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Who We Are, and What We Do:

At Corteva Agriscience , you will help us grow what’s next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first.

As a Phenotyping Specialist , you will be a key contributor for a variety of activities at the Johnston Multicrop/Multifunctional Research Center. You will play a key role in supporting with primary responsibility of being a part of the Phenotyping functional team along with overall multicrop/multifunctional responsibilities.

Responsibilities – What You’ll Do:

• Participate as a multicrop/multifunction team member for all SPD, Biotech, and other functional accountability. Detailed in Corn, Soy, Wheat, Cropping Systems,etc…

• Operator research equipment for planting and harvest.

• Will manage all Seed Applied Technology (SAT) logistics to the Phenotyping team, Seed Processing Team, Agronomy Team and Seed Applied Technology leadership.

• Highly desired and strong knowledge around research ag equipment.

• Able to scout fields, focusing on agronomy pests and diseases.

• Able to work with team members in driving regional scouting teams.

• Be able to communicate effectively with all team members/stakeholders to understand both agronomic deadlines and other functional groups deadlines.

• Work across Johnston team functions to support other activities at the site/along with support of other assigned research projects.

• Assist with research center projects and research seed production activities, including seed preparation for planting, winter nursery deadlines, seed sampling, and other overall support for the research center to be successful. These are critical times for the success of the research program, so weekend work and overtime will be required during peak periods.

• Willingness to manage and direct the work of temporary and seasonal employees.

• Contribute to maintaining a safe and respectful work environment.

Qualifications – What Skills You Need:

• Education: High school diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or scientific field preferred. Experience in Agronomy, Biology, Plant Breeding, or a scientific-related field preferred.

• 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.

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

• Results Driven : Self-motivated and ability 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds.

• Willingness to work in varying environmental and ergonomic conditions including field work, etc.

• Willing and able to work a flexible schedule including overtime hours including weekend work required during seasonal peaks and shift work if needed/applicable.

• Able to stay overnight during peak periods.

• Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, CMV (pulling pickup bumper hitch/gooseneck trailers)

Relocation assistance not offered for this position.

VISA Sponsorship is not 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 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. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact Information

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