Trait Assessment Scientist
19 hours ago
El Ejido
ph3Company Description /h3 pSyngenta Group, a global leader in agricultural technology and innovation, employs 60,000 people across more than 100 countries to transform agriculture through tailor‑made solutions for farmers, society, and our planet. Our diverse portfolio encompasses seeds, crop protection, nutrition products, agronomic solutions, and digital services, all designed to help farmers produce healthy food, feed, fiber, and fuel while conserving natural resources and protecting the environment. Our mission is to address critical challenges such as climate change and food security through sustainable practices and cutting‑edge solutions, while safeguarding the planet's resources. /p h3Job Description /h3 pAt Syngenta, we are committed to helping farmers grow healthier, more resilient crops through world‑class seeds, crop protection solutions, and scientific innovation. To support this mission, our Trait Assessment team is looking for a bTrait Assessment Scientist /b to join our site in bEl Ejido, Almería /b. /p pIn this role, you will contribute to the development and delivery of robust disease resistance evaluations for vegetable crops. You will design, validate, and improve phenotyping protocols, generate high quality data, and help translate plant pathology insights into decisions that support variety development and trait prioritization. /p pThis opportunity could suit either an experienced plant pathology professional or a recently completed PhD with strong expertise in bphytopathology in vegetable crops /b. /p h3What You Will Do /h3 h3Disease resistance evaluation and protocol development /h3 ul liDesign, develop, and validate phenotyping protocols to evaluate disease resistance across crop varieties. /li liOptimize screening methods to ensure reliable, reproducible, and scientifically robust assessments. /li liSupport the creation and improvement of standards, work instructions, and quality procedures for Trait Assessment activities. /li liContribute to the continuous improvement of disease evaluation platforms, scoring methods, and assessment tools. /li /ul h3Plant Pathology, Scouting, And Epidemiological Monitoring /h3 ul liMonitor crop diseases and pathogen dynamics in field, greenhouse, laboratory, or controlled‑environment conditions. /li liConduct disease scouting and assess disease severity using appropriate scales and methodologies. /li liProvide data‑driven insights to support trait prioritization and adapt evaluation protocols to emerging disease threats. /li liCollaborate with internal teams to understand current and future plant health challenges in vegetable crops. /li /ul h3Molecular, Digital, And Data‑driven Approaches /h3 ul liApply or support molecular diagnostic tools such as PCR, qPCR, sequencing, or related methods where relevant. /li liUse statistical and data analysis approaches to interpret phenotypic and pathology data. /li liContribute to the integration of digital phenotyping tools, disease scoring systems, and data visualization methods. /li liTranslate scientific findings into clear reports and recommendations for technical and business stakeholders. /li /ul h3Operational Coordination And Collaboration /h3 ul liPlan and coordinate experimental activities across multiple projects or trials. /li liWork closely with technicians, interns, seasonal workers, breeders, pathologists, and global Trait Assessment colleagues. /li liEnsure activities are carried out in line with biosafety, HSE, quality, and stewardship requirements. /li liSupport the maintenance and improvement of Trait Assessment equipment, facilities, and operational processes. /li /ul h3Innovation And Scientific Networking /h3 ul liIdentify opportunities to improve disease resistance screening methods and pathogen detection approaches. /li liStay connected to external scientific developments, academic research, and emerging technologies in plant pathology. /li liShare expertise across teams and contribute to a collaborative, learning‑oriented environment. /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 h3What you will bring /h3 h3Education And Experience /h3 ul liExperienced profile: Master’s or PhD in Plant Pathology, Phytopathology, Plant Science, Agronomy, Entomology, or a related discipline, with strong hands‑on experience in plant pathology, ideally in vegetable or horticultural crops. /li liRecent PhD profile: Recently completed PhD focused on phytopathology, plant–pathogen interactions, crop disease management, epidemiology, resistance screening, or disease resistance in vegetable crops. /li /ul h3You Should Also Have Experience With /h3 ul liDesigning, conducting, and interpreting pathology trials or experiments. /li liWorking with plant pathogens, crop diseases, disease resistance traits, or phenotyping platforms. /li liManaging several trials, experiments, or research activities in parallel. /li liProducing high‑quality data and communicating scientific findings clearly. /li /ul h3Technical knowledge /h3 h3Strong Knowledge Of /h3 ul liPlant pathology / phytopathology, preferably in vegetable crops. /li liDisease assessment, symptom scoring, inoculation methods, resistance screening, or trait evaluation. /li liExperimental design, data analysis, and interpretation of trial results. /li /ul h3Valuable Additional Experience Includes /h3 ul liMolecular biology techniques such as PCR, qPCR, sequencing, or pathogen diagnostics. /li liBioinformatics, statistical modelling, or data visualization. /li liDigital phenotyping tools or image‑based disease assessment. /li liPlant breeding, molecular markers, resistance traits, or variety development. /li liBiosafety protocols, regulated materials, or phytosanitary procedures. /li /ul h3Why join us /h3 pYou will join a global agricultural innovation company where science, technology, and field expertise come together to solve real crop challenges. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced phenotyping infrastructure, contribute to disease resistance innovation in vegetable crops, and collaborate with experts across breeding, pathology, data science, and trait assessment. /p h3What We Offer /h3 ul liWork‑life balance: we offer flexible working hours to support a healthy balance between personal and professional life. /li liRemote work: we have a remote work policy applicable when the nature of the role allows. /li liTrust: we believe that freedom, trust, and responsibility are the foundation for our teams to grow and reach their full potential. /li liCompetitive compensation: a comprehensive package including fixed salary, bonus, pension plan, life insurance, and a wide range of flexible benefits to choose from (Meal Vouchers, WellHub, among others). /li liProfessional development: opportunities for growth and career advancement. /li liContinuous learning: training programs with access to platforms such as Degreed, LinkedIn Learning, and language courses. /li /ul pSyngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
