We are seeking a responsible and highly motivated individual to join our Genome Editing group's molecular evolution-development team in Johnston, IA. This is a lab-based position, and it requires the ability to work efficiently and independently. The ideal candidate will have the ability follow, optimize, and troubleshoot protocols to deliver high quality results on time in a dynamic environment. Desired skills include familiarity and proficiency with routine molecular biology techniques.

Job Responsibilities - What You'll Do:

Under minimal guidance, successful candidate will

* Conduct experiments and technical operations of moderate complexity

* Understand and optimize laboratory protocols and complete tasks in a safe and timely fashion

* Ability to recognizes erroneous or unexpected results and capacity to interpret and analyze results and make suggestions on next experimental

* Help formulate work plans and efficiently manage own daily workload.

QualificationsThe successful candidate will have:

* Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, biological science, genetics, or related field. Preferred candidates would have a minimum of 1 year of related experience, or equivalent levels of relevant education and experience.

* Experience performing routine molecular biology procedures (e.g. vector construction, E. coli transformation, isolation of plasmid DNA, and PCR).

* Experience with bioinformatic methods and programs to analyze nucleic acid sequences (e.g. DNA sequence alignment).

* Experience with yeast genetics or biochemical techniques would be a plus.

* Excellent communication skills oral and written.

* Ability to follow company safety policies and procedures.

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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