Research Associate
- Operations & Trialing
- Syngenta Seeds
- Stanton, MN
Job description
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We are seeking a detail-oriented Research Associate to lead complex activities and projects, ensuring the successful execution and management of end-to-end process in seed production across multiple crops.
Duties:
- Functioning as an integral member of a team leading all aspects of small plot seed production activities including packaging, treating, planting, harvesting, inventory, and shipping.
- Manage and train up to 15 part-time staff.
- Coordinate weekly labor needs based on current and future workload.
- Deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Ensure compliance with safety and stewardship policies.
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.
PLEASE NOTE -- Candidates must be already located in the United States and not require visa sponsorship
Required:
- B.S. in Agriculture, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field .
- Experience with seed production quality, quantity, and timelines and knowledge of international shipping logistics for research seed.
- Demonstrated collaboration and problem solving skills.
- Ability to lift 70 pounds and work in an outdoor field environment.
- Ability and willingness to work extended hours and Saturdays’ during peak season.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to off-site field locations as required.
- Excellent communication and team management skills. Bilingual in Spanish and English (a plus).
- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with seed technology industry and plant breeding methodologies.
- Experience with basic lab equipment (seed counters, scales, scanners).
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.
Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal.
Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI
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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