Mason C. Lien

Mason C. Lien is a seasoned professional in hybrid wheat breeding and soybean research, currently serving as the Hybrid Wheat Breeding Project Lead at Syngenta since May 2016. In this role, Mason C. Lien develops strategies to enhance genetic gain and hybrid performance while reducing costs. Previous positions at Syngenta include Breeding Support Specialist, Research Associate 3, and Research Associate 2, where Mason C. Lien led the integration of molecular techniques, managed soybean trial operations, and improved data quality for product development. Prior experience includes working as a Research Technologist II at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, managing multiple soybean research projects and coordinating national quality traits tests. Mason C. Lien holds a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy and Crop Science, a Master of Science in Agricultural and Horticultural Plant Breeding, and is pursuing a PhD in Agronomy with a focus on Plant Breeding and Genetics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.