Seed Production Research Associate
Pubblicato il 11-10-2026 - Bayer in Cremona
Overview
In this role you will plan and execute seed production breeding strategies for corn to feed diverse pipelines across EME, collaborating with P Design and P Development. You will manage nursery field experiments, ensure efficient field operations, data collection, and analysis to support decision-making. You will drive process improvements, uphold safety and quality, and coordinate with regional and global teams to deliver high-quality seed production. This is an opportunity to contribute to scalable, data-driven seed production in a mission-driven Crop Science environment.
Retribuzione / Benefits permanent contract
competitive annual gross salary (not below 39,975.18 EUR)
variable remuneration based on performance
full-time role
location Olmeneta
gender-neutral compensation criteria
Responsabilità Design and manage nursery field experiments and evaluate experimental fields
Oversee field activities: preparation, irrigation, planting, harvesting, maintenance
Conduct corn (inbred) experimental plantings and agronomy-focused evaluations
Manage data collection equipment and train team for evaluations
Process and analyze data using company software; create visualizations for decisions
Support planning: planting/harvest data, site capacity, inputs procurement, workforce needs
Analyze season deliverables; identify root causes of productivity deviations
Manage supplies, stock, and supplier communications to ensure timely resources
Supervise temporary workers; ensure equipment, packaging and maintenance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and participate in process optimization projects
Support implementation of seed production innovations to improve nursery quality and data collection
Ensure HSE compliance and daily operational task execution
Identify/report risks and opportunities observed in daily operations
Maintain accurate records aligned with objectives
Collaborate with EMEA SP&PD; Hub, EU Corn Units, and Global Breeding teams to align strategies
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