Field R&D Specialist - California - Central Valley or Central Coast

Field R&D Specialist

California – Central Valley or Central Coast
Relocation assistance available

Suterra is building the future of sustainable agriculture. As the global leader in pheromone-based pest control, we develop innovations that help growers protect crops without compromising the environment. We’re part of The Wonderful Company, and we’re growing fast—expanding our science, our impact, and the talent who will shape what comes next.

We’re looking for a Field R&D Specialist who is energized by discovery, thrives in real-world field conditions, and wants to contribute to groundbreaking work across California and beyond. If you love science, problem-solving, and the idea of working shoulder-to-shoulder with growers, researchers, and cross-functional teams—this role was built for you.

This isn’t about checking every box on a task list. It’s about joining a team of innovators, bringing curiosity to complex challenges, and having room to shape the role as you grow.

What You’ll Do

You’ll be a core driver of our field research program—designing trials, gathering insights, and translating real-world results into global impact. Your work may include:

• Designing and executing field trials that support product development and regulatory strategies

• Collaborating with growers, researchers, and internal teams to generate high-quality data

• Developing trial protocols and contributing to scientific and regulatory reports

• Managing timelines, field resources, and data systems that keep our work moving forward

• Traveling throughout California to oversee field activities and support demonstrations

What You Bring

You don’t need to be perfect—you need to be passionate. We’re looking for someone who has:

• A degree in agriculture, biology, entomology, or a related scientific field

• Experience thinking critically in dynamic field settings

• Strong data instincts—collecting it, interpreting it, and translating it into insights

• Excellent communication skills and the curiosity to explore new ideas

• Confidence working independently, paired with an appreciation for multidisciplinary teamwork

• Flexibility to travel, troubleshoot, and adapt as conditions change

• A CA DPR QAL or the ability to obtain one within 3 months

What Sets You Apart

• Knowledge of pest management, experimental design, or pheromone-based technologies

• Experience with international trial standards or regulatory systems

• Spanish language ability

• Familiarity with statistical tools, GIS platforms, or digital data systems

Why Suterra?

We’re not just another manufacturing company. Suterra is the world’s leader in pheromone-based pest control, part of The Wonderful Company family of brands. With a modern, state-of-the-art facility in beautiful Bend, Oregon, we’re growing fast and investing heavily in innovation, people, and sustainable solutions.

You’ll join a passionate, collaborative, and forward-thinking team where your ideas shape the future of sustainable operations on a global scale.

Suterra is wholly owned by The Wonderful Company

The Wonderful Company, headquartered in Los Angeles, is a privately held $6 billion global agribusiness company with consumer brands including Wonderful® Pistachios, Wonderful® Halos®, POM Wonderful®, FIJI® Water, JUSTIN® and Landmark® wines, as well as the Teleflora® flower delivery service.

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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