Field Phenotyping Scientist

Vylor; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Well-being pay

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Vylor, based in Lubbock, TX, is seeking a Phenotyping Specialist to support corn, sorghum, and cotton field programs. You will handle phenotyping, data validation, and cross-team communication to ensure timely, high-quality results.

Responsibilities include field operations, safety leadership, and data management using Corteva systems. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor’s degree, strong computer skills, and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Plant Science, or related field.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and database systems).
• Ability to independently solve problems by asking the right questions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Self-motivated with a "get-it-done" mindset.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and travel overnight seasonally.

Responsibilities

• Phenotyping & Data Quality: Support next-generation phenotyping efforts and ensure data integrity.
• Field Operations & Seed Production: Conduct planting, scouting, phenotyping, threshing, ginning, and harvest.
• Safety Leadership & Program Support: Support site safety programs and promote safe work behaviors.
• Team Support & Leadership: Organize and supervise part-time and seasonal staff.
• Field Monitoring & Reporting: Monitor trials and seed locations, report field conditions.
• Data Management: Use Corteva systems to manage large data volumes and maintain records.

Skills

Problem solving

Data quality

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Field operations

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy/Plant Science

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

DBMS

Job description

Vylor, based in Lubbock, TX, is seeking a Phenotyping Specialist to support corn, sorghum, and cotton field programs. You will handle phenotyping, data validation, and cross-team communication to ensure timely, high-quality results.

Responsibilities include field operations, safety leadership, and data management using Corteva systems. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor’s degree, strong computer skills, and willingness to travel.