Job Summary: This position supports phenotypic evaluations of maize breeding lines in controlled environments, data management, and reporting of metrics related to trait conversion/introgression processes. Key Highlights: 1. World leader in agricultural innovation 2. Culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion 3. Professional development opportunities **Company Description** **About Syngenta** Syngenta is a world leader in agricultural innovation, with operations in more than 90 countries. Our mission is to empower farmers with advanced technologies and practices that enable them to feed the growing global population while preserving the planet for future generations. Our pioneering scientific discoveries deliver superior benefits to farmers and society at an unprecedented scale. Guided by our Sustainability Priorities, we continuously develop technologies and solutions that help growers cultivate healthier crops in revitalized soils, maximizing productivity. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, while Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Follow our stories and stay updated on our work on LinkedIn, Instagram \& X. **Job Description** At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture—providing high-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that enhance farmer success. To support this mission, Syngenta’s Controlled Environments team is seeking an Associate Scientist in Aracati/CE. This role will support the delivery of phenotypic evaluations of maize breeding lines in controlled environments, managing data and reporting metrics related to the trait conversion/introgression process. * Conduct phenotypic evaluations of maize breeding lines in controlled environments. * Manage experimental and process data, ensuring operational metric reporting for the trait conversion process in controlled environments. * Responsible for end-to-end tracking and documentation of activities involving regulated materials. * Ensure adherence to all procedures, instructions, standards, and critical points impacting seed quality across the entire production chain. * Execute tasks according to the operational schedule to meet agreed-upon deadlines and quality requirements. * Ensure full compliance with exemplary adherence to Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards and all other company policies. * Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in the controlled-environment trait introgression operation. **Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Biology, or Biotechnology, plus a Master’s degree in Genetics and Plant Breeding, Biotechnology, or related fields. * Knowledge of Genetics, Plant Breeding, and Molecular Biology. * Experience in maize seed production in controlled environments. * Proficiency in computer tools (Office suite), data analysis and visualization (e.g., R, Python, Power BI, etc.). * Intermediate English proficiency (Advanced level preferred). **Preferred** * Experience cultivating maize in controlled environments. * Practical knowledge of maize trait introgression processes. * Practical knowledge of seed production for regulated materials. * Experience in maize breeding line phenotyping. * Experience working in cross-functional teams. * Skills in communication, training, and supervision of temporary staff. **Additional Information** **What We Offer** * A culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion, fosters professional development, and seeks a balance between professional and personal life to support team members. Offers flexible work options to meet your professional and personal needs. * Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, and vision) starting on your first day. * Paid vacation, maternity and paternity leave, education assistance, wellness programs, corporate discounts, and other benefits. Syngenta is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. **Join a leading company that brings plant potential to life** \#LI\-Onsite