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Description
SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification,
testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized
as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000
employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400
offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry
by assuring quality and safety of products and services.
Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100%
passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new
ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will
be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.
SGS is the world\'s leading inspection, verification, testing and
certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for
quality and integrity. With more than 94,000 employees, SGS operates a
network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
Job Description
The Field Research Associate will effectively and safely conduct all
aspects of field research and development trials under the direction of
the location Field Scientist and/or Field Research Manager. The Field
Research Associate will safely conduct jobs for which the local
management deems they are qualified and adequately trained to complete.
Training will be provided on a task-by-task basis.
Specific duties associated with the conduct of field trials and field
testing as detailed in SGS SOPs include the following:
Assist local SGS field management personnel in maintaining an
up-to-date flow of paperwork
Monitor thermographs and weather data collection
Assist personnel in establishing and maintaining test plots
Conduct plot maintenance and plant protection inputs as required and
directed by field management
Assist in field research tasks such as pollinations, sampling, and
field data collection
Apply maintenance and test chemicals if hold a pesticide application
license under the direction of field
management
Assist in the execution of critical test phases and preparation of
the Field Trial Notebooks
Maintain equipment and facilities in accordance with applicable SOPs
and in a safe, clean, neat, and
organized manner
Complete assigned duties according to applicable SOPs
Maintain thorough knowledge of GLP requirements, regulatory
guidelines, and SGS SOPs
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Associate degree in an agricultural science-based field (preferred)
0-2 years of relevant biological/agricultural field experience
(preferred)
Current Pesticide Applicator License (preferred)
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS
Pesticide Applicator License
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
Must be able to effectively operate farm equipment, such as
tractors, cultivators, and sprayers, and experience with small plot
field equipment preferred
Knowledge of and/or experience with GLP requirements is preferred
Must be able to work in a safe manner and foster a safe,
sustainable, and environmentally sound field situation
Must be detail-oriented, well organized, and able to
work independently
Excellent communication skills are required
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of ARM preferred
Ability to handle a variety of projects effectively,
efficiently, and with confidentiality
ADDITIONAL ASKS
Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB
Stand: Occasional
Move or traverse: Frequent
Sit: Frequent
Use hands: Occasional
Reach with hands and arms: Never
Climb or balance: Never
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Frequent
Talk/hear: Never
Taste/Smell: Never
Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasional
ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORK CONDITIONS
Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions: Never
Work near moving mechanical parts: Never
Work in high, precarious places: Never
Fumes or airborne particles: Never
Toxic or caustic chemicals: Never
Outdoor weather conditions: Never
Extreme cold (non-weather): Never
Extreme heat (non-weather): Never
Risk of electrical shock: Never
Work with explosives: Never
Risk of radiation: Never
Vibration: Never
Bio-hazard: Never
VISION REQUIREMENT
No Special Vision Requirement
Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches/50 centimeters or less)
Distance Vision
