Hiring: Research Scientist Company: Syngenta Location: Durham, NC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 18:15:55 About the job Required Skills: •Recognize greenhouse problems early and collaborate with others to find solutions •Work within a team to implement agreed upon insect bioassay protocols •Data focused enabling efficient and accurate data collection, management, analyzation, and reporting •Perform routine activities including planting, watering, tissue sampling, pollination, harvesting, seed processing •Scout and apply pesticides and biologicals to control diseases and pests •Clear communication of work and results with supervisor and team •Must be able to work on a rotational basis as a weekend team member Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Plant Science, Entomology, Agronomy, Biology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline. •Knowledge of plant biology, insect-plant interactions, and biotechnology research methodologies. •Strong data collection, analysis, and documentation skills with a high level of attention to detail. •Demonstrated capacity to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary scientific teams and communicate research findings clearly. •Commitment to working safely and adhering to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. •Familiar with the environmental control and automation system such as Argus. •Knowledge of insectary operations, insect rearing, or insect resistance management programs. •Proficiency with experimental design, statistical analysis, and data visualization tools. •Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced research environment. Compensation: •Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!