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Research Associate

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For more than 90 years, our flagship seed brand, Pioneer® is a globally recognized leader in the agriculture industry. Innovation and quality seed products start with the dedicated teams at our field research centers who are experts in their field of study.

As a Research Associate (RA) , you will be a key contributor for a variety of activities at the Marion research center. You will play a key role in supporting all projects at the research center through activities including inventory management, experiment planning, data collection and field operations pollinating and harvesting.

Responsibilities – What You’ll Do:

• Use technology, including iPads and modern software tools to conduct field research experiments

• Follow specific protocols to collect, analyze and distribute large volumes of data.

• Collaborate with experiment managers to summarize the results of experiments, note problem areas during data collection, and recommend actions.

• Effectively communicate with growers, coworkers, key customers and management.

• Assist with research center projects and research seed production activities, including seed preparation for planting, pollinating, and combine/hand harvest. These are critical times for the success of the research program, so weekend work and overtime will be required at these times.

• May manage and direct the work of temporary and seasonal employees

• Contribute to maintaining a safe and respectful work environment

• Provide support for other research projects assigned

Qualifications – What Skills You Have:

• Education: Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in agriculture or scientific field with 0-4 years. Experience in inventory management, agronomy, Biology, Plant Breeding or a scientific-related field

• 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:

• Will be required to do physical lifting and work outdoors and in varying ergonomic environments. Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds.

• Willing and able to work a flexible schedule including shift work and overtime hours including weekend work required during seasonal peaks

• Additional hours and weekends during seasonal peak periods, including some overnight stays.

• Driver’s License, acceptable driving record, and ability to obtain CMV

*Please note: no relocation allowance or visa sponsorship 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 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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