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.
***Please note: there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.
What You'll Do:
Participate in experiment planning, location mapping, and seed filling activities to prepare for planting.
Help with seed lab activities including seed treating, shipping, sorting, inventory.
Collect and review phenotypic data requested by experiment managers across both corn and soybeans. Also willing to learn and utilize new technology-based approaches to collect data.
Collaborate with local and regional employees to fulfill phenotyping and field activities for corn and soybeans according to a given protocol.
Operate on a planting and harvest crew in corn and soybean yield test trials. Operation of various pieces of research equipment; including but not limited to tractors, planters, sprayers and combines.
Assist with plot maintenance by scouting weed, insect, and disease pressure across crops.
Participate as a member of various station committees and audits, administer center-wide safety programs and comply with all station and company policies.
Ability to work extended hours at peak times of the year. Travel during planting and harvest will be required with limited overnight stays throughout the year.
Identify improvements in procedures and protocols within allotted time constraints.
Identify appropriate and efficient uses of Princeton yield test resources.
Ability to work effectively in a variety of software programs.
Make daily decisions associated with conducting experiments that reflect Company Policies.
Decide priority of work activities to meet assigned shipping deadlines, balancing all assigned projects.
What Skills You Need:
High school diploma with 5 years of experience, Associate's degree with 2 years of experience or Bachelor's Degree.
Demonstrate excellent communication/personal interaction skills to foster teamwork, enhance a positive work environment, and effectively develop strong internal and external working relationships with a diverse group of people
Strong experience and skills with computers and data management.
Strong aptitude to operate and maintain planting and harvest equipment including electronics, GPS systems and data collection systems.
Demonstrate skills in leadership, operational safety, supervision and time management.
Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
Must be capable of working in varying ergonomic and environmental conditions for extended periods of time.
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.
This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.
Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. 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.
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