Research Fellow Full-time

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture

At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.

Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.

We are seeking a Research Associate . The full-time position will be a tactical liaison (project manager) responsible for the execution of research experiments within Controlled Environments. Routine duties include project management, pollinating, tissue sampling, data collection and handling, along with general greenhouse work. Planning and executing greenhouse experiments including preparation of project requests, inputting experimental data, and communication with internal process leads

Support the Herbicide Tolerance pipeline by mixing and applying herbicides via spray booth.

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

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

Assist with day to day greenhouse activities such as pollinations, plant care, discards, etc.

Bachelor’s degree or associate degree in agriculture, horticulture, plant physiology, molecular biology, entomology, plant pathology or a related field preferred or three or more years of related experience or equivalent amounts of relevant education and experience.

A minimum of one year of field or greenhouse experience in various crop growth and development is required.

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

Must be able to tolerate hours of repetitive work in a warm, humid greenhouse with pollen present year-round.

Proven ability to work individually and as a member of a dynamic, diverse, and cross-functional team with minimal supervision.

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

Relocation is not available for this position.

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

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

We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. 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.

We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Corteva does not accept unsolicited third party resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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