Product Placement Scientist

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🔥 1 minute ago

🇬🇧 United Kingdom – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟢 Junior

🟡 Mid-level

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Syngenta Group

10,000+ employees

🌾 Agriculture

🧬 Biotechnology

Agriculture • Biotechnology • Health care

Syngenta Group is a world leader in agricultural technology and innovation, striving to transform agriculture through tailor-made solutions that benefit farmers, society, and the planet. With a presence in over 100 countries and a workforce of 60,000 people, the company specializes in crop protection, seeds, and sustainable agricultural practices, aiming to enhance productivity and sustainability in agriculture.

📋 Description

• Lead and manage research trials across a diverse portfolio of vegetable crops • Collaborate with growers to drive off-station trials • Implement trial designs, collect high-quality data, and analyze results • Select and optimize trial locations based on target markets, customer segments, trialing best practices, and environmental factors • Prepare and negotiate trial contracts with growers • Coordinate with team members to ensure accurate trial design and execution • Manage, analyze, and visualize trial data • Present trials and new product candidates for PLC5-to-PLC6 advancement during Product Advancement Tours • Use trialing data to develop product knowledge and recommendations for product advancement and variety placement • Prepare and present trial network quality, PLC5-to-PLC6 promotions, and variety descriptions/placements during product meetings • Build relationships with seed dealers, growers, and processors • Secure strategic trial locations and manage grower contracts • Develop knowledge of regional markets, crop performance, and customer requirements to support variety placement and provide strategic insights

🎯 Requirements

• PhD degree or MSc degree in Crop Science, Agronomy, Plant Breeding, Horticulture, Plant Genetics or related field • 2–3 years of experience • Fluency in English and local language • Strong written and verbal communication abilities • Experience in plant variety trialing, field trial design, statistical analysis, and interpretation of phenotype and environmental data • Practical knowledge of plant breeding and seed business • Knowledge of crop management and agronomy/horticulture practices across vegetable crops • Experience working with growers and stakeholders in vegetable production • Understanding of market demands and crop specifications • Excellent analytical and communication skills • Ability to synthesize complex data into clear recommendations • Valid driver’s license • Willingness to travel primarily within the country or region, at least 40–50% during peak season • Ability to accommodate unscheduled work and flexible work hours based on business needs or weather conditions • Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons, including non-traditional daytime hours and potential overnight travel

🏖️ Benefits

• Professional growth opportunities • Work-life balance prioritized • Comprehensive health and wellness coverage tailored to location • Generous annual leave entitlement • Learning and development opportunities • Wellness programs • Employee assistance programs • Additional benefits in accordance with local practices

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