Field Agronomist II - Glyndon, MN

Overview

Field Agronomist II – Glyndon, MN. Work with research and commercial brand teams to develop short- and long-term testing programs for experimental and commercial products and hybrids. Monitor product development during the season, collect biological information and data from field plots, and present agronomic insights to research and commercial stakeholders. Provide product knowledge to support hybrid and product evaluation and make recommendations to guide new product and hybrid development.

Apply technical leadership and robust data in support of product registration and technical sales to deliver strong product outcomes and customer experiences.

The primary responsibilities of this role are to:

• Independently conduct and coordinate field studies, design trials in accordance with protocol and statistician recommendations, and efficiently collect, analyze, summarize, and interpret data to influence product positioning internally and externally.
• Identify and secure testing sites through internal and external networks, collaborating with academics, growers, contract research organizations (CROs), and other key influencers on crop protection field trials.
• Provide data on product efficacy and develop recommendations based on data interpretation to support product advancement, selection, and commercialization decisions within Bayer Crop Science.
• Collaborate with Agronomic Solutions Managers (ASMs) and Technical Product Leads (TPLs) to develop National Protocols as part of Protocol Delivery Teams (PDTs), and support Local Technical Teams (LTTs) in developing Regional Protocols using marketplace knowledge.
• Participate in Product Performance Inquiry processes, assist as needed (e.g., Crop Phytotoxicity, Weed Resistance Management), serve as a local Bayer contact for university research staff, and represent Field Solutions regional and national interests on assigned workstream teams.
• Provide commercial operations with technical sales support by presenting to grower and distributor groups, addressing product inquiries and complaints, delivering product education, and aligning product concepts with customer perspectives to identify gaps and opportunities.
• Learn and adhere to regulatory, stewardship, and safety requirements in field testing programs; coach stakeholders on stewardship expectations to ensure freedom to operate (FTO); collaborate with Functional Compliance Leads on Confined Field Trial audits.
• Initiate and manage external contracts; maintain land and warehouse agreements; forecast and order seed and crop protection products for field research programs; collaborate with Agronomic Research Managers in planting, spraying, maintaining, and harvesting field trials.
• Manage DOT compliance and trailer inspections; follow safety and regulatory guidelines to maintain company FTO; steward company resources; and plan, coordinate, and execute field research trials while hiring and training temporary personnel as needed.

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

• Valid driver’s license (Driving record will be reviewed and must meet guidelines based on the company’s Risk Screening for Hiring Drivers).
• Ability to obtain appropriate driver’s license for medium to heavy vehicle operation (>10,000 lbs. GCWR) without air brake designation and obtain licensing to meet region-specific justifications (US DOT/FMCSA or Transport Canada), including any required specialized licenses to enable hauling of trailers, product, supplies, or equipment safely.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree, OR a master’s degree with 5 years of experience, OR a PhD with 3 years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in agronomy, crop science, or related discipline.
• Good knowledge of key and secondary crops and pests, with a strong understanding of crop protection and how Bayer Crop Science products fit within the assigned territory.
• Working knowledge in at least three pest control disciplines.
• Strong communication and human relations skills; ability to create effective presentations and…