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R&D Scientist 1

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42 days ago

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R&D Scientist 1

Syngenta Group

Company Description About Syngenta At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest. Job Description At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta’s Product Biology Team is seeking an R&D Scientist 1 in Lincoln, NE. This role will conduct agricultural science research throughout Nebraska, while actively contributing as a member of the Heartland Region's Crop Protection Field Development team. Remote across Nebraska Accountabilities: - Conduct early-stage research trials with an emphasis on insect, weed, and plant pathogen management, as well as studies related to seed care and biological solutions. - Oversee and collaborate on quality efficacy trials, supporting comprehensive biological profiling and label creation for both new and existing product concepts across all crop types and indications within the region. - Participate in or oversee project planning and the development of experimental objectives, ensure the effective implementation of trials, and facilitate the generation or acquisition of relevant data and information. - Analyze trial data and offer recommendations for further development. Identify opportunities for expanding product labels, exploring new applications, and implementing innovative solutions. - Organize trials in collaboration with universities, extension partners, and contract research organizations to ensure that Syngenta products and solutions are properly represented and recommended. - Deliver technical support and conduct training sessions; organize and oversee demonstration trials to facilitate education for both internal and external customers. - Supply detailed technical data and documentation to support specific labeling initiatives at the local, state, and regional levels. Qualifications Required: - M.S. in one of the agricultural sciences such as Weed Science, Entomology, or Plant Pathology/Nematology is required. - A minimum of 5+ years' experience in agricultural sciences (Weed Science, Entomology, or Plant Pathology/Nematology), including applied sciences training, is required with an M.S. - A minimum of 3+ years' experience in agricultural sciences (Weed Science, Entomology, or Plant Pathology/Nematology), including applied sciences training, is required with a Ph.D. - Experience conducting biological field trials to evaluate the efficacy and crop response of insect, disease, and weed control products, biostimulants, and biologicals and related experimental techniques. - Excellent agronomy and/or crop production knowledge and skills. - Must have basic farming skills and hands-on experience with agricultural planting, tillage, and application equipment. - Understanding new procedures, working to optimize the efficiency between CPFD and other departments within Syngenta. - Generate innovative solutions; challenge the status quo and push boundaries; try different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities. - Required to work beyond normal workday hours. - Travel requirements include up to 25% within assigned territory, with occasional travel outside designated territory required. Desired: - Ph.D. in one of the agricultural sciences such as Weed Science, Entomology, or Plant Pathology/Nematology. Additional Information What We Offer: - A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, 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. WL:4B #LI-Remote

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