GROWING WHAT MATTERS STARTS WITH YOU

Corteva Agriscience™, the world's first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what's right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.

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Join Us as a Field Testing and Phenotyping Specialist! 

We are thrilled to announce a new opportunity to join our Seed Product Development (SPD) team, supporting Corn and Sunflower R&D trials across Europe. This role is essential to meeting our annual targets and supporting the European sales and marketing teams with high-quality field data and trial execution. 

The Field Testing and Phenotyping Specialist will play a pivotal role in supporting trials, from seed preparation and planting to harvest and data analysis. This position is designed for those who thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to make a tangible impact on agricultural innovation. 

Your Challenge:

• Coordinating field operations and data collection for sunflower trials in Thrace Region. 
• Providing agronomic support for sunflower R&D trials across Thrace Region. 
• Coordinate and work together with Seed Production and Characterization (SPRC) and Global Seed Operations (GSO) while data collection for parent characterization trials in production areas. (Izmir, Bursa, Eskisehir) 
• Lead seed preparation, trial plantings, field observations, and harvest activities. 
• Manage agronomical aspects in collaboration with farmers. 
• Plan and execute experiments, including data collection and UAS (drone) flights for trait analysis. 
• Support corn yield testing trials in the region. 
• Oversee seed inventory management. 
• Organize and supervise temporary employees during trial seasons. 
• Summarize experimental results, identify problem areas, and prepare comprehensive data reports. 
• Maintain effective communication with other departments. 
• Continuously learn and adapt to new technologies and efficient work processes. 

Location:

Kirklareli, Turkiye

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering or related field; master's degree is a plus. 
• Strong Knowledge in Sunflower and Corn cultivation. 
• At least 3 years’ experience in R&D, especially with Sunflower and Corn. 
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment 
• Demonstrated statistical and data skills, attention to detail, results orientation 
• Strong record of innovation and applying new technology 
• Willingness to work flexible working hours and travel frequently. 
• Good communication skills in Turkish and English, both written and spoken. 
• Valid driver’s license. 
• Ability to manage and deal with conflict, ambiguity, complexity 
• Ability to obtain UAS (drone) license. 
• Ability to drive Agricultural machinery

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment?
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader

Growing What Matters Starts With You… What We Can Offer To Help You Grow?

• Opportunity to be part of a global industry leader working to discover solutions to the most pressing agricultural challenges of our time?
• Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences?
• Opportunities for international rotations and relocation that will expand your global view and cultural experience?
• Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered?
• Dedicated and customized resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives. 
• Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.
• Support the health and well-being of every employee by offering world-class benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary
• Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility?