Research Associate
Corteva Agriscience
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.
Corteva Agriscience is currently looking for a responsible and highly motivated Research Associate to join the **Carman Manitoba** Research Team. As a **Plant Breeding Specialist,** your responsibilities will focus on field research support of corn, soybeans, and canola breeding nurseries.
***Please note: there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.
**What You'll Do:**
+ Multi Crop Seed Production and Data Collection
+ Execute multi crop seed production and data collection, including seed setup, planting, remote sensing, pollination, manual data collection, and harvesting breeding nurseries.
+ Ensure the consistent quality of breeding nurseries and pathology locations.
+ Ensure the production of high-quality corn, soybean and canola breeding seed.
+ Ensure high quality seed amounts are delivered in a timely manner.
+ Ensure high quality data collection.
+ Supporting multi crop research stations through seed setup, planting, harvesting and field scouting activities.
+ Field Monitoring and Reporting:
+ Monitor off-site research trials and research seed production locations throughout the growing season.
+ Communicate field conditions to Research Agronomy team to ensure weed-free fields and timely data collection and harvest activities, resulting in high-quality data.
+ Supervision and Organization:
+ Organize and supervise part-time and temporary employees, ensuring safe and efficient work practices.
+ Promote a safe and respectful working environment.
+ Computer skills and the use of Corteva proprietary software for completing these tasks will be a significant component; the handling of large volumes of data will be required.
**What Skills You Have:**
+ Associates or Bachelor’s degree in agricultural plant science or related field
+ Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, electronic database entries, image processing)
+ Ability to independently deliver solutions by asking the right questions, identifying necessary data sources/features, and producing actionable results.
+ Ability to work independently and as a team member.
+ Self-motivated, goal-oriented and attention to detail; passion for solving problems using new techniques and ‘can-do’ attitude.
+ Proficient writing, speaking, organizational and computer skills are needed.
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:Accessibility Page for Contact Information
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