Senior Research Associate

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind. We are seeking Senior Research Associate. This full-time position will be a tactical liaison (project manager) responsible for the execution of herbicide tolerance experiments within Controlled Environments. Routine duties include project management, pollinating, tissue sampling, data collection, chemical handling, along with general greenhouse work. Individual must maintain a professional, clean and safe work environment while meeting all compliance standards. All duties require a high level of attention to detail, organizational skills, and an ability to work effectively in teams as well as individually. Effective and frequent communication with multiple stakeholders is required.

What You'll Do:

• Planning and executing logistics of greenhouse experiments including preparation of project requests, inputting experimental data, and communication with internal process leads and external collaborators

• Manage operations of herbicide tolerance pipeline in CE

• Knowledge of safety protocols and SDSs for herbicide use

• Supervise team of direct reports

• General understanding of molecular analysis pathways. Review and make decisions related to projects based on results from various molecular analysis platforms (genotyping, real-time PCR, next-generation sequencing)

• Collaborate effectively with internal partners and external stakeholders on timelines, experiment needs, troubleshooting, and process improvements

• Understand experiment objectives in context of phenotyping, event selections and field planting deadlines

• Utilize in-house developed software tools to plan analyses, execute on plans, and review data

What Skills You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, horticulture, plant physiology, molecular biology, entomology, plant pathology or related field and five or more years of greenhouse experience in corn, soy and other crop backgrounds

• Strong understanding of herbicides and at least two years of experience mixing and applying herbicides in lab setting

• Prior experience managing employees or contingent staff

• Ability to pay close attention to detail and follow standard operating and safety/ergonomics protocols is essential

• Competent computer skills required, including MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook), and ability to gain competency with internally developed research software

• Comfortable presenting to medium sized to large groups, with audiences in a variety of educational and technical backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications:

• High-throughput experience in laboratory or greenhouse setting

• Knowledge of data visualization tools like Spotfire or PowerBI

• Knowledge of pipeline functions, such as transformation, vector construction, and/or analytical labs, preferred

Competencies:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required

• Proven ability to work individually and as a member of a dynamic, diverse, and cross-functional team

• Demonstrate ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities

• Capacity to creatively solve problems, implement solutions, and foster a culture of continuous operational excellence

• Capable of independent decision making and adjusting to tight timelines

• Be self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

• Learn more about our total rewards package here -

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