ppbSyngenta Group /b, a integral leader in agricultural technology and innovation, employs 60,000 people across more than 100 countries to transform agriculture through tailor-made solutions for farmers, society, and our planet. Our diverse portfolio encompasses seeds, crop protection, nutrition products, agronomic solutions, and digital services, all designed to help farmers produce healthy food, feed, fiber, and fuel while conserving natural resources and protecting the environment. Our mission is to address critical challenges such as climate change and food security through sustainable practices and cutting-edge solutions, while safeguarding the planet's resources. /ppbSyngenta Seeds, /ba leading developer and producer of Field Crops, -Vegetable, - and Flower Seeds, is part of Syngenta Group. We bring farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops. /ppAt Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta's Trait Assessment team is seeking abTrait Assessment Technician /b inbEl Ejido, Spain /b. /ppThis role will support the delivery ofb phytopathology research and new variety development /b by performing essential laboratory, greenhouse, and growth room operations. The successful candidate will work in state-of-the-art facilities, conducting trials and tests that contribute to the optimization of trait assessment protocols and the advancement of disease-resistant crop varieties. /ppbAccountabilities: /b /ph3Phytopathology Research Trial Execution /h3ulliExecute phytopathology assays following established protocols under the guidance of Research Associates and Scientists. /liliPerform a wide range of tasks including data collection, trial preparation, pathogen maintenance, inoculum preparation, inoculation, and phenotyping of routine tests. /liliConduct plant maintenance activities in controlled environments such as labs, growth rooms, and greenhouses. /li /ulh3Laboratory Inventory Management /h3ulliManage lab consumables and inventory efficiently, ensuring optimal stock levels and timely replenishment. /liliMaintain equipment according to instructions and proactively signal any malfunctions or maintenance needs.



/li /ulh3Data Management Documentation /h3ulliCapture, enter, and report data accurately using MS Word, Excel, and other relevant software according to internal standards. /liliMaintain precise documentation to support decision-making in new variety development. /li /ulh3Biosafety HSE Compliance /h3ulliOperate in modern infrastructure according to best biosafety and HSE practices at all times. /liliDemonstrate individual responsibility for health and safety, acting in a safe manner and complying with safe systems of work. /liliLook out for the safety of colleagues and contribute to a culture of safety excellence. /li /ulh3Cross-Functional Collaboration /h3ulliCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal operation of the Trait Assessment department. /liliAddress issues and deviations from standards by working closely with the team. /liliCommunicate effectively in an RD environment, asking questions for clarification and informing about potential delays or quality issues. /li /ulh3EducationExperience /h3ulliBachelor’sdegree,technicaldiploma,orvocationalqualificationinAgronomy,Agriculture,Plant Science,CropProduction,PlantHealth,orarelatedfield. /lilibAround 2–3 years /b of hands-on experience in a blaboratory-based plant pathology, phenotyping /b, seed testing, or trait assessment environment, with practical experience supporting disease resistance evaluation, plant trait scoring, sample handling, inoculation support, or controlled-environment phenotyping trials. /liliExperienceworkingincontrolledenvironments,greenhouses,growthchambers,laboratories,or fieldtrialconditions. /liliExperiencefollowingtechnicalprotocols,collectingobservations,andrecordingaccuratedata. /li /ulh3TechnicalSkillsKnowledge /h3ulliBasicknowledgeofplantbiology,cropdevelopment,andphytopathology. /liliUnderstandingofbphenotypingprocesses /b,suchasvisualscoring,symptomassessment,diseaseseverityevaluation,plantperformanceobservations,ortraitdatacollection.



/liliAbilitytofollowdetailedprotocolsfortrialpreparation,planthandling,inoculationsupport,sampling,scoring,anddatacapture. /liliGooddigitalskills,includingMSOffice,especiallyExcel,andabilitytousedatasheetsordigitaldatacollectiontoolssuchasSmartsheet,tablets,ortrialmanagementsystems. /liliAbilityandwillingnesstolearnnewphenotypingmethods,greenhouseprocesses,anddigitaltoolsthroughtrainingandself-learning. /li /ulh3CoreCompetencies /h3ulliStrongattentiontodetailandcommitmenttoreliable,high-qualitydata. /liliPractical,hands-onmindsetwithgoodorganizationandplanningskills. /liliProactiveandsafety-consciousapproachtodailywork. /liliGoodcommunicationskillsandabilitytoworkcollaborativelyinanRDteam. /lilibFluentSpanish /b,bothwrittenandspoken. /lilibBasicEnglishproficiency /b,withwillingnesstoimproveinatechnicalenvironment. /liliUnderstandingofhowaccurateoperationalexecutionanddatacollectioncontributetotrialqualityandteamobjectives. /li /ulpbLocation: /bEl Ejido, Spainbr/bWork Environment: /bModern laboratories, greenhouses, and controlled growth roomsbr/bTeam: /bCollaborative RD environment working alongside Research Associates and Scientists /ppWhat We Offer /pulliWork-life balance: we offer flexible working hours to support a healthy balance between personal and professional life. /liliRemote work: we have a remote work policy applicable when the nature of the role allows. /liliTrust: we believe that freedom, trust, and responsibility are the foundation for our teams to grow and reach their full potential. /liliCompetitive compensation: a comprehensive package including fixed salary, bonus, pension plan, life insurance, and a wide range of flexible benefits to choose from (Meal Vouchers, WellHub, among others). /liliProfessional development: opportunities for growth and career advancement. /liliContinuous learning: training programs with access to platforms such as Degreed, LinkedIn Learning, and language courses. /li /ulpSyngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. /pp#LI-Onsite /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Trait Assessment Technician (El Ejido)
🏢 Syngenta Group
📍 El Ejido