Field Crop Breeding Phenomics Co-Op

Responsibilities

• Phenotyping Protocols: Assist in the development and implementation of phenotyping protocols for soybean and hybrid wheat, including plant imaging, trait measurements, and data collection using advanced phenotyping technologies.
• Data Analysis: Contribute to the analysis of phenotypic data, including image processing, feature extraction, and statistical analysis to identify key traits and patterns relevant to soybean and hybrid wheat breeding programs.
• Field Work: Participate in field-based phenotyping activities, including experimental design, data collection, and maintenance of field trial plots.
• Research Support: Collaborate with the research team to support ongoing projects, literature reviews, and experimental design for phenomics studies.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of experimental procedures, data, and results. Contribute to the preparation of reports and presentations summarizing research findings.

We invite you to help us shape the future of agriculture. 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 Research & Development team is currently seeking a Field Crop Breeding Phenomics Co-Op, located in Stanton, Minnesota. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in plant phenotyping, data analysis, and research support within a dynamic agricultural research environment. 

• Competitive wages (hourly salary range of $21-$40 per hour) 
• Ongoing career development resources    
• The opportunity to work on meaningful, innovative projects that solve problems  
• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and offers flexible work options to meet both your work and personal needs 

 Estimated Duration: May 2025-December 2025

Location: Stanton, MN or RTP, NC

• Currently enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. degree program in plant science, agronomy, genetics, or related field.
• Must be a current student continuing education upon completion of co-op term (graduation date of May 2026 or after)
• Strong interest in plant phenotyping, genetics, and agricultural research.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as R, SQL, Python, and related software.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Prior experience with plant phenotyping, agricultural field research, or laboratory science is a plus.

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