operations.

Accountabilities:

• Assist Operations and Greenhouse Manager with planning, design, and execution of greenhouse trials within strict timelines.
• Assist in planting, sampling, data collection, harvest, threshing, and shipping of greenhouse soy trials.
• Provide field status updates, including written reports as requested.
• Manage greenhouse technicians and contract employees, including tracking and communicating performance management metrics.
• Understand, communicate, and execute complex work instructions for project success.
• Work within a cross-functional matrix environment at the site to accomplish trial objectives.
• Conduct all activities in compliance with Syngenta Stewardship, Human Resource, and HSE requirements.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Support other crops and agronomy activities as needed throughout the year and during high-season periods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an agriculture-related discipline or 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of soybean anatomy and soybean pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizers.
• Working knowledge of farming equipment.
• Understanding and use of modern agronomic practices.
• Values teamwork and brings a positive attitude when working with others to solve problems.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability and willingness to work in high or low temperature conditions in the greenhouse and field (80% greenhouse/field, 20% office).
• Ability and willingness to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to work long hours during critical periods of the growing season, including holidays, weekdays, and weekends.

Additional Information

Salary for the role is $54,400 - $68,000 per year.

What We Offer:

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

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