Agronomist

About Lygos

Lygos, Inc. is a specialty chemical company that helps customers meet their highest performance and sustainability goals. Lygos’ bio-inspired solutions are designed to replace persistent and carbon-intensive chemicals with products that are better, cleaner, and cost effective.  With a proprietary and fully integrated platform of the most advanced technologies across synthetic biology, industrial chemistry, and application development, a pipeline of innovative products, a first-of-its-kind Sustainable Solutions Center, and an integrated supply chain, Lygos is accelerating the world’s transition to high-performing, sustainable solutions. 

Lygos recently launched its Soltellus™ biodegradable polymer product line, with applications in home and personal care, water treatment and agricultural applications.

About the Position

Lygos is seeking a dedicated Agronomist to support our sales team by serving as a subject matter expert in modern cropping systems and emerging products, like our biodegradable, chelating polymer, Soltellus. You will be responsible for examining, researching, and solving problems related to the application of Soltellus in a variety of crops, while also developing tailored agronomic approaches for new and existing markets/crops.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Develop field trial research projects exploring the optimum application timing and placement of Soltellus in specialty crops.
• Serve as the SME for the sales team related to all aspects of Soltellus applications by various customers.
• Assist with the sourcing, testing, and selection of research small plot studies.
• Maintain detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.
• Generate reports and present findings to management, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct training on Soltellus usage and techniques through customer-focused presentations.
• Coordinate and support sales team field days and other customer meetings.
• Coordinate and summarize existing and new research projects.
• Identify and explore new market opportunities for product implementation.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Masters’ degree in agronomy, agriculture, or a related field; further education and experience may be preferred.
• Additional certifications may be required.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel up to 50%.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, kneeling, and stooping for extended periods.
• Proficiency with computers, particularly MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.
• Exceptional active listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong research, decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments.
• Sales and presentation skills are advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• Located in California
• A working knowledge of polyaspartate and Soltellus.
• Familiarity with published literature and trials around the use of polyaspartates in agriculture.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively and cross functionally with other divisions at Lygos. 

Compensation and Benefits: Lygos offers highly competitive salaries, stock options, bonus and benefits, including medical and dental insurance, unlimited paid time off, and 401(k).

Salary Range: $150,000-$170,000/yr. base (this role is eligible for additional compensation in the form of a sales bonus structure) 

Actual pay will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location, skill, experience, and performance. 

The benefits and stock purchase described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility.

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.  

 Location information: This role is remote, and ideal candidate will reside in CA.  Please note there is travel (50%). 

Lygos is headquartered in Hayward - there is no relocation assistance offered at this time. 

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.  We are not able to sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job.  

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.