Syngenta
Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Our seeds improve the quality and yields of crops, help mitigate risks such as disease and drought, and enable farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. We bring farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that thrive even in challenging conditions. Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.
Job Description The purpose of the Research Associate is to support local product development programs and to help the Soybean Greenhouse Manager meet precision, accuracy, and efficiency targets for 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 soybean trials.
Provide field status updates, including written reports when 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.
Salary $54,400 – $68,000 per year.
Benefits
A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and supports work‑life balance.
Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) starting on day one.
401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, and more.
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Research
Industry Farming
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Job Description The purpose of the Research Associate is to support local product development programs and to help the Soybean Greenhouse Manager meet precision, accuracy, and efficiency targets for 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 soybean trials.
Provide field status updates, including written reports when 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.
Salary $54,400 – $68,000 per year.
Benefits
A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and supports work‑life balance.
Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) starting on day one.
401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, and more.
Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Research
Industry Farming
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