R&D Associate-Nutrition

• Strong ability to work independently and think critically while also being able to take direction and collaborate well in a team environment.
• Strong follow- thru skills with a sense of ownership and time management
• Ability to communicate highly technical details
• Data management and processing skills
• High attention to detail and the ability to record detailed observations
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and competing projects at a given time.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prepare and deliver clear, concise presentations and reports that are understandable by the target audience.
• Strong ability to analyze and solve complex problems independently, and through collaboration across various departments.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and deliver on time and within budget.
• Demonstrated initiative; results oriented.
• Proven ability to be highly organized and to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A proven ability to build relationships, communicate effectively, and present ideas competently and persuasively.
• Strong computer skills that includeproficiencywith Ms. Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Teams.

Education and Experience: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor's degree in horticulture/agriculture, chemistry, polymer, or material science or related sciencesrequired.
• Minimum two years of experience in fertilizer/horticulture/agriculture industries, polymer,and material science, or ina lab-based setting preferred.
• Experience with technical lab equipment or machinery.
• Strong ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Strong abilitytoproblemsolveandmaintaina resilient attitude with changing priorities and challenges.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy and precision.
• Experience in product development is preferred.