Research Administrative Specialist II

GDM Seeds is a global leader in plant genetics, dedicated to transforming agriculture through technological innovation. With a continuous focus on research and development, we bring the most advanced and high performing seed varieties to the market, creating new growth opportunities for our partners and for the future of agribusiness.
Our North America portfolio includes leading brands like AgriGold®, DONMARIO®, Mustang™, PRIDE® Seeds, Revere®, and Virtue, supported by a network of research superstations, one of the largest temperate[DJ1.1][BB1.2] corn genetic pools and the fourth-largest corn research program. Through our combined expertise, we continue to push the boundaries of innovation, delivering top-tier seed solutions to help farmers grow and succeed. GDM’s region-first brand model reinforces the company’s long-standing promise to deliver top-performing genetics and robust agronomic support - ensuring farmers have the right genetics, in the right place, at the right time.

• →Provide administrative support for the research facility and station operations.
• →Maintain research records, databases, spreadsheets, reports, and presentations.
• →Coordinate office administrative functions, including mail distribution, bookkeeping support, office supply inventory, and purchasing.
• →Coordinate domestic and international shipping activities, including shipments to counter-season research facilities.
• →Assist with planning and coordinating regional and local research meetings and events.
• →Support the recruitment, onboarding, and administrative processing of temporary and seasonal employees.
• →Assist with seed packaging, planting, and other research-related activities as needed.
• →Perform other duties as assigned.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Professional demeanor with a customer service mindset.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of administrative support experience required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR).

• Prolonged periods of sitting while working at a computer.
• Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally assist with research-related activities in laboratory, greenhouse, warehouse, or field environments, as needed.