Agricultural Research Specialist
Corteva
- Orange City, IA
- Permanent
- Part-time
- Conduct field experiments through to completion according to specific protocols, exercising independent judgment and discretion as appropriate.
- Collaborate with local and departmental staff to collect timely data and summarize results of experiments, noting problem areas during data collection and recommending actions to be taken where needed.
- Utilize expertise to develop leadership roles within corn and soybean yield test activities.
- Engage with the local team to support station assignments, efficient work planning, and process improvement.
- Organize and supervise part-time and temporary employees. Communicate procedures and expectations to data collection personnel.
- Leadership in site safety culture and ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Always Uphold Corteva Agriscience Core Values.
- Bachelor's degree in agricultural/biological sciences or a minimum of 2 years of field research experience.
- Competitive compensation based on previous experience/education.
- Strong team player - we are a multi-crop research center, so the successful candidate will work across crops and assigned projects.
- Experience operating field equipment is desired (planters, combines, sprayers etc.)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues.
- Ability to obtain the FAA Part 107 drone license is a plus.
- Ability to obtain a commercial pesticide license is a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, adept at using standard software programs and learning internal data systems.
- Proven ability to adapt to evolving technology and data collection methodologies.
- Flexibility to work extended days and weekends during critical times of the season.
- Willingness to perform physical lifting and work in varying environments.
- A valid driver's license is required. The ability to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle for trailer towing is preferred.
- Keep in mind, that equivalent amounts of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the above requirements
- 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
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