Twenty years from now, the Earth’s population will need 55% more food than it can currently produce.Today, Monsanto is working with farmers around the world be part of the solution. Monsanto is passionate about using Data Science and Information Technology to improve agriculture and thus in over 60 countries, Monsanto has established industry-leading products. The ability to examine and optimize our current methods coupled with an eye on the future lends itself to a unique opportunity within Monsanto and our team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and passionate individual to join a multidisciplinary team of data scientist/engineers who work on real world problems. As a Data Analyst, you will develop strategies to identify new opportunities and expand existing methods, provide insights, and build practical solutions to complex business problems. You will apply advanced analytics skills to turn data into competitive advantage and make recommendations for data-driven business decisions.
Job ID : 01G4Z
Job Title : Asia/Africa Global Breeding Data Solution Team: Data Analyst
Responsibilities include:
- Deploying and implementing tools for data management, software and statistical/genetic analysis strategies
- Accountable and responsible for Phenotypic and Genotypic data management and data integrity/quality across Asia Africa hubs
- Secure data movement to be presented in standard visualizations that enable key decision
- Supporting yield testing teams to improve data quality and completeness as it relates to QA/QC, plot designs, testing location information.Additionally, working with the team to improve testing footprint and data quality
- Support global teams in Asia, Africa and China as well as interact with North American locations to align strategies and maximize resources
Required Education & Skills/Experience:
- Master’s degree in engineering, bioinformatics, IT, mathematics, Agriculture or a related field
- Solid knowledge of statistical theory and analysis and experimental designs
- Strong Computer skills related to data management and analysis such as SAS, R, Python, GIS, Database management, and Spotfire/Tableau
- Ability to work in a matrix environment, influencing people at varying levels of responsibility
- Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills
- Strong teamwork, influencing and organization skills required to interact in the regions and into the Monsanto global teams, communicating complex technical information to a variety of team members in a clear and concise manner
- Ability to work collaboratively on teams and ability to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary teams
- Experience analyzing and presenting complex data with proven problem solving abilities
Desired Education & Skills/Experience:
- Doctorate in engineering, bioinformatics, IT, mathematics, Agriculture or a related field
- At least three years’ experience delivering high quality analytics solutions to complex business problems and applying sophisticated scientific methods using machine learning and statistical learning
- R or Python advanced knowledge including data mining, statistical tests, machine learning packages
- Ability to deliver innovative and creative solutions to complex problems
Who is Monsanto?
Monsanto is an agriculture company with more than 20,000 employees focused on making a balanced meal accessible to everyone. We work to help farmers produce food in a more sustainable way. We think about how our food is grown so farmers have the tools they need to have better harvests.
We believe that bringing diverse perspectives together is the most effective way to develop creative solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges. Career opportunities at Monsanto range from farming, plant breeding, chemistry and engineering to marketing, environmental science, IT and many other areas. We’re always looking for exceptional professionals interested in developing a strong career while collaborating to develop solutions for sustainable agriculture. Sound like a job for you?
Why work with us?
- Life at Monsanto means collaborating with dedicated professionals in a stimulating environment
- Our people demonstrate our winning culture through positive and meaningful relationships
- You will work with market leading brand products in a global organization
- We provide competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and some of the best career development opportunities in the industry
- Monsanto is named a Great Place to Work in many countries around the world
Join our global team where your contribution will make a real difference!
Required Education & Skills/Experience:
- Master’s degree in engineering, bioinformatics, IT, mathematics, Agriculture or a related field
- Solid knowledge of statistical theory and analysis and experimental designs
- Strong Computer skills related to data management and analysis such as SAS, R, Python, GIS, Database management, and Spotfire/Tableau
- Ability to work in a matrix environment, influencing people at varying levels of responsibility
- Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills
