Technical Agronomist

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Technical Research Agronomist

Entry to Mid-Level | Remote North America

The Technical Research Agronomist will manage a portfolio of commercial trials in the US and Canada, collaborating closely across multiple business units to support product development and innovation.

This role requires translating complex agricultural research into effective technical messaging and communicating trial results clearly to internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment and strategic decision-making.

We seek individuals who can leverage their unique strengths and passions to maximize their contribution to team and business results, while continuously seeking opportunities for growth and improvement.

A successful candidate will work collaboratively across capabilities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Excellent communication skills, especially the ability to develop technical content for diverse audiences, will be a key to success.

What You Will Do



* Plan, coordinate, and manage a diverse portfolio of commercial agronomic trials to evaluate product performance and agronomic practices.


* Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, marketing, sales, and production teams to ensure field trial portfolio directly supports commercial business strategies.


* Develop clear, accurate, and impactful technical messaging based on trial data to support product positioning and marketing materials.


* Present and communicate trial findings to internal stakeholders, including leadership, technical teams, and salesforce, to facilitate informed decisions.


* Develop and foster a robust knowledge community among academic and private research providers.


* Monitor industry trends and scientific advancements to inform trial design and agronomic recommendations.


* Increase peer-reviewed publication presence for the product portfolio.


* Ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards throughout trial execution and reporting.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* MS or PhD degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Science, or related field.


* Experience managing commercial agricultural trials or agronomic research programs.


* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and develop actionable insights.


* Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and statistics software, such as R, JMP, or SAS


* Ability to travel as needed to trial sites and business meetings, including some international travel

What Will Put You Ahead



* Contribution-motivated with a passion for agricultural innovation.


* Experience with AI data tools and GIS software, such as Arc-GIS or Q

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

For this role, we anticipate paying $90,000 - $130,000 per year.

This role is eligible for performance-based variable compensation.

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