One of a Kind Lab Technician

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Lab Technician – Greensboro, NC 

Role Purpose – 

• Set up and operate lab equipment to carry out organic syntheses with minimal supervision. • Record observations and results of work in a timely manner. • Operate and maintain laboratory instruments • Provide infrastructure support to the department including: housekeeping and inspection and maintenance of safety

Accountabilities – 

• Run synthetic reactions in the laboratory • Arrange for analysis of samples or perform analyses where appropriate • Run experiments under direction of a chemist/engineer • Provide accurate interim reports on project work • Work independently on a daily basis • Coordinate project work with chemists/engineers • Share results in group meetings • Maintain lab areas with sufficient supplies and raw materials • Maintain lab housekeeping, safety and hygiene standards and carry out assigned duties

Knowledge, experience & capabilities –

Critical knowledge

• Minimum High School diploma with significant experience working in a laboratory, or a Bachelors degree in Chemistry. • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Critical experience

• Laboratory development. • Setting up and operating laboratory syntheses.

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities

• Ability to communicate technical results to chemists • Ability to quickly learn new skills • Ability to stay organized and to follow through on assigned work • Ability to adapt planned work based on group priorities • Ability to work with a diverse group

Critical Success Factors

• Ability to set-up and run routine laboratory equipment. • Ability to understand and follow provided procedures (synthesis, process, analysis) closely • Ability to operate and maintain complex laboratory instruments and equipment. • Ability to maintain well documented laboratory records • Ability to communicate and document lab data and report on experiments independently. • Ability to coordinate with and support professional staff. • Support a group of 7-8 chemists/engineers working on a wide range of product development and/or improvement projects • Provide on-site support for production trials of processes developed in the laboratory. • Provide on-site support to the production plants to address technical problems during routine manufacture.

Additional Information

• All applicants must be eligible to work in the US. • Some Travel to A.I. production sites, for supervision of trials.

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE

Research Technician

Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. 

And we are looking for top talent to join our team!

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology.  The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market.  Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion.  Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries.  Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). 

Research Technician – Kekaha, HI - 1012 

Role Purpose – 

The purpose of the Research Technician is to support all Soybean Product Development Scientists in their efforts to create superior products and support the Soybean Nursery Manager's targeted goals for precision, accuracy and efficiency in site operations at a continuous breeding nursery.

Accountabilities – 

Functioning as an integral member of a team responsible for packaging, planting, cross pollinating, tissue sampling, harvesting, and turnaround of soybean seed in screen houses and in the field. • Supporting efforts to maintain integrity of seed inventory, packaging, field/screen house layout, pollinating, tissue sampling, threshing, and data collection in a continuous breeding nursery. • Performing all tasks and behaving in a manner compliant with and in support of all safety related company policies and practices, including completing all required Company training courses and attending local safety meetings. • Comply with all regulatory and stewardship protocols. • Providing day-to-day guidance to seasonal staff to achieve desired results. • Effectively communicating regularly with peers and supervisors regarding the status of projects and work activities.

Knowledge, experience & capabilities –

Critical knowledge:

A two-year degree in an agriculture related discipline and/or relevant experience • A working knowledge of farming equipment. • A valid driver's license is critical. • A basic understanding of soybean breeding practices and/or other self-pollinated crops is desirable. • Clear understanding of the practices and procedures that affect data precision and accuracy. • Understand and use modern agronomic practices.

Critical experience • Experience in seed research and operation and day to day maintenance of related equipment. Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities

• Ability to use MS Office, especially Word and Excel, and other standard software. • Ability to use proprietary systems (SPIRIT) for label printing and inventory management. • Ability and motivation to learn new technologies.

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE

Research Technician - Kunia, Hawaii

Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. 

And we are looking for top talent to join our team!

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology.  The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market.  Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion.  Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries.  Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). 

Research Technician – Kekaha, HI - 1012 

Role Purpose – 

The purpose of the Research Technician is to support all Soybean Product Development Scientists in their efforts to create superior products and support the Soybean Nursery Manager's targeted goals for precision, accuracy and efficiency in site operations at a continuous breeding nursery.

Accountabilities – 

Functioning as an integral member of a team responsible for packaging, planting, cross pollinating, tissue sampling, harvesting, and turnaround of soybean seed in screen houses and in the field. • Supporting efforts to maintain integrity of seed inventory, packaging, field/screen house layout, pollinating, tissue sampling, threshing, and data collection in a continuous breeding nursery. • Performing all tasks and behaving in a manner compliant with and in support of all safety related company policies and practices, including completing all required Company training courses and attending local safety meetings. • Comply with all regulatory and stewardship protocols. • Providing day-to-day guidance to seasonal staff to achieve desired results. • Effectively communicating regularly with peers and supervisors regarding the status of projects and work activities.

Knowledge, experience & capabilities –

Critical knowledge:

A two-year degree in an agriculture related discipline and/or relevant experience • A working knowledge of farming equipment. • A valid driver's license is critical. • A basic understanding of soybean breeding practices and/or other self-pollinated crops is desirable. • Clear understanding of the practices and procedures that affect data precision and accuracy. • Understand and use modern agronomic practices.

Critical experience • Experience in seed research and operation and day to day maintenance of related equipment. Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities

• Ability to use MS Office, especially Word and Excel, and other standard software. • Ability to use proprietary systems (SPIRIT) for label printing and inventory management. • Ability and motivation to learn new technologies.

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE

Research Technician - Hawaii

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Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. 

And we are looking for top talent to join our team!

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology.  The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market.  Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion.  Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries.  Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). 

Research Technician – Kekaha, HI - 1015 

Role Purpose – 

The purpose of the role is to provide leadership, coordination and safe execution of all Maintenance operations which continue to become more complex and critical given parent seed, continuous nursery and trait development demands on row numbers. These increasing numbers translate directly into additional staffing, equipment and facility needs, which directly impact the Maintenance group. These maintenance operations include: 1) unwavering adherence to all Syngenta, federal, state and local requirements for HSE compliance, 2) establishment of timely and cost effective procedures for the repair activities 3) repair and maintenance of a large fleet of vehicles and farm equipment 4) Inventory management of parts and supplies.

Accountabilities – 

Adhere to all current Syngenta, Federal, State and Local HSE requirements, including OSHA and EPA Regulatory and SAMACO compliance • Reliably execute all maintenance operations and projects • Lead and supervise third party employees • Handle in-field equipment repair • Safely execute heavy equipment repair • Provide coordination support for facility maintenance projects • Recommend and implement changes/refinements to maintenance operations. • Maintain detailed repair and maintenance records on all equipment • Maintain data on repair volume by department, item type, cost and date • Participate as an active participant in Maintenance and HSE team • Oversee tasks completed by third-party contract labor to fulfill shop needs

Knowledge, experience & capabilities –

Critical knowledge:

Minimum 2 years Associates Degree in Diesel Mechanics, plus related ASE certifications • B.S. preferred

Critical experience • At least 5 years of maintenance experience on farm equipment • Prefer experience in a tractor dealership maintenance department • Experience with computers and diagnostic equipment • Experience with timeline critical business • Experience within a regulated industry • Ability to work in a team environment and get along well with others • Must possess or be able to obtain Commercial Drivers License

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities:

Safety leader • Internal customer focused • Positively motivates team and promotes teamwork • Develops others • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment • Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE

Research Development - Hawaii

Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. 

And we are looking for top talent to join our team!

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology.  The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market.  Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion.  Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries.  Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). 

Research Development – Kunia, HI  - 1000

Role Purpose – The purpose of the Research Technician is to support all Soybean Product Development Scientists in their efforts to create superior products and support the Soybean Nursery Manager's targeted goals for precision, accuracy and efficiency in site operations at a continuous breeding nursery.

Accountabilities – Functioning as an integral member of a team responsible for packaging, planting, cross pollinating, tissue sampling, harvesting, and turnaround of soybean seed in screen houses and in the field. Supporting efforts to maintain integrity of seed inventory, packaging, field/screen house layout, pollinating, tissue sampling, threshing, and data collection in a continuous breeding nursery. Performing all tasks and behaving in a manner compliant with and in support of all safety related company policies and practices, including completing all required Company training courses and attending local safety meetings. Comply with all regulatory and stewardship protocols. Oversee tasks completed by third-party labor to achieve desired results. Effectively communicating regularly with peers and supervisors regarding the status of projects and work activities.

Knowledge, experience & capabilities – A four-year degree in an agriculture related discipline and/or relevant experience A working knowledge of farming equipment. A valid driver's license is critical. A basic understanding of soybean breeding practices and/or other self-pollinated crops is desirable. Clear understanding of the practices and procedures that affect data precision and accuracy. Understand and use modern agronomic practices.

Critical knowledge: Experience in seed research and operation and day to day maintenance of related equipment.

Critical Skills: Ability to use MS Office, especially Word and Excel, and other standard software. Ability to use proprietary systems (SPIRIT) for label printing and inventory management. Ability and motivation to learn new technologies.

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE

Research Associate

Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. 

And we are looking for top talent to join our team!

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology.  The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market.  Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion.  Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries.  Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). 

Research Development – Kunia, HI  - 1000

Role Purpose – The purpose of the Research Technician is to support all Soybean Product Development Scientists in their efforts to create superior products and support the Soybean Nursery Manager's targeted goals for precision, accuracy and efficiency in site operations at a continuous breeding nursery.

Accountabilities – Functioning as an integral member of a team responsible for packaging, planting, cross pollinating, tissue sampling, harvesting, and turnaround of soybean seed in screen houses and in the field. Supporting efforts to maintain integrity of seed inventory, packaging, field/screen house layout, pollinating, tissue sampling, threshing, and data collection in a continuous breeding nursery. Performing all tasks and behaving in a manner compliant with and in support of all safety related company policies and practices, including completing all required Company training courses and attending local safety meetings. Comply with all regulatory and stewardship protocols. Oversee tasks completed by third-party labor to achieve desired results. Effectively communicating regularly with peers and supervisors regarding the status of projects and work activities.

Knowledge, experience & capabilities – A four-year degree in an agriculture related discipline and/or relevant experience A working knowledge of farming equipment. A valid driver's license is critical. A basic understanding of soybean breeding practices and/or other self-pollinated crops is desirable. Clear understanding of the practices and procedures that affect data precision and accuracy. Understand and use modern agronomic practices.

Critical knowledge: Experience in seed research and operation and day to day maintenance of related equipment.

Critical Skills: Ability to use MS Office, especially Word and Excel, and other standard software. Ability to use proprietary systems (SPIRIT) for label printing and inventory management. Ability and motivation to learn new technologies.

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE

Research Associate (914) - Kekcha, Hawaii

Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. 

And we are looking for top talent to join our team!

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology.  The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market.  Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion.  Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries.  Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). 

Research Associate (914) – Kekeha, HI

Role Purpose – 

Manage and execute conversion projects for the incorporation of traits into Syngenta germplasm.

Accountabilities – 

Execute assigned conversion projects independently including nursery writing, planting, sampling, harvesting, shelling, and shipping. o Maximum cycle time of 120 days from planting to the next planting o Projects may utilize different protocols and have different timelines • Work with 3rd party labor provider to ensure adequate staff are available for conversion project execution • Translate lab data from ELISA and taqman analyses into selection decisions in trials • Continuously assess agronomic and plant health conditions of trial material, and promptly report any issues requiring action • Assist in the physical and electronic management of seed inventory of assigned projects. • Provide timely updates on nursery trial progress • As needed, participate in station teams and initiatives • Understand and fully comply with Trait Stewardship policies and processes. • Understand Site Work Instructions and protocols pertaining to trait conversion function. • Encourage safety awareness and fully support station safety objectives. • Train seasonal staff assigned to project in skill sets required to successfully execute assigned projects.

Knowledge, experience & capabilities –

Critical knowledge:

B.S. degree in a scientific discipline or the equivalent of at least three years of experience in a related field.

Critical experience:

Experience in corn trait conversion activities, or in trait conversion programs of other crops. • Experience in working with regulated traits in field environments • Experience in continuous nursery.

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities:

Ability to use personal computer and standard office software. • Ability to develop an understanding of or an existing competency in the principles of corn breeding. • Ability to learn and develop proficiency with complex plant breeding software applications • Ability to work both in a team and as a self-directed individual. • Ability and motivation to learn new technologies and concepts. • Ability to provide day to day direction to employees as required. • May be required to obtain a pesticide operators license and commercial driver's license

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE

Research Associate - Kekcha, Hawaii

Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. 

And we are looking for top talent to join our team!

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology.  The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market.  Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion.  Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries.  Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). 

Research Associate – Kekeha, HI

Role Purpose – 

Manage and execute conversion projects for the incorporation of traits into Syngenta germplasm.

Accountabilities – 

Execute assigned conversion projects independently including nursery writing, planting, sampling, harvesting, shelling, and shipping. o Maximum cycle time of 120 days from planting to the next planting o Projects may utilize different protocols and have different timelines • Work with 3rd party labor provider to ensure adequate staff are available for conversion project execution • Translate lab data from ELISA and taqman analyses into selection decisions in trials • Continuously assess agronomic and plant health conditions of trial material, and promptly report any issues requiring action • Assist in the physical and electronic management of seed inventory of assigned projects. • Provide timely updates on nursery trial progress • As needed, participate in station teams and initiatives • Understand and fully comply with Trait Stewardship policies and processes. • Understand Site Work Instructions and protocols pertaining to trait conversion function. • Encourage safety awareness and fully support station safety objectives. • Train seasonal staff assigned to project in skill sets required to successfully execute assigned projects.

Knowledge, experience & capabilities –

Critical knowledge:

B.S. degree in a scientific discipline or the equivalent of at least three years of experience in a related field.

Critical experience:

Experience in corn trait conversion activities, or in trait conversion programs of other crops. • Experience in working with regulated traits in field environments • Experience in continuous nursery.

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities:

Ability to use personal computer and standard office software. • Ability to develop an understanding of or an existing competency in the principles of corn breeding. • Ability to learn and develop proficiency with complex plant breeding software applications • Ability to work both in a team and as a self-directed individual. • Ability and motivation to learn new technologies and concepts. • Ability to provide day to day direction to employees as required. • May be required to obtain a pesticide operators license and commercial driver's license

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE

Marketing Research Agronomist - Site Leader - Ames, IA

Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. 

And we are looking for top talent to join our team!

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology.  The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market.  Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion.  Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries.  Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). 

Marketing Research Agronomist- Site Leader – Ames, IA 

Role Purpose – 

To identify, design, prepare, plant, maintain, harvest, and analyze agronomic studies on corn and soybean varieties that support the brand campaign message. Types of studies include product characterization, product interaction, technology validation, technology efficacy, and general agronomy. Assist in presentation of educational handouts, reports, updates, and presentations on results of research studies and basic agronomy information for use by Syngenta Seeds personnel in sales calls, dealer training sessions, customer meetings, and influencer updates. Coordinate day-to-day research and farming activities and prioritize personnel workload and task assignments at all research sites in which the station is responsible for.

Accountabilities – 

Assist Agronomy Marketing Manager with determination of research topics and design studies. This involves identifying and prioritizing important study topics, determining seed and other agricultural product entry lists, designing studies, and making all necessary pre-planting preparations to conduct studies (obtaining technology testing agreements, obtaining seed treatment materials, determining common use rates/activities of other agricultural products and obtaining these products for inclusion in studies, creating plot plans and field maps, treating seed, and counting/packaging seed). • Coordinate field activities such as planting, plot maintenance, and harvest of research plots and bulk crop areas. This includes routine site/farm maintenance activities such as tillage, soil sampling, and fertilizer applications, planting plots and bulk areas, applying/implementing treatments, collecting observations and in-season data, and maintaining the plots throughout the growing season. Fall activities include harvest counts and actual plot harvest. • Manage field research/farming activities of Marketing Research Agronomy staff. Includes prioritizing tasks, assigning workloads, and coordination of treatment application and note taking activities of Marketing Research Agronomy staff and part-time workers. • Analyze data and prepare agronomic reports and presentations. Prioritize and conduct statistical analysis of yield and in-season data for each study, including combining data for multi-year and/or multi-site/multi-site-year analyses. Interpret analysis and develop initial presentation plan for discussion with Marketing Research Agronomy group. Write report/update/presentation (or multiples of the three) of group consensus study interpretation in a user friendly and technically sound format. • Present research and general agronomy information to Syngenta Seeds personnel, dealers, customers, prospects, and influencers. Examples of agronomy data presentation opportunities include Seed Advisor Training, Company Conferences, Winter Agronomy Meetings for customers and prospects, Crop Consultant Technical Updates, local dealer meetings, Field day event tours, and one-on-one contact with farmers. Marketing Research Agronomists present information through a number of formal and in-formal avenues and must be able to speak on a wide variety of agronomic and product issues with very short or no notice. • Equipment maintenance. Marketing Research Agronomy equipment must constantly be maintained and updated to insure maximum precision in all treatment applications. This area includes daily routine maintenance activities, seasonal equipment preparation, design and/or design and creation of new pieces of equipment to improve treatment effectiveness and/or general farm efficiency, and a continuing understanding of equipment needs and status. • Personal development. Attend appropriate professional society meetings, university updates, and training seminars, and read scientific literature to maintain a strong agronomic resource base. Attend Company sanctioned and/or outside source training seminars on personal development and communication skills as agreed upon with Argonomy Marketing Manager.

Knowledge, experience & capabilities –

Critical knowledge:

Ph.D. and/or MS in Agronomy / related field or BS in Agronomy with a minimum of 5 years experience with direct involvement in agrononomy research and data analysis. • Strong written and oral communication skills. • Good personnel and facility management skills.

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities:

Prioritizes actions and ensure appropriate support and resources. • Helps us see how our objectives are aligned to the company strategy and add value. • Skillfully plans, organizes and monitors performance to meet deadlines. • Coaches people to excel by giving clear, direct and skillful feedback.

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE