Applied Field Research Assistant

Hiring Organization: Bayer
Employment type: Seasonal
Job Location: Mason MI
Application Due Date: April 30, 2024

Applied Field Research Assistant - Regulatory

Description

The Regulatory Science Organization at Bayer is seeking highly motivated and self-driven individuals for summer research assistants reporting to the Mason, MI field site. Candidates will assist the Field Testing Scientist with implementing all aspects of corn and soybean field and lab research operations that support the submission and registration our biotech traits pipeline. The position requires 100% commitment to all safety protocols and maintaining regulatory compliance. Individuals must be detailed, able to work independently and in team environments under adverse weather conditions (heat, humidity, cold), and sometimes extended hours during peak times.

Physical labor components may include heavy lifting, bending, and walking. This is a seasonal position with flexible start/end date and employment extension opportunities.

Responsibilities may include:

Assist with data collection including plant sampling and quantitative observations
Support planting, tillage, and harvest activities
Assist in small plot maintenance and pesticide applications
Tractor and powered equipment operation
Hand pollinating corn
Scout field sites for compliance volunteer monitoring audits
Packaging and inventory of warehouse materials
Maintain equipment in research ready condition
Assist with day-to-day activities directed by team leaders

Qualifications

Required skills

Compliance with all safety/quality/regulatory requirements
Detail-oriented with excellent time management, organizational, and analytical skills
Able to work independently and in team-based settings
Effective verbal and electronic communication skills
Knowledge and ability to use handheld PC and/or iOS devices
Valid driver’s license in good standing
Currently or able to obtain MDARD commercial pesticide applicators license
Ability to work fulltime including overtime and weekend activities