Field Testing Specialist

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.

***Please note: there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.

What You'll Do:

• Operate and troubleshoot agricultural research equipment by having the ability to onboard, operate, and maintain. This includes irrigation systems, tractors, field cultivators, planters, sprayers, forklifts, and research combines

• Use technology and modern software tools to conduct field research experiments

• Follow specific protocols to collect, analyze, and distribute large volumes of data

• Collaborate with experiment managers to summarize results of experiments, note problem areas during data collection, and recommend actions

• Effectively ensure the proper and timely maintenance of Ag. equipment

• Collaborate with the team to plan and organize weekly workflow efficiently to ensure completion of projects according to deadlines

• Effectively communicate with coworkers, key customers, and management

• Plan and coordinate with vendors to ensure that equipment is ready for the season

• May manage and direct the work of temporary and seasonal employees

• Contribute to maintaining a safe and respectful work environment

• Compile and record information using computer software and databases. Create documentation toward protocols

• Assist with research center projects and research seed production activities, including seed preparation for planting, pollinating, and combine/hand harvest. These are critical times for the success of the research program

• Provide support for other research projects as assigned

• Maintain and ensure proper policies are being upheld through compliance record keeping and documentation.

• Use standardized operating procedures to ensure that all material necessary for conducting field experiments is prepared properly and on time

• Follow all safety policies and procedures provided by the company while leading these policies and communicating any changes to the team

What Skills You Need:

• Education: Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in agriculture or scientific field with 2-4 years. Experience in Agronomy, Plant Breeding, farming-related or a scientific-related field

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with diverse groups of people

• Results Driven: Self-motivated and able to initiate projects, improvements, decisions, and problem-solving. Detail-oriented, strong time management and organizational skills

• Safety Oriented: Commitment to excellent safety and risk management practices

• Technologically Savvy: Competency with standard Microsoft Office programs and capacity to learn new technologies and software. Handling of large volumes of data will be required

• Physical Requirements: Will be required to do physical lifting and work outdoors and in varying ergonomic environments. Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds.

• Additional hours and weekends during seasonal peak periods, including some overnight stays.

• Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and ability to obtain CMV and/or CDL

• Ability to obtain appropriate pesticide applicator license/certification.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Strong Agronomy Background: Ability to scout crops and make recommendations based on findings.

• Strong Farming Practices: Knowledge of general farming practices. Ability to operate agricultural equipment and be able to move between different pieces of equipment throughout the season.

• Mechanical Ability: General knowledge to be able to diagnose and solve most mechanical failures while in season and during off-season maintenance.

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 wh