Field Research Associate
Company: Syngenta
Location: Phillips
Posted on: May 23, 2023
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Job Description:
The purpose of the Research Associate 2 is to support the
Trialing Manager in executing research level yield trials on time,
with high precision and accuracy in a safe, compliant manner in
order to generate the highest quality data to allow identification
of superior performing products in corn, soybean and wheat
AccountabilitiesFunction as an integral member of a team
responsible for planting, plot maintenance, spraying, note taking
(phenotyping) and harvesting research level yield trial
plots.Operation and maintenance of agricultural machinery, and or
agricultural research equipment to include: precision planters,
drones, automated phenotyping equipment and research
combinesPerform all tasks and behaving in a manner compliant with
and in support of all safety and stewardship related company
policies and practices, including completing all required company
training courses.Provide informal guidance and support on tasks
completed by third-party contract labor in order to achieve the
Trialing managers desired results, e.g., assisting the team with
field layout, planting, phenotyping, harvest.Effectively and
regularly communicate with peers and supervisors regarding the
status of projects, status of work related activities, quality and
timeliness of data collectedQualificationsBachelor?s Degree in an
agricultural related discipline preferred. A.S. degree and/or
equivalent related experience considered. Candidates with
relevant operational training or experience outside of agriculture
will also be consideredA valid driver?s license with an acceptable
driver?s history is requiredAbility to acquire and maintain a
federal medical card to operate commercial motor vehicles is
requiredAbility to obtain and maintain a class B CDL with a Medical
Card is required.Pesticide Applicators License Holder or ability to
acquire.Good communication skills both Verbal and Written
requiredPassion for continuous improvement and innovation.Model
Syngenta?s commitment to safety, sustainability and product
stewardship.Ability to use MS Office, especially Word and Excel,
and other standard software.Ability and motivation to learn new
technologies.Must be able to work with a moderate level of
supervision while traveling to off-site locations to prepare, plant
and accurately collect and manage data obtained from trials.Plant,
spray, maintain and harvest research level corn, soybean and wheat
trials to meet data quality standard and operational
deadlines.Ability to complete assigned objectives and tasks.Must be
detail oriented, with an attention to accuracy.Capable of working
in high or low temperature conditions in field or greenhouse.
Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. Capable of working long
hours during time-critical periods of the growing season.Field,
greenhouse, laboratory, office. Domestic and international
travel required with occasional overnight stays. Stays at
off-season production/nursery locations may extend to two to three
weeks. Potential allergens?pollen, fungal spores, chemical
pesticides in the field or greenhouse.Preferred RequirementsAbility
to identify issues and patterns from partial conflicting data or
information.A basic understanding of agriculture and agronomy
practices is desirable.Experience in operating and maintaining
agricultural machinery, and or agricultural research
equipment.Additional InformationFull Benefit Package (Medical,
Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do401k plan with
company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings ContributionPaid
Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education
Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among othersA
culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity and
offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the yearWork
Level: 2A 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.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
(http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmla.htm) Equal
Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC)
(http://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/firststep/poster_direct.htm) Employee
Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
(http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppa.htm)#LI-ES1Company
DescriptionSyngenta is a global leader in agriculture; rooted in
science and dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of
our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to
solve one of humanity?s most pressing challenges: growing more food
with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive
workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most
collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees
reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we
operate and the communities which we serve. Join us and help shape
the future of agriculture. About Us At Syngenta, we believe every
employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking
care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Seeds
Development Team is currently seeking a Field Research Associate,
to be located in Phillips, Nebraska
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