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POSITION:
Research
Associate, Plant Pathology
Location: Arroyo Grande,
California
At Seminis, a division of
Monsanto, we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best
individuals through our team-oriented culture that encourages
creativity, decision-making and entrepreneurial spirit. Seminis
is the largest developer, grower and marketer of fruit and
vegetable seeds in the world. We lead the development of hybrids
that improve nutrition, boost crop yields, limit spoilage and
reduce the need for chemicals. Research is at the heart of
Seminis and its future as we are committed to consistently
introducing innovative products for our customers. It's amazing
to consider that improving human health, promoting environmental
stewardship and fostering greater economic growth for the
agricultural community can all start with something as small as
a seed.
Monsanto has an open Research Associate position in
Plant Pathology for a self-motivated individual with proven
ability to achieve results in a cross functional or team
environment.
The
successful candidate is responsible for the planning,
coordination and execution of greenhouse and laboratory
plant pathology assays. This includes the management,
evaluation, data collection and destruction of diseased
plants and soil in accordance with Monsanto regulations and
state law.
Additional
Responsibilities:
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Troubleshoot assay protocols, collect and maintain inoculum.
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Assist
with the conversion of Plant Pathology testing selection of
resistant traits to Marker Assisted Selection.
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Develop
testing plans and schedule tests with breeding programs.
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Coordinate planting with Greenhouse and Field Managers based
on test requirements.
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Lead and
supervise a team of Lab Technicians and contract laborers.
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Implementation of site wide Employee Safety and Health
safety guidelines.
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Perform
other duties as assigned.
Required
Experience/Education/Attributes:
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BS in
Biology, Plant Science or a related discipline with at least
two years of experience in plant pathology or agricultural
field work.
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Years of
experience may be substituted with MS degree in Plant
Pathology.
Desired
Experience/Education/Attributes:
Please note
that only applications submitted through the Monsanto career web
site will be considered for this position.
To view a more complete and detailed job description of this
exciting position, please visit our website at
www.monsanto.com and to
apply online select req. #
mons-00009126.
We offer very competitive salaries and an extensive benefits
package.
Monsanto values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
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