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Description
Grow what's next. Grow your future. Corteva Agriscience is looking for a responsible and motivated Phenotyping Specialist to join our Research Team in Lubbock, TX. The Phenotyping Specialist will be an integral member of the Trait Discovery and characterization field testing team. This group is responsible for testing transgenic traits, crop protection products and biologicals in corn and cotton. The Phenotyping Specialist will also provide support for Seed Product Development in corn, cotton and sorghum.
Responsibilities - What you will do:
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 and entry, drought phenotyping, pesticide applications using both backpack and full size sprayers, 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, including support for North America cotton ginning and delinting.
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
Education and Experience - What Skills You Need:
Bachelor's 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.
Must possess a valid US Drivers License
VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.
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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 (https://careers.corteva.com/2024-us-benefits-guide)
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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.
Corteva Agriscience™ 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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