Trait Assessment Technician

Role Summary

In action

As a Trait Assessment Technician at Syngenta, you work at the heart of our phytopathological research. In our modern greenhouses, growth rooms and laboratories in Enkhuizen you directly contribute to the development of new, healthy varieties that are grown worldwide. You are part of a committed team of 9 colleagues where collaboration is central and where your eye for detail and critical view really make the difference.

The challenge

In this role you support various activities within phytopathology. You participate in tests with different types of pathogens, such as insects, viruses, bacteria and fungi. From preparing inoculum to inoculating plants: you make an important contribution to the successful execution of these studies.

You assess the health and quality of plants, collect test data and process it in systems such as Excel, Word and Smartsheet. Under the guidance of experienced colleagues, you will develop into an independent employee who can prepare, carry out and assess illness tests.

The department works with more than 40 different pathogens, spread over 8 crops. You gradually develop expertise within a specific part of these pathogens and crops, while at the same time building up a broad basic knowledge. This gives you plenty of room to deepen your knowledge and further develop yourself within phytopathology.

Requirements

To fulfill this position successfully, you recognize yourself in the following:

• Minimum MBO working and thinking level, preferably in a green direction (e.g. botany, horticulture, crop care).
• You have experience with phytopathology and know how to identify deviations in plant health in a timely manner. Experience with plant diseases, pathogens or disease tests is a strong advantage
• A real team player who sees the work, takes initiative and dares to be critical.

You master Dutch and English

Preferably available full-time; 4 days is negotiable

Benefits

• Your chance!
• Syngenta: where your talent flourishes and innovation grows. We challenge you with meaningful work and reward your efforts with excellent employment conditions. Discover a career that nourishes not only you, but the world.
• The possibility of a bonus and profit sharing per year - together we celebrate success!
• Flexible working hours between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, so you can organize your day the way that works best for you.
• Grow and prosper – unlimited access to Learning Edge where you can develop yourself unlimitedly with online training and courses.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides free advice, coaching and support in a range of areas including career development, emotional support, legal and financial advice.
• 25 vacation days + 1 vitality day to recharge. From the age of 35 you can enjoy an extra holiday day every 5 years.
• Attractive pension scheme. Because your future is also important to us.
• Do you live further than 5 km from us? You will then receive a travel allowance of €0.23 per km up to a maximum of 50 km one way.
• Active and enthusiastic staff association. From a pub quiz and barbecue, to a theme party or a game of padel. In addition, there are Young Syngenta activities, such as fascinating lectures and webinars on various topics and vitality programs that you can participate in.
• Attractive company bicycle scheme.

Join our team and help shape the future of agriculture! Do you recognize yourself in the profile? Then don't wait any longer and apply! This can be done online via the intranet or our career page at www.syngenta.com. If you have any questions, please contact our recruiter Lars Conijn at lars.conijn@syngenta.com or call or app + 31 6 28894494

About the Company

Syngenta is one of the world market leaders in the agricultural business with more than 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries and focuses on sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology. Through global knowledge and connection with our customers, we contribute to increasing crop production, protecting the environment and improving health and quality of life. For more information, visit www.syngenta.nl