Agronomic Research Scientist: Crop Yield Innovator

Syngenta; Waterloo Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefit Package

401k with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Syngenta in Waterloo, NE seeks a seasoned agronomy researcher to support marketing and sales objectives by conducting comprehensive agronomic studies on corn and soybean varieties.

You will deliver value-added agronomic content that strengthens NK and Golden Harvest brand positioning as trusted advisors while collaborating with sales and agronomy teams across Eastern Commercial Units in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. and/or M.S. in Agronomy or related field preferred.
• B.S. in Agronomy with 5+ years of research experience acceptable.
• 5+ years in commercial or R&D agronomy with sales/commercial exposure.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Good personnel and facility management skills.
• In-depth understanding of statistical principles and data analysis.
• Knowledge of farming best practices, seed technologies, and crop protection.
• Ability to plan, organize, and monitor performance to meet deadlines.
• Ability to coach teams and align objectives with company strategy.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with sales and agronomy teams to identify regional needs and deliver targeted agronomic solutions.
• Lead the complete research lifecycle from study design to field mapping for corn and soybean variety trials.
• Oversee planting, plot maintenance, harvest operations, data collection, and supervision of part-time staff across multiple sites.
• Conduct statistical analyses of yield and agronomic data; prepare technical reports and presentations; present findings to internal teams and customers.
• Maintain research equipment and ensure precision through routine maintenance and seasonal preparation.

Skills

Communication skills

Statistical analysis

Project coordination

Coaching and feedback

Team leadership

Public speaking

Education

Ph.D./M.S. in Agronomy or related field

B.S. in Agronomy with 5+ years agronomy research experience

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Syngenta in Waterloo, NE seeks a seasoned agronomy researcher to support marketing and sales objectives by conducting comprehensive agronomic studies on corn and soybean varieties.

You will deliver value-added agronomic content that strengthens NK and Golden Harvest brand positioning as trusted advisors while collaborating with sales and agronomy teams across Eastern Commercial Units in a fast-paced environment.