Field Trials Scientist — Vegetable Crops

Syngenta Seeds; Aliquippa (Beaver County); On-site; USD 104,800 - 157,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Syngenta Seeds in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a Product Placement Scientist to lead field trials and translate results into actionable recommendations for growers and markets. You will partner with Breeders, Marketing, and Commercial teams, design on- and off-station trials, and ensure data quality across the PLC transition.

The role requires an advanced degree (PhD or MSc) in Crop Science or related field with 2–3+ years of experience, strong analytical skills, and willingness to travel 40–50%

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PhD or MSc) in Crop Science, Agronomy, Plant Breeding, Horticulture, Plant Genetics, or related field with 2–3+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven expertise in plant variety trialing, field trial design, statistical analysis, and interpretation of phenotype and environmental data.
• Strong knowledge of plant breeding, seed industry practices, and agronomy/horticulture across vegetable crops.
• Experience collaborating with growers and stakeholders to translate trial results into market needs.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to distill data into clear recommendations.
• Demonstrated leadership through influence and collaboration across broad cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel 40–50% during peak seasons and comply with safety and stewardship standards.
• Valid driver's license with a clear driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, execution, and analysis of on- and off-station trials across assigned vegetable crops.
• Ensure high-quality trial data to guide data-driven product advancement.
• Partner with breeders, marketers, and commercial teams to translate trial results into recommendations for growers and markets.
• Select and optimize trial locations reflecting customer needs and best practices.
• Build and maintain relationships with growers, seed dealers, and processors for strategic trial locations.
• Manage trial contracts and ensure accurate data entry, analysis, and visualization.
• Present trial results and regional insights during Product Advancement Tours and product meetings.
• Provide market and customer insights to support strategic decisions across R&D and commercial teams.
• Champion safety, biosafety, and compliance in all research activities.

Skills

Plant trialing

Field trial design

Statistical analysis

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Communication

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Education

PhD or MSc in Crop Science

Job description

Syngenta Seeds in Philadelphia, PA, seeks a Product Placement Scientist to lead field trials and translate results into actionable recommendations for growers and markets. You will partner with Breeders, Marketing, and Commercial teams, design on- and off-station trials, and ensure data quality across the PLC transition.

The role requires an advanced degree (PhD or MSc) in Crop Science or related field with 2–3+ years of experience, strong analytical skills, and willingness to travel 40–50%