Senior Research Associate - Protein Purification


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Job Title: Senior Research Associate - Protein Purification
Location: Johnston, IA, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Corteva
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Crop Production
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description: DescriptionTrait Discovery and Optimization team in Biotechnology is looking for a Senior Research Associate to join Insect Control and Herbicide Tolerance Discovery group.

Responsibilities - What You Will Do:

* Design and execute scientifically-sound experiments towards protein discovery utilizing principles of chromatography and filtration.

* Perform routine tasks of protein extraction from biological samples

* Generate and record data, perform data analysis and author reports.

* Maintain records in Benchling and electronic lab notebook.

* Work in a collaborative team environment to deliver timely results.

QualificationsWhat Skills You Need:

* Bachelor's in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or allied field with 5+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree

* Prior research and lab experience necessary

* Understand principles of protein biochemistry, chromatography, bioinformatics pertaining to protein identification

* Hands-on experience with protein purification techniques such as anion exchange chromatography, hydrophobic interaction, size exclusion and tangential flow filtration

* Familiarity with AKTA instruments and Unicorn software

* Team player, with demonstrated written and oral scientific communication skills.

* Experience working with plants, bacteria, fungi is a plus

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.

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Job Post Date: 05/07/24
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