Role & seniority: Seasonal Testing Technician, seasonal fixed-term contract, part of the Italian Vegetables Seeds R&D Testing Team; location: Latina, Italy.

Stack/tools: digital data collection tools; input into farm management systems; grower contracting/relations; field workflows; English proficiency plus Italian (native).

Top 3 responsibilities

Facilitate external testing facilities, contract with growers, supply equipment/seed, plan and support vegetable testing programs.
Ensure high-quality data collection in a timely manner and input data into farm systems.
Collaborate with TRAs to generate outputs and maintain efficient testing workflows; manage relationships with growers.

Must-have skills

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related field; 1+ year in similar agronomic roles.
Ability to describe phenotypic plant characteristics; strong field adaptability; accurate data collection; analytical and collaborative skills.
Grower relationship management including contracts/negotiation; driving license B.
Residence/domicile in Latina; good knowledge of English; Italian as mother tongue.

Nice-to-haves

Experience with trial data management and farm IT systems; prior experience supporting pre-commercial breeding trials.
Location & work type: Latina, Lazio, Italy; Seasonal Fixed-Term Contract; full-time.

Full Description

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice. Seasonal Testing Technician - Latina (m/f/d) Bayer CropScience srl is looking for a brilliant and motivated Seasonal Testing Technician. He/she will join the Italian Testing Team of Vegetables seeds R&D to support activities across the Lazio and Campania regions. He/she will be responsible for generating data on new plant products to enable accurate and timely decisions in advancing through the pre-commercial breeding pipeline. This position plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the trial programs. The Seasonal Testing Technician will work closely with the TRAs supporting them to plan and execute trials for the different crops across the south area and it also will be responsible of the data collection.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Facilitates activities such as finding and maintaining external testing facilities, contracting with growers, supplying equipment and seed (preparations), conducts overall planning, and supports staff for effective and efficient operation of vegetable testing programs
Ensures collection of high-quality data in a timely manner with appropriate digital tools and input into farm systems
Collaborates with TRAs to ensure the desired output is generated and shared periodically with stakeholders
Partners with TRAs to build an efficient workflow within Testing
Maintains relationships with growers

WHO YOU ARE

Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture (or related field)
At least 1 years of previous experience in similar agronomic roles
Ability to describe phenotypic plant characteristics, strong adaptability to field work and ability to work with seasonal peaks
Demonstrated abilities to collect data accurately, flexibility and excellent analytical skills
Ability to perform successfully in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-based environment with strong collaboration skills
Grower relationship management (customer focus, including contracts/ negotiation)
Driving license “B”
Residence or domicile in the provinces of Latina
Good Knowledge of English and Italian mother tongue

Location: Latina

Type of contract: Seasonal Fixed – Term Contract

Application Period: 11.02.2026 - 24.02.2026 Reference Code: 861622

Division: Crop Science Location: Italy : Lazio : Latina

Functional Area: Biotechnology R&D Position Grade: C2

Employment Type: Limited Work Time: Full Time

Address E-Mail Viale Certosa 130, 20156 Milano HROP_Italy@bayer.com