Field Testing Specialist in Carman

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture. At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on. Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.

We are seeking a Field-Testing Specialist to join our team. As a Field-Testing Specialist, you will be a key contributor for a variety of activities at the Carman Research Center. You will play a key role in supporting all projects at the research center through activities including experiment planning, data collection and analysis, and field operations including planting, pollinating and harvesting.

Responsibilities – What You’ll Do:

• Use technology, including drones, iPad, and modern software tools to conduct field research experiments.
• Follow specific protocols to collect, analyze and distribute large volumes of data.
• Collaborate with experiment managers to summarize results of experiments, note problem areas during data collection, and recommend actions.
• Effectively communicate with growers, coworkers, key customers, and management.
• Assist with research center projects and research seed production activities, including seed preparation for planting, pollinating, and combine/hand harvest.
• Operate agricultural research equipment, including tractors, planters, sprayers, forklifts, and research combines.
• Assist with weed management at our research locations, including spraying and fertilizing operations, ensuring optimal plant health and compliance with environmental regulations.
• May manage and direct the work of temporary and seasonal employees.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and respectful work environment.
• Validate, operate and troubleshoot agricultural research equipment.
• Uphold Vylor’s core values in all aspects of your work, serving as a role model for ethical and professional behavior.

Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:

• Education: A University degree or diploma in agriculture or scientific field with 0-4 years.
• Experience in agronomy, Biology, Plant Breeding, or a scientific-related field.
• Technologically Savvy: Competency with standard Microsoft Office programs and capacity to learn new technologies and software.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
• Results Driven: Self-motivated and ability to initiate projects, improvements, decisions, and problem solving.
• Detail-oriented, strong time management and organizational skills.
• Safety Oriented: Commitment to excellent safety and risk management practices.

Physical Requirements:

• Will be required to do physical lifting and work outdoors and in varying ergonomic environments.
• Must be capable of lifting 25 kg.
• Willing and able to work a flexible schedule including shift work and overtime hours including weekend work required during seasonal peaks.
• Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and ability to obtain CMV.
• Ability to obtain Restricted Operator UAV license.
• Ability to obtain appropriate pesticide applicator license/certification.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills.
• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place.
• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment.
• Four weeks of paid time off, plus paid holidays.
• Excellent parental leave which includes 16 weeks of supplementary top-up for both mothers and fathers.
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program.

Are you a good match? We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.