Description
At Bayer, we're seeking a Field Associate II to contribute to our R&D Field Trial program in crops such as corn, soybean, wheat, cotton, canola, and biofuels. As a Field Associate II, you will be responsible for coordinating with growers on leased land space, assisting with acquiring and supervising local staffing during in-season activities, and conducting in-season research activities such as phenotyping, study management, and data analytics review.
The successful candidate will have a strong technical aptitude and ability to work with connected systems and data management. They will also possess demonstrated experience working in a collaborative team-based environment and be able to learn and operate research agriculture equipment, including precision agriculture technology.
In addition to the above responsibilities, the Field Associate II will:
- Ensure safe and efficient operation of the research program in alignment with Bayer's HSE, Quality, Compliance, and Stewardship requirements and Business Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards;
- Collaborate with project team members to deliver detailed experimental protocols that enable advancement decisions by our scientists and product placement decisions for our customers;
- Use equipment like tractors and specialized planters, modified commercial harvesters, commercial drones, and other technologies and digital tools to collect, analyze, and deliver data on various agronomic traits in a timely manner throughout the growing season;
- Leverage knowledge of internal operations to work with internal partners on cutting-edge innovation and proof-of-concept projects focused on improving tools and processes;
- Self-motivate, problem-solve, and make decisions with respect to time, prioritization, and project management;
- Build and leverage networks across diverse teams and functions, as well as establish and maintain partnerships in the local community, including but not limited to local leaders, influencers, and growers;
- Supervise and direct third-party labor or seasonal staff to achieve trial and business objectives;
- Communicate across teams and leaders, with the ability to be agile, open to change, and engaged in continuous learning;
- Partner with manager on a targeted business and personal development goal plan that aligns with Bayer's Dynamic Shared Ownership values, leverage opportunities, and empower the innovative and digitally advanced environment to grow in your career and impact the Crop Science business;
- Travel up to 15% of the time, particularly during peak seasons;
- Ability to work extended hours during peak seasons (including non-traditional day-time hours with the potential for overnight travel);
- This position requires the ability to drive a company vehicle. This may include driving greater than 5,000 business miles annually in a company-supplied (pool) vehicle or being expected to frequently drive a pool vehicle as part of your job duties – regardless of mileage;
- Position may require driving for the company that will fall under region-specific jurisdictions (US DOT/FMCSA) and may require a specialized license, enabling the hauling of trailers, products, supplies, or equipment in a safe manner.