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Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc.

Research Assistant

Arlington, WI · Hybrid

$22 - $27/hr

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  • PTO

Research Assistant IFSI is seeking a highly motivated research professional that will assist the sweet corn, carrot, table beet, and chard research programs in the breeding, evaluation, and ...

Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc.

Research Assistant

Arlington, WI · On-site

$18.75 - $26/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Research Assistant IFSI is seeking a highly motivated research professional that will assist the sweet corn, carrot, table beet, and chard research programs in the breeding, evaluation, and ...

KWS SAAT SE

Seed Processing Line Operator

Tangent, OR · On-site

$23.28/hr

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seeds for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowers. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods and invests a ...

KWS SAAT SE

Mechanical Maintenance Lead

Tangent, OR · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

  • Medical

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  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seeds for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowers. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods and invests a ...

Limagrain

Seasonal Agronomic Production Worker

Nampa, ID · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

HM.CLAUSE specializes in the breeding, production, and sale of vegetable seeds. From the world ... All responsibilities and activities involve working outside in sweet corn fields. Main work ...

LG Seeds

Station Manager

Fort Branch, IN · On-site

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Job Summary: Responsible for all aspects of our corn and soybean operational activities at a ... Champion the GDM Mission, Vision, Values in Breeding Operations and Research organizations.

KWS SAAT SE

Greenhouse Technician Kimberly

Kimberly, ID · On-site

$14.25 - $16.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seeds for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowers. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods and invests a ...

KWS SAAT SE

Applied Technology Lead

Tangent, OR · On-site

  • Medical

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It focuses on plant breeding and the production and sale of seeds for sugarbeet, corn, cereals, vegetables, oilseed rape and sunflowers. KWS uses leading-edge plant breeding methods and invests a ...

Reptiles by Mack

Mack's Natural Reptile Food Technician

Xenia, OH · On-site

$16.20/hr

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  • PTO

Check out the video done by our friend Brian Barczyk Reptiles by Mack is a reptile breeding and wholesale facility. We specialize in pet reptiles such as bearded dragons, leopard geckos, corn snakes ...

Limagrain

Seasonal Harvest Driver

Nampa, ID · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

HM.CLAUSE specializes in the breeding, production, and sale of vegetable seeds. From the world ... Safe and timely transportation of harvested corn from field to Nampa facility during Sept/Oct.

Limagrain

Seasonal Harvest Driver

Nampa, ID · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

HM.CLAUSE specializes in the breeding, production, and sale of vegetable seeds. From the world ... Safe and timely transportation of harvested corn from field to Nampa facility during Sept/Oct.

Syngenta Group

Trialing Specialist Technician

Highland, IL · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

  • Medical

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

We unite precision breeding, advanced biotechnology trait choice, and digital platforms for ... Plant, spray, maintain, and harvest research-level corn, soybean, and wheat trials to meet data ...

Syngenta

Trialing Specialist Technician

Highland, IL

$24 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We unite precision breeding, advanced biotechnology trait choice, and digital platforms for ... Plant, spray, maintain, and harvest researchlevel corn, soybean, and wheat trials to meet data ...

Syngenta

Trialing Specialist Technician

Highland, IL · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We unite precision breeding, advanced biotechnology trait choice, and digital platforms for ... Plant, spray, maintain, and harvest researchlevel corn, soybean, and wheat trials to meet data ...

Syngenta Group

Trialing Specialist Technician

Glenview, IL · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We unite precision breeding, advanced biotechnology trait choice, and digital platforms for ... Plant, spray, maintain, and harvest research-level corn, soybean, and wheat trials to meet data ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for corn breeding in the United States is $23.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Corn Breeding job involves developing improved corn varieties with desirable traits such as higher yield, disease resistance, and adaptability to different environments. Professionals in this field use traditional breeding techniques and modern biotechnology to crossbreed plants, evaluate their performance, and select the best candidates for further development. They work in research institutions, agricultural companies, or seed production firms to ensure crops meet market and environmental demands. This role requires knowledge of genetics, plant science, and data analysis to optimize breeding strategies.

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As a Corn Breeder, your day-to-day work often includes planning and managing field trials, selecting and cross-breeding parent plants, gathering and analyzing data on crop performance, and collaborating with agronomists and research technicians. You will spend time both in the lab and in the field, evaluating plant traits and recording observations. Additionally, you may work closely with seed production teams and participate in meetings to discuss progress and set breeding goals. This role requires balancing detailed scientific work with hands-on agricultural tasks, making each day a dynamic experience.

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Research Farm Technician

Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc.

Arlington, WI • On-site

$22 - $27/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Research Farm Technician
IFSI is seeking a highly motivated research farm technician based in Arlington, WI who will primarily support the sweet corn research breeding program, while also assisting the root vegetable breeding program, in the breeding, evaluation, and development of superior germplasm for use in vegetable seed markets worldwide.
Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc. (IFSI) is an independent company delivering leading research, product development, licensing and production for the seed industry's vegetable and field crops.
Our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Dedication, Collaboration, and Drive are the foundations of our success. We seek a Research Farm Technician who embodies and upholds these values in their daily work. At IFSI our brand purpose is "Growing Together." We believe in fostering growth not only in our research programs but also with our customers, partners, team members, and the environment.
Essential Duties amp; Responsibilities:
  • Lead and execute crop management (fertilizer, weed and pest control) for on-site and off-site trials and nurseries. Activities may include spraying herbicides, maintaining accurate application records, and coordinating with 3rd party cooperators and applicators.
  • Lead field prep activities in the spring as well as fall field cleanup and tillage.
  • Lead all research farm activities related to equipment operation, maintenance, repair, and upkeep of research facilities.
  • Coordinate and complete irrigation activities according to needs of the station breeding programs.
  • Assist with activities related to variety testing, including coordinating testing sites, seed preparation, inventory management, planting, plot maintenance, and data collection.
  • Assist in leadership of pollination, tissue sampling, data collection and disease inoculation in breeding nurseries.
  • Assist with nursery harvest, drying, shelling, and treating of resulting seed.
  • Lead part-time and seasonal labor daily to accomplish goals of the research program.
  • Execute research project protocols, generating high quality, accurate, and timely data to support breeding decisions
  • Collaborate and support breeding program activities as needed.
  • Ensure all tasks are completed in a safe, accurate and efficient manner and lead process improvement in these areas.
Qualifications/Knowledge Needed:
  • A.S. degree or equivalent years of experience in Horticulture, Crop Science, Agronomy, or related field.
  • Ability to operate and maintain farm equipment such as planters, sprayers, tillage, and harvest equipment.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Wisconsin commercial pesticide applicators license.
  • Excellent computer skills for data acquisition and reporting.
  • Demonstrates high attention to detail and accuracy in all activities.
  • Prior experience operating equipment in an agricultural setting and a valid driver’s license required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Demonstrates strong ability to work independently along with good team leadership and management skills.
  • Ability to travel to nursery and trial testing locations.
  • Capable of working in greenhouse conditions or fields during periods of high heat, humidity, and rain.
  • Ability to lift 75 lbs.
Benefits:
  • Employees can expect to be paid between $22.00 to $27.00 per hour
  • Additional compensation may include a bonus (if relevant)
  • This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors
  • Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, life, STD, LTD, retirement, PTO etc.
Reporting:
This position reports directly to the Research Station Manager.
IFSI is an equal opportunity employer.

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