Lead Agronomic Research Scientist – Corn & Soybean Trials

Syngenta

Blair (NE)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Full benefits from day one

401k with company match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Syngenta, a global Ag Tech leader, seeks a seasoned agronomy researcher in Waterloo, NE, to conduct comprehensive studies on corn and soybean varieties. You will deliver value-added agronomic content to strengthen NK and Golden Harvest brand positioning as trusted advisors in the marketplace.

You will lead study design, field operations, data analysis, and reporting while collaborating with sales and agronomy teams across multiple sites.

Qualifications

Ph.D. and/or M.S. in Agronomy or a related field strongly preferred.
Candidates without postgraduate training, but holding a B.S. in Agronomy with five or more years of experience conducting agronomy research trials and statistical data analysis, will be considered.
5+ years of experience in a commercial or R&D agronomy role, with a strong technical background and understanding of sales/commercial aspects.
Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to deliver key messages clearly and concisely.
Good personnel and facility management skills.
In-depth understanding of statistical principles and data analysis.
Knowledge of farming best practices, seed technologies, crop protection.
Ability to skillfully plan, organize, and monitor performance to meet deadlines.
Ability to coach people to excel by giving clear, direct, and skillful feedback.
Ability to help teams understand how objectives are aligned with company strategy and how they add value.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain collaborative relationships with sales and agronomy teams across Eastern Commercial Units to identify regional needs and deliver targeted agronomic solutions.
Lead the complete research lifecycle, from study design and prioritization through pre-planting preparations, including technology agreements, seed treatment, plot planning, and field mapping for corn and soybean variety trials.
Oversee all field activities, including planting, plot maintenance, harvest operations, treatment applications, data collection, and supervision of part-time research personnel across multiple research sites.
Conduct statistical analysis of yield and agronomic data; prepare technical reports and presentations; and confidently present research findings to internal teams, dealers, customers, and industry influencers.
Maintain research equipment precision and efficiency through routine maintenance, seasonal preparation, and innovative equipment design to support accurate treatment applications and data collection.