13 Aug
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Syngenta Group
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Ontario
13 Aug
Syngenta Group
Ontario
Compensation: CAD 99000 - CAD 131000 - yearly
Company Description Syngenta Canada is a leader in agricultural innovation, supporting growers and customers across the country. Our 320-person team is deeply connected to Canadian agriculture, and with 84% of employees working remotely, we stay close to the communities we serve from coast to coast.
Job Description Please note: this role can be supported remotely from within the Southern Ontario area. Optimal support areas are in the Kingsville and Leamington areas. The role will support a region that includes Canada, Mexico, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.
At Syngenta, we are working to build the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture that provides leading seeds and crop protection innovations to enhance the prosperity of farmers. To support this challenge, Syngenta is currently seeking an Agronomist AGH Solanaceae in the Leamington, Ontario area.
This role will support the Global Technical Expert in developing and executing trials for protected cultivation varieties, focusing on data collection, analysis and supporting variety advancement decisions to accelerate commercial success through extrapolation of crop management insights for growers.
Accountabilities: Trial Management Support planning and execution of PLC6 trials in glasshouse conditions
Implement trial protocols according to established procedures
Assess trials and collect trial data
Monitor crop development and document growth stages
Ensure proper trial maintenance and crop management
Process and analyze trial data
Prepare technical reports and presentations
Document variety performance characteristics
Technical Support Assist in developing crop-specific management protocols
Document best practices for variety cultivation
Support variety positioning recommendations
Identify critical success factors for variety performance
Stakeholders Management Work closely with customers, senior technical experts, breeders and BTS
Coordinate with breeding and commercial teams
Support grower demonstrations and field days
Qualifications Required Qualifications:
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Horticulture, Plant Science, or related field
Experience in protected cultivation
Knowledge of greenhouse production systems
Understanding of plant physiology and crop management
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with hydroponic systems
Knowledge of climate control systems
Familiarity with crop management technologies
Understanding of plant breeding concept
Experience with data collection
Additional Information We offer a competitive basesalaryand annual incentive bonus potential combined with challenging and meaningful work, learning and career development opportunities anda excellent teamenvironment.
A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion,
promotes personal and professionaldevelopmentand offers flexible work options to meet both your work and personal needs.
Comprehensive Benefit offering, Pension and Group Retirement program with company match, and Profit Sharing.
Focus on Wellness and innovative programs that support overall health and wellbeing such as annual Lifestyle Account and free Headspace App.
Progressive Employee Policies and Programs including a Flexible Work Location approach, and a vacation policy that provides up to 30 days’ vacation for all employees.
The annual basesalaryfor this position is CAD 99,000- 131,000. Thisrangereflects market rates and isultimately determinedby several factors including the candidate’s skill, experience, and relevant education.
At Syngenta Canada, we put people first. Our culture is built on flexibility, trust, and wellbeing so you can do your best work and feel supported along the way. We offer flexible work options, summer hours, 6 weeks of vacation, and wellness tools designed to support you and your family.We’recommitted to ED&I; and creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and able to thrive.We’realso proud of our representation in Canada, with a 50/50 male/female employee split, 47% female people leaders, and 50%female representation on our Executive Leadership Team. Syngenta Canada is recognized as a 2026 Alberta’s Top Employer, a 2026 Excellence Awardee for Diversity & Inclusion, and Canadian HR Team of the Year.
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📌 Agronomist Active Greenhouse Solanaceae (Ontario)
🏢 Syngenta Group
📍 Ontario