Job Description

Research & Development \xe2\x80\x93 Lubbock, Texas, United States

Req ID: 228079W-01

EMPLOYEE STATUS

Regular

SCHEDULE

FullTime

JOB TYPE

Entry Level

EDUCATION

Bachelor\'s Degree

Description

Who are we, and what do we do?
At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what\xe2\x80\x99s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture \xe2\x80\x93 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 Corteva Agriscience is looking for a responsible and motivated Research Associate to join our Research Team in Lubbock, TX. The Research Associate will be an integral member of the Crop Protection Discovery and Development field testing team. This group is responsible for testing transgenic traits, crop protection products and biologicals in corn and cotton. You will also provide support for Seed Product Development in corn, cotton and sorghum. Responsibilities:
How will you help us grow? It matters to us, and it matters to you!

• Assist the Field Scientist with execution of field trials across multiple crops.
• Participate in day-to-day operations including seed handling, tillage, planting, irrigation system maintenance and operation, tissue sampling, plot maintenance, data collection, drought phenotyping, pesticide applications, harvest and supervision of temporary labor.
• Assist Field Scientist with regulatory compliance and USDA inspections.
• Operate and maintain field equipment including tractors, planters, sprayers, combines and cotton strippers.
• Assist Seed Product Development team with laboratory and field activities.
• This position will require extended hours at off-site locations during peak times and occasional overnight travel.
• Continuous training will be required to obtain skills needed for utilization of new technology and to stay current with changes in the industry.
• Maintain assigned safety programs and comply with all Corteva safety programs.

Qualifications

Requirements:
What expertise have you grown? What do you bring to the table?

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in agronomy or related field.
• 1-2 years of experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain and operate agricultural machinery.
• Ability to learn and successfully use proprietary software for data collection.
• Ability to make critical observations, follow protocols, work independently and supervise other employees. Willingness to work weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds.
• Must be capable of working in varying ergonomic and environmental conditions for extended periods of time.
• Valid US driver license.

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Corteva Agriscience\xe2\x84\xa2 is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:

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