Bachelor's degree in plant biology, agronomy, or related field; 3+ years of experience required.
Strong understanding of plant physiology, particularly in soybeans.
Experience with soybean material traceability and data management.
Familiarity with greenhouse operations and integrated pest management (IPM).
Proven experience in soybean cultivation and crossing in controlled environments.
Demonstrated high efficiency in soybean crossing with strong success rates.
Detail-oriented with a focus on documentation and traceability.
Responsibilities
Execute soybean crossing and backcrossing activities per project timelines.
Manage plant growth and health through effective greenhouse care and pest management.
Maintain accurate records for plant identification and seed traceability throughout the breeding cycle.
Collect and validate experimental data, summarizing results for presentation.
Coordinate trait introgression activities across various teams and escalate issues as needed.
Support routine greenhouse operations including planting, irrigation, and harvesting.
Participate in weekend rotations and be available for holiday work as required.
Benefits
Culture that promotes belonging, collaboration, and professional development.
Flexible work options to support work-life balance.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision starting on the first day.
401k plan with company match and profit-sharing opportunities.
Paid vacation, holidays, maternity and paternity leave, and education assistance.
Full Job Description
Job Description
This role serves as a key member of the soybean trait introgression team while also supporting GM/GE trait pipeline processes and broader greenhouse operations. The position contributes to the timely delivery of high-quality trait introgression materials that align with project objectives and generates reliable experimental data to support plant selection and generation-advancement decisions. All responsibilities are performed in accordance with Syngenta's Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and applicable procedures.
Accountabilities:
Execute assigned soybean crossing, backcrossing, and generation-advancement activities according to approved protocols and project timelines.
Manage plant growth, flowering schedules, and plant health through appropriate greenhouse care and coordination of integrated pest management activities.
Maintain accurate plant identification, cross labeling, and pedigree records; ensure sample and seed traceability throughout the breeding cycle, including harvest, processing, and storage.
Collect, validate, and enter experimental data into designated databases; summarize and present the results.
Coordinate assigned trait introgression activities with greenhouse, breeding, analytical, and trait teams; communicate progress and promptly escalate technical issues.
Support routine greenhouse operations, including planting, irrigation, tissue sampling, controlled pollination, harvesting, seed processing, and pest management.
Must be able to work on a rotational basis as a weekend team member; Willing to work on holidays as needed.
Qualifications
Degree in plant biology, agronomy, or closely related discipline from an accredited university; Minimum entry qualification of Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience.
Good knowledge of plant physiology including soybean
Soybean material traceability and data management
Knowledge of greenhouse equipment and operations, and IPM
Experience working with a major field crop such as soybean and corn
Experience soybean cultivation and crossing under well controlled growth environments.
Demonstrated expertise in soybean crossing, with high efficiency and consistently strong crossing success rates.
Work consistently and accurately, with strong attention to detail, documentation, and traceability.
Communicate clearly, coordinate effectively across teams, and raise risks early.
Take ownership of commitments and adapt approaches as priorities or conditions change.
Respond effectively to unexpected biological or operational issues while maintaining quality and meeting delivery commitments.
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.
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