| Posted: | July 2, 2012 |
| Job Title: | Site Seed Technician |
| Institution: | Dupont Crop Protection |
| Description: | * Continuously streamline seed acquisition and distribution systems, and develop an external network to maintain an appropriate supply of all weed/crop species used in Ag Global Technology (AG/GT) global biology research.
* Develop and implement internal processes to provide weed/crop seed for which there is no reliable or cost effective external source.
* Ensure that seed quality is monitored as part of a continuous improvement process, and that seed technology methodology (protocols, SOPs) is up-to-date.
* Maintain compliance with Federal permits related to USDA/APHIS protocols. Provide guidance to facilities globally regarding import/export permits for seed.
* Maintain a close working relationship with the USDA and various Ministries of Ag (USDA’s foreign counterparts) in order to procure, hold and dispose of seeds under most current regulations.
* Responsible for leveraging permit compliance knowledge and government relationships to obtain permits for “non-seed” organisms.
* Stay abreast of latest seed-related technologies and regulations.
* Apply a combination of horticultural and biological expertise, and use the skills ot advance quality within Discovery.
* Identifying and employing the use of new seed treatment technologies are important in overcoming seed-borne pests and/or pathogens, as well as overcoming dormancy issues in weed seed.
* Ownership of all crop/weed seed sourcing/inventory control (web-based),and distribution to ensure quality within AG/GT screening.
* Make recommendations and develop solutions throughout all aspects of position. |
| Requirements: | * BS/MS degree in seed science, agronomy, plant science, or relevant field of study.
* Previous experience is preferred, especially seed germination, seed testing, and weed science.
* Knowledge and understanding of seed identification and viability.
* Demonstrated ability to influence others and effective communication. |
| URL: | https://dupontimpl.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?j |
| Contact: | Susan M. Dunlap
HR Recruiting Analyst
DuPont Talent Acquisition
1007 Market Street
D-4042A
Wilmington, DE 19898
Voice: 302-774-2161
Fax: 302-351-6641
E-mail: susan.m.dunlap@usa.dupont.com
|
|
