Research Associate 2

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States.

Job Description

About Us

Through leading innovations, we help farmers around the world meet the challenge of feeding a growing population and taking care of our planet. To support this challenge, Syngenta is currently seeking a Research Associate 2 in Clinton, IL.

The purpose of the Research Associate role is to support Trait Evaluation Operations’ efforts to produce and distribute quality seed with precision, accuracy and efficiency. This role will primarily focus on seed lab activities – seed preparation, shipping, and inventory management. 

Accountabilities 

• Coordinate nursery trial packaging activities.
• Execute all seed requests in a timely manner.
• Manage all seed inventory activities such as storage, organization, retention, accuracy, and discarding.
• Implement strong ways of working to maintain integrity of seed inventory, packaging, field layout, pollinating, threshing and data collection.
• Train and mentor junior team members and seasonal staff in operational and/or agronomic processes.
• Function as an integral member of the TE Operations team.
• Perform all tasks and behave 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.
• Effectively communicate regularly with peers and supervisors regarding the status of projects and work activities.
• Assist in other operational activities of planting, pollinating, and harvest as needed.

Qualifications

• A minimum of B.S. Degree, preferably in agricultural related disciplines.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s history.
• Ability to obtain a Chemical Applicator’s License within 3-6 months of hire date.

Preferred

Qualifications

• Ability to work in high or low temperature conditions in field. Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds. Capable of working long hours during time-critical periods of the growing season.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be highly organized, and be able to collaborate across teams.
• Ability to use MS Office, especially Word, Excel, Power Point and other standard office software.
• Ability to perform manual labor tasks, such as bending, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to effectively work in outdoor field environment, greenhouse and/or controlled laboratory environments.
• Basic understanding of Agriculture R&D Seed production, plant genetics and breeding.
• Basic understanding of regulatory compliance & stewardship seed industry requirements and guidelines.
• Experience in operating machinery, and/or agricultural research equipment.

Additional Information

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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Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal.
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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.

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