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Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.
We are seeking a Field-Testing Specialist to join our team. As a Field-Testing Specialist, you will be a key contributor for a variety of activities at the Carman Research Center. You will play a key role in supporting all projects at the research center through activities including experiment planning, data collection and analysis, and field operations including planting, pollinating and harvesting.
Responsibilities - What You’ll Do:
- Use technology, including drones, iPad, and modern software tools to conduct field research experiments.
- Follow specific protocols to collect, analyze and distribute large volumes of data.
- Collaborate with experiment managers to summarize results of experiments, note problem areas during data collection, and recommend actions.
- Effectively communicate with growers, coworkers, key customers, and management.
- Assist with research center projects and research seed production activities, including seed preparation for planting, pollinating, and combine/hand harvest. These are critical times for the success of the research program, so weekend work and overtime will be required at these times.
- Operate agricultural research equipment. This includes tractors, planters, sprayers, forklifts,
and research combines.
- Assist with weed management at our research locations, including spraying and fertilizing operations, ensuring optimal plant health and compliance with environmental regulations.
- May manage and direct the work of temporary and seasonal employees.
- Contribute to maintaining a protected and respectful work environment.
- Validate, operate and troubleshoot agricultural research equipment. This includes sprayers, tractors, planters, and combines.
- Uphold Vylor’s core values in all aspects of your work, serving as a role model for ethical and skilled behavior.
Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:
- Education: A University degree or diploma in agriculture or scientific field with 0-4 years. Experience in agronomy, Biology, Plant Breeding, or a scientific-related field
- Technologically Savvy : Competency with standard Microsoft Office programs and capacity to learn new technologies and software. Handling of large volumes of data will be required.
- Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to develop a working relationship with team members by exhibiting effective communication and personal interaction skills with a diverse group of people.
- Results Driven : Self-motivated and ability to initiate projects,
improvements, decisions, and problem solving. Detail-oriented, strong time management and organizational skills.
- Safety Oriented : Commitment to excellent safety and risk management practices
Physical Requirements:
- Will be required to do physical lifting and work outdoors and in varying ergonomic environments. Must be capable of lifting 25 kg.
- Willing and able to work a flexible schedule including shift work and overtime hours including weekend work required during seasonal peaks.
- Additional hours and weekends during seasonal peak periods, including some overnight stays.
- Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and ability to obtain CMV
- Ability to obtain Restricted Operator UAV license.
- Ability to obtain appropriate pesticide applicator license/certification.
*Please note there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance available.
Benefits – How We’ll Support You:
- Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
- Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
- Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
- Four weeks of paid time off, plus paid holidays
- Excellent parental leave which includes 16 weeks of supplementary top-up for both mothers and fathers.
- Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
- Learn more about our total rewards package here - Vylor Perks
- Check out life at Vylor https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/
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📌 Field Testing Specialist (Carman)
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