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POSITION:
R&D
Technician
Job location: Sidney,
Illinois
Job Summary
This
position is part of the
Mycogen organization, an affiliate of
Dow AgroSciences.
The Research Technician will assist in day to day operations
of the 2YD and Nutrition Enhanced corn breeding programs.
This position will provide technical assistance to the
breeders for the development of new inbreds and hybrids that
contribute to the commercial success of the company.
Work activities will include assisting in the supervision
and performance of seed packaging, planting, pollination and
harvest.
The Research Technician will work with breeders and Field
Biologists at the location in a team orientated environment
with training in cross functional areas.
Typical activities may include:
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Operate
and maintain field equipment. Load and transport field
equipment.
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Assist in
seed processing, planting, pollinating and harvesting
nursery material.
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Assist in
seed processing, planting and harvesting of yield trial
testing locations.
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Assist in
supervising temporary personnel for thinning, pollinating,
harvest, and seed handling.
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Be an
active member of the High Performance Work Team at the
station.
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Be
involved with safety program functions if needed.
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Travel to
outlying sites and winter nursery facilities as needed.
Qualifications:
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High
school diploma with 3 to 5 years experience in agricultural
research, or Associates degree in agriculture or related
field is required.
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Knowledge
and training in agronomic practices for the local area
including safe application of farm chemicals is essential.
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Effective
communication skills and good organizational skills are
critical.
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Familiarity with basic farm equipment operation and
maintenance is required.
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CDL and
Commercial Pesticide license or the ability to acquire is a
must.
You must apply online at
www.dowagro.com/careers
to be considered for this position.
Please apply for job number 0800867.
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