Date of posting here January 15, 2010 Type of position Full Time Employer Syngenta Description of Employer As global demand for food and fuel continues to rise, we are dedicated to our purpose: Bringing plant potential to life. Syngenta is one of the world's leading companies with more than 24,000 employees in over 90 countries. We work in a collaborative and inspiring culture where personal contribution is rewarded and growth and development are at the heart of our culture. Through our world-class science, global reach and commitment to working with our customers, we help to increase crop productivity, protect the environment and improve health and quality of life. There’s never been a more important time to join Syngenta. Location Waterloo, NE Salary DOE Benefits Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance. Closing date of competition 02.15.2010 Date position available 01.15.2010 Description of duties Agronomy Marketing Technician - Waterloo, NE - 1567 Role Purpose - Assist Research Agronomists with research studies on corn and grain sorghum hybrids and soybean varieties. Types of studies include product characterization, product interaction, technology validation, technology efficacy, and general agronomy. Take lead role in supporting farm activities at home research site, including primary tillage, fertilization, seedbed preparation, irrigation, harvest, grain handling, and equipment maintenance. Transport Agronomy Research equipment to off-site research locations and assist with all plot activities involving that equipment. Maintain farm grounds and keep farm shed in good working order. Assist with strip test seed distribution, and packaging of research plot seed as needed. Accountabilities - Assist Research Agronomists with pre-planting study preparations, including but not limited to obtaining seed, creating plot plans and field maps, treating seed, and counting/packaging seed. Work with Research Agronomists to plant, maintain, and harvest research plots and bulk crop areas at home station and off-site plot locations. Take a leadership role in implementing routine farm activities such as tillage, soil sampling, fertilizer applications, irrigation, and grain handling activities during and after harvest at home station. Take lead role in transport of Research Agronomy equipment to off-site plot locations. Assist Research Agronomists with planting all plots and bulk areas, applying treatments, collecting in-season data or samples, taking harvest counts, and plot harvest. Help Research Agronomists and part-time summer crew maintain plots and buffer areas. Assist Research Agronomists with data analysis and preparation of agronomic reports and presentations. Assist Agronomy Marketing Manager by gathering supporting information and/or data for use in internal and external reports. Equipment/Farm maintenance. Research Agronomy equipment must constantly be maintained and updated to insure maximum precision in all treatment applications. This area includes lead responsibility in daily routine maintenance activities and seasonal equipment preparation. Work with Research Agronomists to design and/or design and build new pieces of equipment to improve treatment effectiveness and/or general farm efficiency. Farm maintenance area involves any activities related to land and building maintenance, including but not limited to keeping the equipment shed in good working condition, maintaining the farm grounds, mowing, and snow removal. Personal development. Attend Company sanctioned and/or outside source agronomic events and/or personal development and communication skills training seminars as agreed upon with Supervisor. Qualifications sought Critical knowledge: BS in Agronomy or related field. Knowledge of farming equipment, it’s operation and adjustment Clear understanding of the practices and procedures that affect trial data precision and accuracy. Ability to attain Class A CDL Knowledge of current agronomic practices used in corn and soybean production Critical experience: 1 - 3 years experience in agriculture. Experience in the operation, adjustment, maintenance of, and ability to do minor repairs on various plot equipment, including planter, tractor, cultivator, sprayer, combine, truck and trailer. Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities: Ability to obtain a CDL operators license and transport farm equipment to off-site research locations. Ability to effectively operate a forklift and a wide variety of farm equipment. Good personnel and facility management skills. Critical leadership capabilities: Integrity & Trust Drive for Results Action Oriented Planning & Organization Timely Decision Making Process Management Additional Information - All applicants must be eligible to work in the US. Must be willing to locate near an assigned Syngenta Research Station. Working Conditions / Physical Demands PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - This job involves working outside for a majority of the growing season and will require long hours during peak seasonal periods. Field work involves operating a wide range of farm equipment of multiple sizes. Growing season work can be physically demanding and requires ocassional lifting of up to 60 pounds. Travel of up to 30% of time is required during the growing season; minimal travel should be expected during the remainder of the year. WORKING CONDITIONS WHILE PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Working outside occasionally involves exposure to inclement weather conditions. Pesticide application a required element of work tasks and use of suitable protective clothing is required, regardless of weather conditions or personal comfort preferences. Contact for additional information june.layng@syngenta.com Application procedure   Submit what resume and online application Submit to june.layng@syngenta.com Additional Information EOE