Scottsmiraclegro

Weed Scientist

Marysville, OH

Sponsorship not specified$77k-$91kDetected 9 days ago

Data AnalysisStatisticsResearchExperimental DesignLeadershipCommunicationTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAgronomy

About the role

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day.
If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!
Additionally, the Scientist will have broad experience in turfgrass cultural practices such as irrigation, establishment, nutrition, mowing, maintenance and pest control.

Leads, plans and implements field and greenhouse biological research, including trial setup & initiation, data collection, data analysis, and preparation of reports to be used to support product claims for regulatory agencies.
Collaborate closely with colleagues in R&D, marketing, regulatory, sourcing, and manufacturing to ensure alignment on project goals, effective use of resources and explore innovation possibilities.
Interacts with industry and university collaborators to understand and mine new technologies, new biological research methods, and consumer trends and communicate this information to category leads and sales/ tech service.
Develops and follows R&D Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Critical in support of state and EPA registration dossiers, potential partnership or acquisitions, competitive analysis and cost-out initiatives.

Experience in a related field, such as sports/commercial turf, golf turfgrass maintenance, or academic research/extension program.
Experience performing Statistical Analysis using ARM, MiniTab, JMP or similar software programs.
A high degree of original thinking and intellectual curiosity is required.

Ph.D. in Weed Science is preferred or a related field (agronomy, soil science, etc) is required.

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $77,200.00 - $90,800.00 per year.

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.

Join a company with a strong belief in giving bac k to the communities where we live and work. We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team.

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