Associate Investigator

Who Are We, And What Do We Do?

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 an Associate Investigator to join our Greenhouse Zone Lead team in Johnston, IA. This entry level role will support plant and experiment care in our 4 acre, muti-environment facility. The successful candidate will focus on daily hands-on execution of plant care tasks in coordination with cross-functional stakeholders and generate high quality results for early-stage research across a range of agricultural crops.

What You’ll Do:

Greenhouse Zone Care and Support

• Manage digital and analog watering technologies to deliver optimal plant health.
• Monitor plant nutrition levels appropriate for each crop.
• Document pest or disease challenges for mitigation.

Individual Management

• Maintain greenhouse room and growth chamber cleanliness.
• Report mechanical issues and non-conformities for remediation.
• Coordinate with Tactical Liaison to ensure readiness for custom assays.

Teamwork and Collaboration

• Coordinate experiment execution with Tactical Liaisons, Sampling, Plant Movement, Harvest, IPM, and Sanitation groups.
• Schedule with Zone Lead team to provide 7 days a week coverage for greenhouse needs.
• Provide Zone Lead coverage to zones with absent team members, with occasional weekend and holiday coverage.

Safety and Health

• Conform to all company and facility safety rules and regulations.
• Complete all assigned safety training programs.

What Skills You Need:

Required Skills

• B.S. or B.A. in a biological or related field.
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative setting.
• Communication skills in a variety of formats.
• Desire to learn new software and associated hardware.

Preferred Skills

• Greenhouse or agricultural research experience.
• Desire to conduct research into protocol improvement.

*No visa sponsorship or relocation is available for this position.

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 - Corteva Benefits

• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.