Field Testing Specialist (Plant Breeding)

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• Plan, set up, and execute research yield trials/phenotyping activities at assigned locations, including cooperator sourcing, site selection/mapping, seed preparation, planting, plot maintenance, data collection (including UAV/drone where applicable), and timely harvest. • Ensure experiments are delivered efficiently and accurately within seasonal deadlines, prioritizing tasks, improving workflows, and maintaining high data quality and integrity. • Operate, maintain, and calibrate research field equipment and tools (e.g., tractors, planters, sprayers, tillage implements, combines/harvesters, seed processing equipment, and data collection tools) with strong attention to detail and safety. • Apply sound agronomic practices, identify abiotic/biotic stresses and pests, and support corrective actions, including pesticide application where trained/authorized. • Collect, organize, upload, and quality-check large volumes of data and images according to protocols; support basic analyses and summarize results with experiment managers, highlighting data-quality risks and recommendations. • Ensure regulatory compliance and Research Management System implementation for relevant trials/materials. • Support field tours/visits and communicate effectively with farmers, coworkers, customers, and management. • Contribute to a safe, respectful, and continuously improving work environment; participate in site safety programs and complete development goals. • As needed, supervise and direct the work of temporary/seasonal employees and provide support to other research projects. • Master’s degree in Agriculture (or related scientific field). Equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience considered. • Strong background in agronomy; knowledge of field trial execution, phenotyping, and good agronomy practices. • Experience operating and maintaining agricultural/research equipment; technical and mechanical aptitude (experience with UAV/drone applications is beneficial). • Data collection and data-quality mindset, including adherence to protocols and proficiency with common office software (spreadsheets, email, calendar, presentations). • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders and to prioritize multiple tasks under time pressure. • Safety-oriented and committed to regulatory compliance; experience with regulated trials/material is beneficial.