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Who are we, and what do we do?

At 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.

Regulatory Sciences R&D is seeking to hire a Lab Technician at our Johnston, IA campus.

What You'll Do:

• Implement formal assay validations for insect diets, grain-based diets, 28d, acute tox lot diets, and processed fractions.

• Principal Investigator for pre-diet characterization and studies.

• Create protein assay (ELISA and Western blot) method validation summary reports for country submissions.

• Provide protein analytical support through a team of researchers in Seeds Regulatory Sciences.

• Transfer protein assays and reagents for both in- and out-licensed traits that support our product development and submissions

• Serve as Study Director for regulatory protein safety studies including but not limited to quantification of proteins or metabolites in biotech products

• Contributing scientist for protein expression/characterization studies.

• Contributing scientist for protein assay validation studies.

• Contributing scientist for protein analysis on project teams.

• Draft and execute SOPs for analytical assays and characterization.

• Co-author scientific papers and peer review submitted papers that support registration of new traits for chemical and plant journals.

• Maintain continuous engagement with established quality management systems, programs, and auditing teams to maintain compliance of protocols and reports.

• Represent and communicate protein analysis data to diverse stakeholders.

• Build protein analytic capability within the department through coaching and mentoring - people leadership.

• Explore novel technologies to improve and enhance Protein Sciences productivity and efficiency.

This role can accommodate a hybrid work arrangement where you may work 1 days a week from home.

Qualifications

What Skills You Need:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related scientific fields.

• Some industry experience working in the laboratory is preferred.

• Working knowledge of GLPs and understanding of biotech regulatory guidance is desired.

• Creative thinking and ability to work both independently and in team environments is critical.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, while meeting critical deadlines.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally by phone, email, and in-person with internal employees.

• Excellent organizational skills and record keeping ability.

• Ability to coach technical staff equitably and professionally is a plus.

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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)

• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life (https://www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life/3006dde6-2563-4a98-8e94-ee4feba88cff/)

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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