Role & seniority: Seasonal Testing Technician (entry to mid-level) – Italy (Bologna)

Stack/tools: Digital data collection; input into farm systems; coordination with TRAs; field operations; basic farming equipment and seed logistics

Top 3 responsibilities

Generate and collect high-quality data from vegetable testing trials to support pre-commercial breeding decisions
Plan, coordinate, and support trial activities; contract external facilities; maintain grower relationships
Collaborate with TRAs to build efficient workflows and ensure timely output to stakeholders

Must-have skills

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related field
≥1 year relevant agronomic experience
Ability to describe phenotypic plant traits; strong field-work adaptability
Accurate data collection; solid analytical skills; team collaboration
Grower relationship management (contracts/negotiation); driving license B
Proficiency in English; Italian as native language

Nice-to-haves

Experience with contracts/negotiation beyond basics
Familiarity with farm data systems or plant trial software
Experience in vegetable testing programs or crop breeding trials
Location & work type: Bologna, 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 - Bologna (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. 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”
Good Knowledge of English and Italian mother tongue

Location: Bologna

Type of contract: Seasonal Contract (Fixed – Term)

Application Period: 17.02.2026 - 02.03.2026 Reference Code: 861636