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 looking for a responsible and highly motivated Research Associate to join the Controlled Environments Team. We are looking for candidates who take initiative, love to learn, work hard, and thrive in a fast-paced team environment. We have an exciting opportunity to join our company at our Johnston, Iowa research facility.
Responsibilities - What You’ll Do:
Support our research pipelines by overseeing plant movement from our automated to non-automated (static) greenhouses on our Pot Logistics Team. Duties involve operating a tug cart with training and prepping, sorting, moving, and discarding plants. Routine tasks include:
- Scout plant movement from automated to static greenhouses based on crop maturity.
- Create activity plans in internal software and determine floor support needs for plant movement.
- Forecast and plan static placement up to four weeks prior to plant movement.
- Upkeep room tracking and space assignment data via Spotfire.
- Collaborate with process teams and project managers to support successful experiment outcomes.
- Follow and maintain internal process protocols for plant movement.
- Provide floor support as needed (for example: shoot bagging, discards, and other assigned tasks).
Qualifications- What You’ll Need:
- Associate’s degree or 2-year degree required. Bachelor's degree in agriculture, horticulture, plant physiology, molecular biology, entomology, or plant pathology preferred; or bachelor’s degree in related field or three or more years of related experience also acceptable.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety/ergonomics protocols are essential.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, high self-motivation, a positive attitude, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and the ability to build competency in external and internal research software as needed.
- Ability to take initiative and maintain a thoughtful approach in a dynamic work environment.
- Must be able to stand and sit for extended periods of time and lift up to 30 lbs. Must be able to work repetitive tasks in a warm, humid greenhouse environment with pollen present year-round.
Hours:
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Occasionally, non-regular weekend or holiday work may be required.
***Please note there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.
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
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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.
Skills Required
- Associate's degree or 2-year degree
- Bachelor's degree in agriculture, horticulture, plant physiology, molecular biology, entomology, plant pathology, or related field
- Three or more years of related experience (alternative qualification)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety/ergonomics protocols
- Excellent communication and organizational skills and ability to work independently and in a team with minimal supervision
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; ability to learn internal and external research software
- Ability to operate a tug cart (with training) and perform plant handling tasks
- Ability to stand and sit for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs; tolerate warm, humid greenhouse environment with pollen year-round
- High self-motivation, positive attitude, and initiative in a dynamic environment
What We Do
Corteva Agriscience combines industry-leading innovations, high-touch customer engagement and operational execution to profitably deliver solutions for the world's most pressing agriculture challenges. Corteva generates advantaged market preference through its unique distribution strategy, together with its balanced and globally diverse mix of seed, crop protection, and digital products and services. With some of the most recognized brands in agriculture and a technology pipeline well positioned to drive growth, the company is committed to maximizing productivity for farmers, while working with stakeholders throughout the food system as it fulfills its promise to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come.
Why Work With Us
Corteva Agriscience is the only major agriscience company in the world completely dedicated to agriculture. Our purpose is to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generation to come.
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