R&D Scientist 1

At Syngenta our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers success. To support this mission Syngentas Crop Protection Team is seeking an R&D Scientist 1 in New York.

Accountabilities 

• Lead and manage field research trials focused on crop protection including insect weed disease seed treatment and biological solutions across a diverse range of crops.
• Design implement and oversee internal and external efficacy trials while ensuring high-quality data collection to support product development and label expansion.
• Analyze research results and provide technical recommendations that drive product advancement new applications and innovative agricultural solutions.
• Collaborate with universities extension partners contract research organizations and growers to deliver impactful research and strengthen industry partnerships.
• Provide technical expertise through training demonstrations and scientific documentation to support product positioning customer education and regulatory labeling initiatives.

Qualifications :

• M.S. degree in Weed Science Entomology Plant Pathology Nematology or a related Agricultural Science field required; Ph.D. preferred .
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with an M.S. or 3 years with a Ph.D. in agricultural research including applied field sciences.
• Proven experience conducting field efficacy trials evaluating insect weed disease control products biologicals biostimulants and related technologies.
• Strong knowledge of agronomy crop production systems and agricultural research methodologies .
• Hands-on experience operating or working with agricultural equipment including planting tillage and application equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data solve complex problems make sound decisions and develop innovative solutions that support business objectives.
• Strong communication organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities collaborate across teams and effectively present technical information.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 25% within the assigned territory with occasional travel outside the region. ( New York) 
• Must be able to work extended hours during peak field research seasons as needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel Word and PowerPoint.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship from Syngenta .

Additional Information :

What We Offer: 

• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 
• 401k plan with company match Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. 
• Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Maternity and Paternity Leave Education Assistance Wellness Programs Corporate Discounts among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a  top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our  team and our mission here:  is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. 

Salary Range: $88000 to $132000

WL: 4B

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time