Agronomist Active Greenhouse Solanaceae

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 Bachelors 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 basesalaryand 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 basesalaryfor this position is CAD 99000- 131000. Thisrangereflects market rates and is ultimately determined by several factors including the candidates 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. Were committed to ED&I and creating a workplace where everyone feels respected included and able to thrive. Were 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 Albertas Top Employer a 2026 Excellence Awardee for Diversity & Inclusion and Canadian HR Team of the Year. 

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Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time