Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
Support the collection and evaluation of data records of yield and other agronomic and physiological data in the field related to the agronomy, IPM, and breeding experiments at Pangkep
Conduct statistical analysis
Collaborate in the experimental design, planning, and implementation of new research projects
Keep databases up-to-date and ensure secure data storage
Network with the global data analytics experts and the community of practice
Provide technical support for installation and maintenance of sensors, data loggers and other scientific equipment
Train fellow field technicians and contractors on how to use the data collection equipment
Participate in Associate Engagement activities and technical meetings as appropriate
Contribute to a safe work environment
Context & Scope
The Principal Technician Data Management is an individual contributor and he/she reports to the Cocoa Research Manager Pangkep. The Principal Technician focuses on the research programs at Pangkep and occasionally at Tarengge as needed. Activities are mainly providing scientific data management support for research projects, which will require close collaboration with field technicians and functional leaders in agronomy, breeding and integrated pest management. He/she provides support to electronic database systems and statistical analysis, works closely with site IT to ensure a robust and stable database.
Education, Professional Qualification, Knowledge and Experiences
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Computer Science or related field
Preferred Qualifications: Education in statistics and data analytics
Knowledge/Experience
Practical knowledge of and 2+ years of experience with scientific data collection, database management and statistical analysis.
Good written and verbal communication skills. Essential English language skills. Proficient level is preferred.
Proficient computer skills in essential applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Skype.
Some experience with programming
Experience in adapting new technology and scaling up digital equipment
What can you expect from Mars?
Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Education in statistics and data analytics
- 2+ years experience with scientific data collection, database management, and statistical analysis
- Good written and verbal communication skills; English language ability (proficient level preferred)
- Proficient computer skills with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Skype
- Some experience with programming
- Experience adapting new technology and scaling digital equipment
- Experience installing and maintaining sensors, data loggers, and scientific equipment
Mars Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Mars and has not been reviewed or approved by Mars.
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Healthcare Strength — The benefits package is positioned as comprehensive, with broad medical coverage and additional protections like life insurance and short- and long-term disability. Mental health support is emphasized, including free mental health services and wellbeing programming under initiatives such as Mars Be Well.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is highlighted as market-leading in the U.S., with an example of 18 weeks fully paid for both parents. Additional family-related leave types such as sick time for caregiving and bereavement leave are also described as part of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are described as strong, including 401(k) matching (with a 6% match cited) and pension plans in some cases. The broader package also references retirement savings options and contributions aligned to local market practice, supporting long-term financial security.
Mars Insights
What We Do
For more than a century, Mars, Incorporated has been driven by the belief that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today. This idea is at the center of who we have always been as a global, family-owned business. Today, Mars is transforming, innovating and evolving in ways that affirm our commitment to making a positive impact on the world around us. Across our diverse and expanding portfolio of confectionery, food, and petcare products and services, we employ 133,000 dedicated Associates who are all moving in the same direction: forward. With $40 billion in annual sales, we produce some of the world’s best-loved brands including DOVE®, EXTRA®, M&M’s®, MILKY WAY®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, ORBIT®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, SKITTLES®, WHISKAS®, COCOAVIA®, and 5™; and take care of half of the world’s pets through our pet health services AniCura, Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, Pet Partners™, and VCA™. We know we can only be truly successful if our partners and the communities in which we operate prosper as well. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our Associates to take action every day to help create a world tomorrow in which the planet, its people and pets can thrive.
