Description

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
• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

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.