Syngenta Crop Protection, world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, is seeking an R&D Specialist for Vero Beach, Florida to own fungal inoculum production process from start to finish, manage diverse testing capabilities spanning lab to field with dedicated focus on soil-borne plant pathogenic fungi, and drive precision and scientific excellence in crop protection research.
Competitive Salary Package
Annual Salary: $64,000 – $85,000
Location: Vero Beach, Florida
Benefits Start: First Day of Employment
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- ✅ Full Medical, Dental & Vision (Starts Day 1)
- ✅ 401k Plan with Company Match
- ✅ Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
- ✅ Paid Vacation & Paid Holidays
- ✅ Maternity and Paternity Leave
- ✅ Education Assistance
- ✅ Wellness Programs
- ✅ Corporate Discounts
- ✅ Flexible Work Options
- ✅ Professional Development
Position Overview
Syngenta’s Product Biology Team is seeking an R&D Specialist in Vero Beach, Florida who will own the fungal inoculum production process from start to finish. You’ll manage diverse testing capabilities—spanning lab to field—with dedicated focus on soil-borne plant pathogenic fungi. This role supports Syngenta’s mission of building most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers’ success.
💡 Why This Role Matters: As R&D Specialist at Syngenta, you contribute to global food security through innovative crop protection research, lead fungal inoculum production supporting plant pathogen studies, work with cutting-edge mycology and biotechnology, advance sustainable agriculture solutions, and work for world leader in crop protection offering excellent salary, benefits, and career development.
Key Accountabilities
Fungal Inoculum Production Platform
- Drive VBRC fungal inoculum production platform overseeing entire lifecycle
- Manage mass production and quality control processes
- Coordinate logistics for inoculum distribution
- Proactively optimize laboratory methods for bulk production
- Manage strain inventory ensuring peak efficiency
Biological Efficacy Research
- Conduct high-impact biological efficacy assays focused on soil-borne diseases
- Execute testing across laboratory, greenhouse, and semi-field settings
- Execute comprehensive plant health assessments
- Conduct seed germination testing and detailed performance evaluations
Technical Support & Expertise
- Provide expert technical support to Seedcare bioteam
- Serve as go-to resource for fungal inoculum and soil-borne disease inquiries
- Support research teams with mycology expertise
Continuous Improvement & Leadership
- Champion continuous improvement by participating in task forces
- Utilize OPEX/CI tools to solve operational challenges
- Lead development of others by managing formal orientation and training
- Train general assistants and technicians
Qualifications
Educational Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. degree in Mycology, Biological Science, or Agriculture with microbiology lab methods experience
- OR AA/AS degree plus 5 years’ relevant experience
Experience & Skills
- Experience in microbiology-related field
- Biological trial design, setup, and data capture experience
- Experience standardizing and summarizing biological data
- Experience with mycology-related discipline
- Direct experience with soil-borne plant pathogens
Core Competencies
- Good planning, organizing, and problem-solving skills
- Good oral, written, communication, and digital skills
- Ability to quickly learn and apply new skills
- Scientific precision and attention to detail
About Syngenta Crop Protection
At Syngenta Crop Protection, we’re pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature’s toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact.
Mission: Revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest through collaborative and trustworthy agricultural innovation.
Culture: Celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development, and strives for work-life balance supporting team members with flexible work options.
Equal Opportunity: Syngenta does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any legally protected status.
Who Should Apply?
- Mycology Graduates: With B.S./M.S. seeking research career advancement
- Microbiology Specialists: With plant pathogen research experience
- Agricultural Scientists: Focused on soil-borne disease research
- R&D Professionals: With biological assay and trial design experience
- Laboratory Managers: Ready for specialized fungal inoculum production role
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