Syngenta Group: Research Associate 3 — Fargo, North Dakota, United States

About Syngenta Group

Syngenta Group works in agricultural technology and crop-related innovation. Its employer descriptions connect scientific development and crop solutions with helping farmers use resources effectively and improve how crops are grown. Material from its vegetables-and-flowers business also identifies seed breeding for different climates and horticultural needs. Across these activities, the stated business purpose links agricultural production with resource use and environmental concerns, bringing scientific and technological work to practical farming and growing conditions.

The position and its setting

Syngenta Group lists Research Associate 3 in Fargo, North Dakota, United States, under reference 18076797. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Department: Development
• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 22 October 2026
• Brands: Syngenta Seeds

Responsibilities and work described

• This role will provide the highest quality field trial data through timely and accurate note collection and sound trial execution
• This includes supporting local trialing efforts to create superior products, as well as assisting the Trialing Manager’s targeted goals by continuously innovating and driving optimal field trial management
• Functioning as an integral member of a team responsible for a full range of seasonal routine tasks including but not limited to planning, actively communicating, packaging, planting, note taking, and harvesting yield trials
• Operation and in-field maintenance of agricultural machinery and/or agricultural research equipment
• Support: efforts to maintain integrity of seed packaging, field layout, planting, data collection, and harvesting
• Execution: all tasks and behaving in a manner compliant with and in support of all safety and stewardship-related company policies and practices, including completing all required company training courses
• Supervising operational teams that include third-party contract labor and Syngenta full-time staff on and off site to achieve data-driven results and resolves minor problems or complaints
• Planting, phenotyping, pollinating, harvest
• Effectively communicating regularly with peers and supervisors regarding the status of projects and work activities

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Experience: precision agriculture equipment and software systems
• Clear understanding of the practices and procedures that impact trial data precision and accuracy
• Understanding and demonstrated use of modern agronomic practices
• Proficiently communicate and work well as part of a team
• Remote Pilot Licences or ability to acquire
• CDL Class A with Airbrakes or ability to acquire
• Pesticide Applicators License Holder or ability to acquire
• Use MS Office, Smartsheets and other standard office software
• Use and support proprietary IT systems for data collection/analysis, tracking agronomic practices, and metric and KPI tracking
• Familiarity: seed technology industry and plant breeding methodologies
• Knowledge: best practices in agronomic management
• Knowledge: or experience with Almaco or precision planting equipment
• Knowledge: or experience operating commercial or research combines

Education and qualification routes

• Degree / qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in an agriculture-related discipline and/or relevant experience preferred

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• A basic understanding of plant genetics and breeding is desirable

Location, schedule and contract conditions

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• Work arrangement: Remote
• Advertised location: Fargo, North Dakota, United States

Benefits mentioned by the employer

• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members
• Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits
• Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal
• Learn more about our team and our mission here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI
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Pay and application dates

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How to apply to Syngenta Group

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Open the official Syngenta Group posting below and match the title and reference 18076797.

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Practical preparation: maintenance

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Relevant skills

• MS Office
• maintenance
• training
• agriculture
• agronomy