Field Station Development Representative; FSDR

Overview

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agricultural sciences whose purpose is Innovation for Agriculture and Solutions for the Planet. We are seeking a Field Station Development Representative (FSDR) to manage rigorous, multi‑seasonal field‑testing programs at our California Technology & Research Center (CTRC) in Madera, CA. This role is key to advancing crop‑protection research for permanent and specialty crops.

• Design, manage, and execute multi-seasonal field research trials on a 60-acre research farm, covering permanent crops, specialty crops, vegetables, row and field crops.
• Plan trial layouts, oversee planting, treatment applications, agronomic practices, and harvest evaluations.
• Collect, enter, and analyze data using specialized agricultural software (e.g., ARM, JMP Pro, SAS, R).
• Summarize and present research results to internal R&D, regulatory, and commercial teams.
• Collaborate with North America Product Development and Commercial teams to conduct demonstrations and host field tours.
• Maintain field‑station facilities, labs, offices, equipment, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety standards.
• Represent FMC at industry events such as trade shows, summits, university events, and conferences.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, including carrying a 50‑lb backpack sprayer over uneven ground and working in varied outdoor conditions.

• Master’s degree in Entomology, Plant Physiology, Plant Science, Weed Science, Agronomy, or a related agricultural or biological science field.
• At least 2 years of experience in agricultural product research, discovery, development, or commercialization.
• At least 2 years of experience in each of the following areas:
  • Mastery of agronomic systems, pest and disease diagnostics, regulatory frameworks, advanced data analytics, and team leadership.
  • Farming operations, including spraying and harvesting.
  • Calibration and operation of tillage, spraying, seeding and harvesting equipment with PPE and WPS practices.
  • Designing field research protocols, executing field plot techniques, conducting statistically sound trials, and statistically analyzing data.
  • Crop protection disciplines such as insect, weed or disease management.
  • Rearing and conducting pathogen or pest inoculations to ensure uniform pest pressure in trials.
  • Use of agricultural data systems including ARM, JMP Pro, SAS, R, and GEA‑R.
  • Technical or scientific writing and oral communication for submission and presentation to R&D, Regulatory, and Commercial stakeholders.
  • EHS protocols related to agricultural equipment handling and chemical use.
  • Supervising, training, and evaluating full-time and seasonal employees.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Work Location:

13130 Road 19, Madera, California 93637

Hours:

Monday‑Friday, 40 hours per week
Salary: $ to $ per year

FMC is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Employment decisions at FMC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.