Agronomist Active Greenhouse Solanaceae

Company Description

Syngenta Canada is a leader in agricultural innovation, supporting growers and customers across the country. Our 320-person team is deeply connected to Canadian agriculture, and with 84% of employees working remotely, we stay close to the communities we serve from coast to coast. 

Job Description

Please note: this role can be supported remotely from within the Southern Ontario area. Optimal support areas are in the Kingsville and Leamington areas. The role will support a region that includes Canada, Mexico, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.

At Syngenta, we are working to build the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture that provides leading seeds and crop protection innovations to enhance the prosperity of farmers. To support this challenge, Syngenta is currently seeking an Agronomist AGH Solanaceae in the Leamington, Ontario area.

This role will support the Global Technical Expert in developing and executing trials for protected cultivation varieties, focusing on data collection, analysis and supporting variety advancement decisions to accelerate commercial success through extrapolation of crop management insights for growers.

Accountabilities:

Trial Management   

• Support planning and execution of PLC6 trials in glasshouse conditions
• Implement trial protocols according to established procedures
• Assess trials and collect trial data
• Monitor crop development and document growth stages
• Ensure proper trial maintenance and crop management
• Process and analyze trial data
• Prepare technical reports and presentations
• Document variety performance characteristics

Technical Support

• Assist in developing crop-specific management protocols
• Document best practices for variety cultivation
• Support variety positioning recommendations
• Identify critical success factors for variety performance

Stakeholders Management

• Work closely with customers, senior technical experts, breeders and BTS
• Coordinate with breeding and commercial teams
• Support grower demonstrations and field days

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preferably in Horticulture, Plant Science, or related field
• Experience in protected cultivation
• Knowledge of greenhouse production systems
• Understanding of plant physiology and crop management

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with hydroponic systems
• Knowledge of climate control systems
• Familiarity with crop management technologies
• Understanding of plant breeding concept
• Experience with data collection

Additional Information

We offer a competitive base salary and annual incentive bonus potential combined with challenging and meaningful work, learning and career development opportunities and a great team environment. 

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes personal and professional development and offers flexible work options to meet both your work and personal needs. 
• Comprehensive Benefit offering, Pension and Group Retirement program with company match, and Profit Sharing. 
• Focus on Wellness and innovative programs that support overall health and wellbeing such as annual Lifestyle Account and free Headspace App. 
• Progressive Employee Policies and Programs including a Flexible Work Location approach, and a vacation policy that provides up to 30 days’ vacation for all employees. 

The annual base salary for this position is CAD 99,000- 131,000.  This range reflects market rates and is ultimately determined by several factors including the candidate’s skill, experience, and relevant education.  

At Syngenta Canada, we put people first. Our culture is built on flexibility, trust, and wellbeing so you can do your best work and feel supported along the way. We offer flexible work options, summer hours, 6 weeks of vacation, and wellness tools designed to support you and your family. We’re committed to ED&I and creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and able to thrive. We’re also proud of our representation in Canada, with a 50/50 male/female employee split, 47% female people leaders, and 50% female representation on our Executive Leadership Team. Syngenta Canada is recognized as a 2026 Alberta’s Top Employer, a 2026 Excellence Awardee for Diversity & Inclusion, and Canadian HR Team of the Year. 

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