Dow AgroSciences LLC, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, is a top-tier agricultural company that combines the power of science and technology with the "Human Element" to constantly improve what is essential to human progress. Dow AgroSciences (DAS) provides innovative technologies for crop protection, pest and vegetation management, seeds, traits, and agricultural biotechnology to serve the world's growing population. Global sales for Dow AgroSciences, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company, are $4.5 billion.

Under the general supervision of the site field breeder and manager, the Station Operations Leader for Olivia, Minnesota, will be responsible for the implementation of the breeding and testing of corn in an efficient and safe manner. The Station Operations Leader will be the site team leader and have administrative leadership responsibilities for the staff including the responsibility to coach staff at the station to maximize performance, build a culture of safety, adhere to DAS compliance policies, and develop their careers. In addition the Station Operations Leader will apply field breeding methodologies; provide field plot design expertise, interpersonal skills, agronomic expertise, and field equipment experience. All actions will be conducted in a fair and safe manner.

Responsibilities will include:

• Work with site field breeders to develop and manage an annual station budget that supports research goals and objectives. Will be the implementation lead for all station budget activities.
• Be the site team leader and have administrative leadership responsibilities for the station staff responsible for the implementation of projects. Responsible for coaching of staff at the station to maximize performance, build a culture of safety, adhere to DAS compliance policies, and develop their careers.
• Ensure that DAS EH&S, DOT and station regulations and policies are enforced.
• Supervise and plan out duties for full time and part-time positions at the Olivia, Minnesota, site to implement the breeding and testing plan of work in the most efficient and safe manner.
• Collaborate with other research stations within DAS to exchange ideas, plots, data and other items to maximize performance of the team.
• Conduct various field research activities, including but not limited to: assist in coordinating breeding efforts in summer and winter nurseries, manage disease screening nurseries, marker assisted breeding nurseries, supervise the establishment of working relationships with grower cooperators, planting, note-taking, harvesting, data analysis, reporting, and sample shipping.
• Travel to outlying stations and winter nursery facilities as needed.
• Assist in data analysis and making selections in local breeding projects.
• Participate in sales and agronomy meetings and support as needed.
• Travel to outlying trial locations and other Research Stations and Laboratories as needed.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel so classified.

This position is located in Olivia, Minnesota, USA.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Crop Genetics, agronomy or a related field is required.
• Solid understanding of agronomy, statistics, field equipment and customers needs is essential.
• Previous experience with crop breeding program is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal effectiveness and personal leadership skills are required to successfully lead teams and people and understand the importance of developing the careers of direct reports.
• Ability to take initiative and work effectively on teams is critical.
• Must have enthusiasm and aptitude for learning and continuous improvement of critical research activities and have well developed computer skills.

How to apply:

Candidates must apply online at www.dowagro.com/careers (job number 1001661) to be considered.

Dow AgroSciences is an equal opportunity employer offering excellent career opportunities, as well as competitive compensation and benefits package.
We seek motivated individuals to join a growing team in Dow AgroSciences.