Description

Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Agricultural Research Specialist to join our Orange City, IA team.

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind. As a Senior Agricultural Research Specialist, you will plan and execute the safe and efficient day-to-day management of corn and soybean product development at the Orange City, IA, Research Center. You will be involved in all phases of planting, growing, phenotyping, and harvesting research materials to meet pre-commercial product advancement and data quality goals. You will adopt and implement evolving technologies and methodologies that enhance and improve product development.

Responsibilities – What You’ll Do:

• Lead assigned projects and coordinate experiments, always ensuring adherence to safety standards and protocols.
• Operate research equipment, including planters, sprayers, combines, silage harvesters, etc.
• Champion a culture of safety and compliance with Corteva’s rigorous safety standards, fostering a work environment where safety is paramount.
• Collaborate with off-site cooperators to secure land for yield trials and other research projects, demonstrating strong communication skills and a customer-centric approach.
• Conduct experiments and data collection activities, maintaining strict adherence to data quality protocols and ensuring that data is within set parameters.
• Provide guidance and direction to team members and collaborators, promoting a culture of excellence and adherence to established protocols.
• Summarize experiments, manage and analyze data, and prepare reports to communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Uphold Corteva Agriscience Core Values in all aspects of your work, serving as a role model for ethical and professional behavior.
• May involve people management responsibilities, including recruiting, hiring, orienting, supervising, and evaluating employee performance.
• Will organize and supervise the work of other employees, ensuring that tasks are completed safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

Requirements: What You’ll Bring:

• A Master’s degree (preferred) or a Bachelor’s degree in agronomy or a related field.
• Five plus years (5+) of experience in crop research or field plot management.
• Exceptional mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues.
• Skilled in operating Agricultural Research machinery while maintaining all safety requirements.
• A demonstrated commitment to adhering to safety standards and protocols, with a strong emphasis on safety excellence.
• Excellent communication skills when dealing with farmers/cooperators and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge of agronomy, crop production, plant development, and experimental field plot design.
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills to effectively coordinate complex research center operations.
• Strong problem-solving skills, strategic analysis, and communication skills.
• Self-motivation and the ability to initiate projects, improvements, decisions, and team collaboration.
• A team player who can work in a multifunction research center and across crops and assigned projects.
• The ability to work independently while setting high expectations.
• The ability to obtain a pesticide applicator license, CMV license to haul trailers, and a drone Part 107 license.
• Competent in standard Microsoft Office programs, and the ability to learn new software.
• Capable of working in varying ergonomic and environmental conditions for extended periods of time.
• Flexibility to work extended days at critical times of the season. Overnight stays during planting and harvesting may be required.

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.