Entomology Technician

• Support planning and execution of lab, greenhouse, and field activities.
• Executing tasks such as planting, infestation, evaluation of insect trials.
• Training the temporary assistants in all work instructions and JSA.
• Support the lab and greenhouse organization by following quality standards.
• Ensure and optimize deliveries within the team following the process b/s.
• Help to coordinate the team/employees and verify the quality of work, ensuring compliance with all Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies as per Syngenta's HSE team guidelines.
• Domestic travel may be required

• Agricultural Technician certification or degree in a related field is mandatory.
• Knowledge of basic Entomology techniques or biology lab experience. Knowledge of phenotyping/screening techniques, and insect assay development and optimization is an advantage.

Critical experience

• Excellent time management skills and adaptability to changes.
• Highly collaborative professional with thorough interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must display excellence in task follow through.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities, anticipating challenges and implementing preventive and corrective actions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using computer applications.
• Prior experience with corn is an advantage.

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities

• Demonstrated results in technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others, and independent thinking.
• Ability to learn and function effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills. Ability to construct, communicate, and adhere to project and functional plans.
• Ability to establish priorities, conduct, and oversee multiple phenotyping research activities simultaneously at peak work periods.
• Excellent experimental design, planning, execution, and analysis skills.
• Thorough commitment to Regulatory Compliance and Syngenta Stewardship policies.
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office
• Critical key team members capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage, motivate, and lead self and team members to deliver on objectives.

Critical success factors & key challenges

• Facilitate planning and implementation of entomology trials in lab, greenhouse, and field.
• Must be able to develop and conduct efficient, extensive plant phenotyping assays.
• Must work well in cross-functional, diverse team settings and independently to successfully deliver on project goals.
• Must network effectively to learn ways of working and develop best practices.

• Work environment varies from greenhouse and field work to typical office and meeting environments.
• Exposure to high and low temperatures in field, greenhouse, or seed storage.
• Capable of standing and sitting for long periods of time. 
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Drivers license required 
• Must be eligible to work in the US 

What We Offer

• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do 
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution 
• Open Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, 9 Paid Holidays 
• Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others 
• A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity, and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year 

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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