Molecular Scientist

Corteva Agriscience is a leading developer of agricultural products and technologies. Our mission is to help farmers grow more food, while also protecting the environment and promoting sustainable agriculture practices.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Our employees are passionate about making a difference in the world, and we offer a range of benefits and opportunities to support their personal and professional growth.

About the Job

This role is part of our Genomics and Biotech team, which is responsible for developing and implementing new gene editing technologies. As a Research Associate, you will work closely with our team of scientists and engineers to design, develop, and test new gene editing tools and applications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a reliable molecular screening pipeline to support the discovery, characterization, and development of genome editing applications.
• Apply state-of-the-art techniques in support of the Biotechnology gene editing pipeline and document experimental data accurately into database systems.
• Partner with colleagues across the organization to provide agile and flexible analytical solutions to answer their experimental questions.
• Coordinate with various laboratories to support Corteva scientists as they seek to improve crops through conventional breeding and genetic engineering.
• Manage a constantly changing workload appropriately and effectively to ensure that project timelines are met.
• Operate and maintain molecular laboratory equipment.
• Ensure that all materials necessary for GEMC production are prepared properly, safely, and on time.
• Document details of weekly GEMC production data with an ability to analyze and interpret results.
• Recording pertinent information in proprietary and standard software applications.
• Participating in new technology development or process improvement studies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.
• At least one year of experience in a research laboratory setting.
• Strong background in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.