Breeding Agronomist, Wagga Wagga NSW

Experienced Breeding Agronomist

(Permanent, Full Time Role)

Wagga Wagga, NSW

Global Science | National Research | Local Knowledge

Are you looking to embrace your agronomy skills in a supportive and dynamic agricultural research company?

About Us:

At Kalyx, we partner with clients to test tomorrow’s agriculture today.

We are a leading agricultural research business operating across Australia and New Zealand – supporting safe and innovative developments in broadacre and horticulture crop production.

If you’re driven to work with like-minded agricultural professionals, challenge yourself and reach your potential then Kalyx is the place for you!

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Breeding Agronomist to utilise their skills and experience in plant breeding. You will be working within our dedicated team of research agronomists and be responsible for:

• Establishing and maintaining relationships with growers and clients;
• Managing a breeding trial load of your own, including trial design and maintenance;
• Complying with protocol objectives;
• Weed, disease and insect identification;
• Plant diagnostics;
• Operating agricultural machinery;
• Statistic and data interpretation.

Due to the nature of the role, there will be requirements for some overnight travel and additional work hours during peak periods. 

Remuneration will be based on the skills and experience you bring to Kalyx.

About You:

The role will suit a highly organised and driven individual with a passion for agriculture. You will also:

• Have tertiary qualifications in Agricultural or Horticultural Science (or similar);
• Have demonstrated experience in breeding trials;
• Enjoy problem solving;
• Be curious and self-motivated;
• Be flexible and open to changing situations;
• Enjoy working within a team and autonomously;
• Hold a strong reputation in the industry with existing industry networks.

Our Benefits:

• On the job training;
• Competitive salary package;
• 5 Weeks Annual Leave;
• Career progression opportunities;
• Education assistance;
• Networking opportunities at industry events;
• Community leave;
• Annual awards scheme;
• 24/7 accessible EAP service;
• Opportunity to become a Kalyx Shareholder.

We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity, diversity and collaboration.

Cultivate a Career you love with Kalyx.

Please visit our website to gain a further understanding of what we do, and how we operate.

Applications should include your:

• Resume;
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria above;
• 2 Referees.

Applications close Friday 29th March 2024.