Corteva, Inc.
Research Technician Maryland, United States Research & Development Posted a day
Corteva, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland, United States
## Research TechnicianMaryland, United StatesJob LocationMaryland, United StatesAt **Corteva Agriscience,** you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is 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.The **Research Technician** will be responsible for assisting in all small plot research activities as a part of North America Integrated Field Sciences (NA IFS) team at Corteva Agriscience Chesapeake Farms Research Center.**What You’ll Do:*** Provide support to the Field Scientist and other scientists and interns in line with the technical objectives provided by the IFS Biology Program leaders and pertinent company stewardship guidelines.* Provide support in managing trial establishment but also in field and laboratory data collection, insect/pathogen rearing and collection, equipment maintenance/transport, and safety.* All job responsibilities are expected to be at the R&D Center with occasional travel to assist other scientists in the Eastern region.**What You Need:*** Minimum of bachelors degree in agricultural related field and minimum of 2-3 years of agricultural experience.
Experience in crop protection research in vegetables, field crops, pasture and land management, or turf and ornamentals preferred.* Broad agronomic understanding and leadership, ability to establish and maintain agronomic crops for executing reliable field trials. Crop production will focus on vegetables, corn, soybean, wheat, forages, turf, ornamentals, and permanent crops.* Understands production practices for commercial agricultural production including but not limited to land preparation, irrigation, fertilization, pest management and other agronomic practices.* Knowledge and practical experience with production equipment required in crop production (tractors, irrigation, spray equipment) with basic mechanical and service work on equipment.* Experience in hauling ag equipment.* Experience operating tractors and performing land preparation activities.* Flexibility with changing work requirements and adaptable to adverse weather conditions including the ability to work outdoors in Maryland year-round.* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to keep detailed work records.* Ability to lead and manage crews including seasonal temporary labor.* Versatile individual who can solve practical problems with minimum supervision and is able to work in a diverse team.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment.* Ability to apply pesticides with backpack and tractor mounted spray equipment.* Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed.* Ability to communicate in English and work with others in a team setting of diverse cultural backgrounds and languages.* Ability to occasionally lift 20 to 50 lbs.* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.* Must be committed to a strong safety and stewardship culture.**Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.****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 -* Check out life at Corteva!The salary range for this position is $60,000.00 to $75,000.00.This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.Years of experience* Less than 2 years* 2 - 4 years* 4 - 8 years* 8+ yearsTop skillsHarvest ManagementCoordinationComputingCommunicationSeed ProductionSamplingManagementDewormingData EntryConstruction1. Research Technician2. Lab Technician3. Laboratory Technician4. Laboratory Assistant5. Senior Laboratory TechnicianTalent Acquisition at Corteva uses technology by Eightfold AI. This technology employs artificial intelligence to assist in predicting the degree of match between you and our job positions. This tool is a matching model based on factors such as the skills specified in the job description for which you have applied. While this technology may be considered an automated employment decision tool under New York City law, we do not make the decision about your application solely based on the model output. All of our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. More information about this tool can be found
, and you may check the results of an independent bias audit summary of this tool
. You may e-mail TA-Help@Corteva.com to request additional information about the Eightfold AI technology and how our recruiters make decisions about applications. If you submit your resume or any information to the Careers Site or join the Corteva Talent Network it will be processed using the Eightfold technology. You may choose to instead apply to an open position using this in which case your application will be solely reviewed by a person. I have read and understand the , which explains how my personal information is processed. I understand my privacy choices and agree to Corteva processing my personal information, including sensitive personal information, as described in the Privacy Notice. I understand that Corteva may also exchange personal information with third parties as described in the Privacy Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Experience in crop protection research in vegetables, field crops, pasture and land management, or turf and ornamentals preferred.* Broad agronomic understanding and leadership, ability to establish and maintain agronomic crops for executing reliable field trials. Crop production will focus on vegetables, corn, soybean, wheat, forages, turf, ornamentals, and permanent crops.* Understands production practices for commercial agricultural production including but not limited to land preparation, irrigation, fertilization, pest management and other agronomic practices.* Knowledge and practical experience with production equipment required in crop production (tractors, irrigation, spray equipment) with basic mechanical and service work on equipment.* Experience in hauling ag equipment.* Experience operating tractors and performing land preparation activities.* Flexibility with changing work requirements and adaptable to adverse weather conditions including the ability to work outdoors in Maryland year-round.* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to keep detailed work records.* Ability to lead and manage crews including seasonal temporary labor.* Versatile individual who can solve practical problems with minimum supervision and is able to work in a diverse team.
Ability to work effectively within a team environment.* Ability to apply pesticides with backpack and tractor mounted spray equipment.* Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed.* Ability to communicate in English and work with others in a team setting of diverse cultural backgrounds and languages.* Ability to occasionally lift 20 to 50 lbs.* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.* Must be committed to a strong safety and stewardship culture.**Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.****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 -* Check out life at Corteva!The salary range for this position is $60,000.00 to $75,000.00.This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.Years of experience* Less than 2 years* 2 - 4 years* 4 - 8 years* 8+ yearsTop skillsHarvest ManagementCoordinationComputingCommunicationSeed ProductionSamplingManagementDewormingData EntryConstruction1. Research Technician2. Lab Technician3. Laboratory Technician4. Laboratory Assistant5. Senior Laboratory TechnicianTalent Acquisition at Corteva uses technology by Eightfold AI. This technology employs artificial intelligence to assist in predicting the degree of match between you and our job positions. This tool is a matching model based on factors such as the skills specified in the job description for which you have applied. While this technology may be considered an automated employment decision tool under New York City law, we do not make the decision about your application solely based on the model output. All of our hiring processes and decisions, including determining your suitability for a role, are conducted, checked, and decided by individuals. More information about this tool can be found
, and you may check the results of an independent bias audit summary of this tool
. You may e-mail TA-Help@Corteva.com to request additional information about the Eightfold AI technology and how our recruiters make decisions about applications. If you submit your resume or any information to the Careers Site or join the Corteva Talent Network it will be processed using the Eightfold technology. You may choose to instead apply to an open position using this in which case your application will be solely reviewed by a person. I have read and understand the , which explains how my personal information is processed. I understand my privacy choices and agree to Corteva processing my personal information, including sensitive personal information, as described in the Privacy Notice. I understand that Corteva may also exchange personal information with third parties as described in the Privacy Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr