As a Research Technician, you will work alongside our research team to conduct a small-plot research program within our seeds portfolio. We prioritize safety by ensuring all team members receive relevant training, are accountable for their safety and others, and are encouraged to contribute ideas for improvement.
Accountabilities
- Execution of small-plot research program in Soy and Corn, which involves activities such as planning, planting, monitoring, and collecting data from small-scale research trials aimed at evaluating different varieties, treatments, or agronomic practices for soy and corn.
- Preparation of research materials, plot layout, and application of compounds.
- Record keeping and data collection on Stage 2-6 trials to evaluate progress throughout the season.
- Gain valuable experience in agricultural practices, crop production, machinery operation, identification of weeds, insect and crop diseases, and trial methodology.
Company Description
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 Research Trialing team is currently seeking a Research Technician, located on-site in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada.
Qualifications
Required:
- High School or GED.
- Class 5 license (must already have).
- Comfortable wearing a respirator and working mainly outdoors during the planting and growing season.
- Ability to repetitively lift a max of 20 lbs. at one time and work in sustained awkward postures.
- A positive attitude and team player. Confident to work independently.
Preferred:
- Agriculture experience is a huge plus.
Additional Information
What We Offer:
- We offer a competitive base salary and incentive bonus potential, combined with challenging and meaningful work, learning and career development opportunities and a great team environment.
- A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes personal and professional development and offers flexible work options to meet both your work and personal needs.
- Focus on Wellness and innovative programs that support overall health and wellbeing such as annual Lifestyle Account and free Headspace App.
- Progressive Employee Policies and Programs including a Flexible Work Location approach, and a vacation policy that provides up to 30 days’ vacation for all employees.
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, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Syngenta Contact Information:
If you need assistance during the application process, please contact the Service Desk at recruitment.na@syngenta.com
Syngenta Canada welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and is able to accommodate persons with disabilities. For more information about accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process or if you would like more information on our accommodation policies, please contact recruitment.na@syngenta.com.
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