Research Associate

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 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

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.