Seed Analyst III
Core
Perform specialized seed quality testing and analysis on a wide range of agricultural, vegetable, flower, tree, native, and specialty seed species in accordance with applicable industry rules, regulatory requirements, and laboratory procedures.
Role type
Senior IC seed analyst (laboratory)
Builds
Production seed test results and quality assurance reports for seed companies, farmers, and researchers
Domain
Agriculture + Seed Science
Required skills
Seed testing, botanical material classification, regulatory interpretation, laboratory workflow coordination, technical guidance/training, method development, quality assurance, equipment calibration
Preferred skills
Registered Seed Technologist (RST) certification, AOSA Certified Analyst certification, experience resolving non-routine testing issues
Technologies
Laboratory testing equipment, technical references, laboratory collections
Responsibilities
Perform specialized seed quality testing and analysis; Identify, evaluate, and classify seeds and botanical materials; Interpret seed testing rules and regulatory requirements; Evaluate testing results and investigate discrepancies; Coordinate daily laboratory workflow; Provide technical guidance and training to staff; Lead or contribute to development of new testing methods; Support laboratory quality assurance and accreditation activities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
