Senior Research Associate - Plant Transient Assays


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Job Title: Senior Research Associate - Plant Transient Assays
Location: Johnston, IA, Midwest United States, USA

Company: Corteva
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Crop Production
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description: DescriptionJoin our Plant Transient Assay (PTA) team in Biotechnology as a Senior Research Associate. In this lab-based role, you'll work both independently and collaboratively, following protocols and delivering high-quality results to facilitate decisions using your skills to facilitate transient plant assays. Your expertise will drive critical projects, from plasmid design to data analysis.

Responsibilities - What You'll Do:

* Vector Coordination:

* Coordinate vector requests with stakeholders.

* Maintain records of requests and completed projects.

* Plasmid Design, Build, and Curation:

* Create plasmids and curate bacterial archives for use across transient assays.

* Utilize Geneious for precise vector design.

* Data Management and Communication:

* Document experimental data accurately in Benchling and other database systems.

* Collaborate with stakeholders in the Discovery Assay and Screening (DAS) team.

* Demonstrate strong written and oral scientific communication skills.

* Methodology Optimization and Innovation:

* Contribute to the optimization of established methods.

* Develop new assays, techniques, and methodologies.

* Lead projects with an innovation mindset focused on alignment with stakeholder goals

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

* Prior research and lab experience.

* Demonstrated proficiency in vector design and gene expression in plants.

* Hands-on experience with vector construction techniques (PCR, Gateway cloning, Gibson assembly, primer design, and restriction digests).

* Proficient skills with Geneious Prime software.

* Aseptic techniques in laminar flow and bio-containment hoods, as well as plant tissue culture/transformation.

* Knowledge of light and fluorescent microscopy.

* Experience in transient and stable transformation with single cells, plant suspension cultures, and tissue explants.

* Demonstrated skills developing new workflows/assays.

* Proactive problem-solving skills and meticulous record-keeping.

* Familiarity with laboratory safety practices.

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

Apply today and join us in advancing plant science and making a meaningful impact.

#LI-AB1 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: 07/25/24
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