Company Description

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.
Job Description

Summary

Field Scientists have primary responsibility for the conduct of trials in accordance with GLP standards (where applicable) sponsor protocols and sound agronomic science.

Job Functions

• Independently manage trials and work directly with client contact. Share field and office workload of individual’s trials plus other team members’ trials.
• Conduct trials that are currently in progress in accordance with standards (GLP where applicable) sponsor protocols and guidelines, as well as sound science and SGS SOP’s
• Create, review and update SOP’s as needed
• Train Company Field Personnel Employees in all aspects of the job requirements.
• Has contact with clients to update and communicate on all trials.
• Interface with Sponsor Representative, Farm Cooperators, SGS Management, Study Director, and Quality Assurance during the active phase of trials.
• Utilize software and hardware to record field research data according to protocol requirements.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Associates Degree in Agronomy plus 2 years relevant experience (Required)
• Must have Current Pesticide Applicator License if required by the residing state (Required)
• Strong Agronomic understanding and interest. (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Pesticide Applicator License

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Language Skills: English (Required)
• Mathematical Skills: High (Required)
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: High (Required)
• Must be detail-oriented, well organized and able to work independently and with others. (Required)
• Excellent communication skills required to work with clients on projects. (Required)
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.

Computer Skills

• Computer Skills: High

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand:
• Move or traverse:
• Sit:
• Use hands:
• Reach with hands and arms:
• Climb or balance:
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl:
• Talk/hear:
• Taste/Smell:
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally

Additional information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a call back. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information, but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wyoming, IL 61491: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Agronomy: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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