Research Associate 2 - IPM
Company Name:
Yoh
Role Purpose/Accountabilities:
Syngenta is one of the world's leading companies with 27,000 employees in over 90 countries dedicated to one purpose: bringing plant potential to life. We contribute to addressing some of the planet's most critical issues such as the rising demand for food from a growing population.
Working for Syngenta offers you the opportunity to play a part in addressing one of the most urgent challenges facing global agriculture today where we need to feed 200,000 more people every day.
Come be part of our good growth plan: one planet, six commitments:
Make crops more efficient, rescue more farmland and help biodiversity flourish; empower smallholders, help people stay safe and look after each worker. Our work matters.
There has never been a better time to join Syngenta!
Role purpose :
- The Agronomy Research Associate will support the Agronomy
manager
with the agronomy IPM program; development of reports for the good neighbor program, record keeping, scouting and interpretation of scouting data to develop appropriate prescriptions, evaluation of the efficacy from current inputs and procedures, and assistance with applied field research to evaluate new products and practices.
Accountabilities: :
- Develop and implement appropriate reporting, documentation and recommended actions based on acquired information.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of current practices, audit pesticide records.
- Assist with the development and execution of applied field in the areas of Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
- Execute SOPs developed by Site Management Team. Aid in SOP implementation by IPM personnel. Assist with coordination and execution of agronomy group operations activities and SOP implementation.
- Regular updates and written progress reports, timelines and needs communicated as requested by managers.
- Inventory crop protection chemicals and maintain levels set by IPM lead.
Knowledge, Skills &
Experience: Knowledge, experience & capabilities /
Critical knowledge: :
- Good understanding of pest management practices.
- Knowledge of and ability to use
computer
hardware and software for data management and analysis. E.g., ArcInfo, Excel, Access.
- General understanding of field and machinery utilization.
- Knowledge of nursery management practices and requirements.
- Knowledge of seed crop research, production and quality assurance practices.
- Diagnoses and troubleshooting for pests, fertility, irrigation problems, etc.
Critical experience :
B.S. in agriculture or equivalent experience in tropical agricultural research preferred. Knowledge of farm operations and agronomy necessary. Ability to maintain/obtain a Commercial Applicator's License. The successful candidate will also demonstrate strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Strong computer skills are preferred. The ability to function effectively as a team member and to perform detailed work is necessary. The ideal candidate will also be flexible, adaptable and safety-oriented.
Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities :
- Ability to establish priorities and oversee multiple research activities simultaneously at peak work periods.
- Excellent leadership, team building and interpersonal skills, especially those required to successfully function as part of a cross-functional team.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, planning and problem solving skills.
- Ability to understand, communicate, supervise, and execute complex instructions.
- Capacity to innovate in a focused and product-oriented manner.
Critical leadership capabilities :
Set Direction-
- Sets ambitious strategic goals
- Communicates inspirationally
Create Edge-
- Steps beyond comfort zones
- Fosters culture of creativity and innovation
Drive Results-
- Focuses energy on must-wins
- Manages performance to high standard
Liberate Potential-
- Develop self and others
- Recognizes and celebrates success
Critical Success Factors & Key Challenges: Timely recordkeeping and documentation of information communicated to key stakeholders. Critical assessment of current cultural and pest management practices. Establishment of appropriate pest management thresholds. Identification of, and contribution to, practical agronomic and production research.
Additional Information:
- All applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE
Essential Functions:
- Frequent travel to seed research and production sites on Kauai.
- Periods of intense work at critical times during the crop cycle and growing season.
WORKING CONDITIONS WHILE PERFORMING
Essential Functions:
- Indoor - extensive work at a computer for long periods of time.
Outdoor - extensive field work and supervision of technical field staff.
To apply, click here: http://bit.ly/1g7pBvXEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Yoh
Role Purpose/Accountabilities:
Syngenta is one of the world's leading companies with 27,000 employees in over 90 countries dedicated to one purpose: bringing plant potential to life. We contribute to addressing some of the planet's most critical issues such as the rising demand for food from a growing population.
Working for Syngenta offers you the opportunity to play a part in addressing one of the most urgent challenges facing global agriculture today where we need to feed 200,000 more people every day.
Come be part of our good growth plan: one planet, six commitments:
Make crops more efficient, rescue more farmland and help biodiversity flourish; empower smallholders, help people stay safe and look after each worker. Our work matters.
There has never been a better time to join Syngenta!
Role purpose :
- The Agronomy Research Associate will support the Agronomy
manager
with the agronomy IPM program; development of reports for the good neighbor program, record keeping, scouting and interpretation of scouting data to develop appropriate prescriptions, evaluation of the efficacy from current inputs and procedures, and assistance with applied field research to evaluate new products and practices.
Accountabilities: :
- Develop and implement appropriate reporting, documentation and recommended actions based on acquired information.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of current practices, audit pesticide records.
- Assist with the development and execution of applied field in the areas of Integrated Pest Management (IPM).
- Execute SOPs developed by Site Management Team. Aid in SOP implementation by IPM personnel. Assist with coordination and execution of agronomy group operations activities and SOP implementation.
- Regular updates and written progress reports, timelines and needs communicated as requested by managers.
- Inventory crop protection chemicals and maintain levels set by IPM lead.
Knowledge, Skills &
Experience: Knowledge, experience & capabilities /
Critical knowledge: :
- Good understanding of pest management practices.
- Knowledge of and ability to use
computer
hardware and software for data management and analysis. E.g., ArcInfo, Excel, Access.
- General understanding of field and machinery utilization.
- Knowledge of nursery management practices and requirements.
- Knowledge of seed crop research, production and quality assurance practices.
- Diagnoses and troubleshooting for pests, fertility, irrigation problems, etc.
Critical experience :
B.S. in agriculture or equivalent experience in tropical agricultural research preferred. Knowledge of farm operations and agronomy necessary. Ability to maintain/obtain a Commercial Applicator's License. The successful candidate will also demonstrate strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Strong computer skills are preferred. The ability to function effectively as a team member and to perform detailed work is necessary. The ideal candidate will also be flexible, adaptable and safety-oriented.
Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities :
- Ability to establish priorities and oversee multiple research activities simultaneously at peak work periods.
- Excellent leadership, team building and interpersonal skills, especially those required to successfully function as part of a cross-functional team.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, planning and problem solving skills.
- Ability to understand, communicate, supervise, and execute complex instructions.
- Capacity to innovate in a focused and product-oriented manner.
Critical leadership capabilities :
Set Direction-
- Sets ambitious strategic goals
- Communicates inspirationally
Create Edge-
- Steps beyond comfort zones
- Fosters culture of creativity and innovation
Drive Results-
- Focuses energy on must-wins
- Manages performance to high standard
Liberate Potential-
- Develop self and others
- Recognizes and celebrates success
Critical Success Factors & Key Challenges: Timely recordkeeping and documentation of information communicated to key stakeholders. Critical assessment of current cultural and pest management practices. Establishment of appropriate pest management thresholds. Identification of, and contribution to, practical agronomic and production research.
Additional Information:
- All applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE
Essential Functions:
- Frequent travel to seed research and production sites on Kauai.
- Periods of intense work at critical times during the crop cycle and growing season.
WORKING CONDITIONS WHILE PERFORMING
Essential Functions:
- Indoor - extensive work at a computer for long periods of time.
Outdoor - extensive field work and supervision of technical field staff.
To apply, click here: http://bit.ly/1g7pBvXEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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