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Research Associate – Kekaha, HI - 914

Location:	Kekaha, Kauai, Hawaii, USA
Job Type:	Permanent
Posted:	29th Oct 2008
Closing Date:	26th Nov 2008
Posted By:	Syngenta
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Research Associate – Kekaha, HI - 914 Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. And we are looking for top talent to join our team! Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology. The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market. Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion. Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries. Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). Research Associate – Kekaha, HI - 914 Role Purpose – Manage and execute conversion projects for the incorporation of traits into Syngenta germplasm. Accountabilities – Execute assigned conversion projects independently including nursery writing, planting, sampling, harvesting, shelling, and shipping. o Maximum cycle time of 120 days from planting to the next planting o Projects may utilize different protocols and have different timelines • Work with 3rd party labor provider to ensure adequate staff are available for conversion project execution • Translate lab data from ELISA and taqman analyses into selection decisions in trials • Continuously assess agronomic and plant health conditions of trial material, and promptly report any issues requiring action • Assist in the physical and electronic management of seed inventory of assigned projects. • Provide timely updates on nursery trial progress • As needed, participate in station teams and initiatives • Understand and fully comply with Trait Stewardship policies and processes. • Understand Site Work Instructions and protocols pertaining to trait conversion function. • Encourage safety awareness and fully support station safety objectives. • Train seasonal staff assigned to project in skill sets required to successfully execute assigned projects Knowledge, experience & capabilities – Critical knowledge: B.S. degree in a scientific discipline or the equivalent of at least three years of experience in a related field. Critical experience: Experience in corn trait conversion activities, or in trait conversion programs of other crops. • Experience in working with regulated traits in field environments • Experience in continuous nursery. Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities: Ability to use personal computer and standard office software. • Ability to develop an understanding of or an existing competency in the principles of corn breeding. • Ability to learn and develop proficiency with complex plant breeding software applications • Ability to work both in a team and as a self-directed individual. • Ability and motivation to learn new technologies and concepts. • Ability to provide day to day direction to employees as required. • May be required to obtain a pesticide operators license and commercial driver’s license. 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. Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at the Syngenta careers website. EOE

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