POSITION:
Assistant
Scientist/Research Associate (Testing)
Ball Horticultural Company
excels in the breeding, research, production and distribution of
seed and vegetative plant products. Since 1905, the family-owned
Ball corporation has consistently and proudly supplied
professional growers with the best products on the market,
backed by exceptional service. Innovation is the heart of our
business. We apply advanced research to create new and unique
floricultural varieties for the commercial marketplace, we
develop ideas for marketing those products, and we launch new
businesses and value-added services which benefit every level of
the distribution chain.
To further our research
objectives, we have an immediate opening for a talented
Assistant Scientist/Research Associate who will be
responsible for developing seedling vigor test and treatments
aimed at expanding the environmental conditions under which
seedlings will thrive.
The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Biology,
Chemistry, Seed Technology, Horticulture or related Plant
Science field. Three (3) years’ related professional research
experience is highly desirable; this candidate should possess
the ability to acquire technical proficiency in the use of plant
growth regulators; practical knowledge and experience with
floriculture crops coupled with attention to detail, patience
and diligence; proven effective written and interpersonal
communication skills, as well as demonstrated commitment to
customer service, teamwork and quality; ability to manage
priorities and perform related tasks in a time-sensitive
environment; intermediate-level proficiency with Excel, Access,
Word and Outlook are required.
Interested candidates should submit their resume with salary
requirements to:
Ball Horticultural Company
622 Town Road
West Chicago, IL 60185
Fax: 630.231.3592
Eemail:
slaubenthal@ballhort.com or
careers@ballhort.com.
We offer a competitive
compensation and benefit package and an environment where
innovation is key.
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