Agronomist

About the role

We are looking for an Agronomist to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Memphis, TN. This position is responsible for the execution of field trialing protocols that support various Breeding and Trait Development programs. Located in Memphis, TN this role is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and evaluating field trials for the purpose of delivering high quality data, in support of product advancement. This role will mainly be focused on soybean and cotton trait efficacy, chemistry, and yield trialing within the Midsouth region. In addition, this team member will ensure high standards of compliance are upheld through collaborations with regulatory, stewardship, quality, and safety teams within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Executing field trial protocols to support Breeding and Trait Development programmes.
• Establishing, maintaining, and evaluating soybean and cotton field trials to generate high-quality data for product advancement.
• Conducting trait efficacy, chemistry, and yield trialing activities across the Midsouth region.
• Collecting and analysing field performance data to support research and development objectives.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of field trial programmes.
• Upholding regulatory, stewardship, quality, and safety standards across all trialing activities.
• Supporting the advancement of crop innovation through accurate data generation and effective trial management.

Requirements

Hold a Master’s degree in Biological Sciences, Agronomy, Plant Pathology, Weed Science, or a related field; a Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of relevant experience; or a High School Diploma/GED plus 6 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating and conducting small-plot research trials.
• Previous experience with cotton or soybean, preferred.
• Proficient in operating agricultural research equipment and data collection tools such as: tractors, planters, sprayers, drones (UAS), and/or combine harvesters.
• Experience using trial management and data collection software.
• Demonstrate knowledge of regulated and stewarded crop trial management.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively, including supervising contract employees when needed.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions and flexible hours, including weekends during peak field seasons.
• Hold a Pesticide Applicator License and FAA Part 107 certification, or have the ability to obtain them.
• Able to travel up to 15%, could be concentrated at different times during the year.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!