Field Associate II (JERSEYVILLE, IL)

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all, Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility.

The Field Associate II is a field-facing role responsible for contributing to an R&D Field Trial program in crops such as corn, soybean, wheat, cotton, canola, and biofuels.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with growers on leased land space
• Assist with acquiring and supervising local staffing during in-season activities
• Conduct in-season research activities such as phenotyping, study management, and data analytics review
• Partner with other Field Associates and cross-functional teams to improve data quality, standard operating procedures, and quality/compliance actions

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of the research program in alignment with Bayer's HSE, Quality, Compliance, and Stewardship requirements
• Collaborate with project team members to deliver detailed experimental protocols
• Use equipment like tractors, planters, and drones to collect and analyze data on various agronomic traits
• Self-motivate, problem-solve, and make decisions with respect to time, prioritization, and project management
• Build and leverage networks across diverse teams and functions
• Supervise and direct third-party labor or seasonal staff
• Communicate across teams and leaders

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to work with connected systems and data management
• Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative team-based environment
• Ability to learn and operate research agriculture equipment
• Valid driver's license
• DOT medical card or ability to obtain one
• Ability to obtain Pesticide Applicator's License and Drone Pilot's License (FAA part 107 Certification)

Physical Demands:

• Ability to safely lift 50lbs
• Work in conditions that require sitting, standing, walking for extended periods
• Ability to work in high and low temperatures in a field setting
• Capable of working long hours, primarily during the peak busy field season

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in agronomy, life sciences, engineering, computer science, or related field
• Experience in agricultural research, seed technology industry, or plant breeding
• Knowledge of basic statistical analysis and experimental design principles
• Mechanical and IT aptitude
• Experience with precision agriculture hardware and software

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary range: $61,680.00 - $92,520.00
• Compensation may include a bonus or commission
• Benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.