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Corteva Agriscience · 4 hours ago

Field Testing Specialist

Garden City, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Corteva Agriscience is a company focused on leading breakthroughs in agriculture through science and technology. The Field Testing Specialist will manage daily agricultural research operations, including planting, growing, and harvesting, while ensuring data quality and adopting new technologies.

AgricultureFarmers MarketFarming

No H1B

Responsibilities

Operate and troubleshoot agricultural research equipment by having the ability to onboard, operate, and maintain. This includes irrigation systems, tractors, field cultivators, planters, sprayers, forklifts, and research combines

Use technology and modern software tools to conduct field research experiments

Follow specific protocols to collect, analyze, and distribute large volumes of data

Collaborate with experiment managers to summarize results of experiments, note problem areas during data collection, and recommend actions

Effectively ensure the proper and timely maintenance of Ag. equipment

Collaborate with the team to plan and organize weekly workflow efficiently to ensure completion of projects according to deadlines

Effectively communicate with coworkers, key customers, and management

Plan and coordinate with vendors to ensure that equipment is ready for the season

May manage and direct the work of temporary and seasonal employees

Contribute to maintaining a safe and respectful work environment

Compile and record information using computer software and databases. Create documentation toward protocols

Assist with research center projects and research seed production activities, including seed preparation for planting, pollinating, and combine/hand harvest. These are critical times for the success of the research program, so weekend work and overtime will be required at these times

Provide support for other research projects as assigned

Maintain and ensure proper policies are being upheld through compliance record keeping and documentation

Use standardized operating procedures to ensure that all material necessary for conducting field experiments is prepared properly and on time

Follow all safety policies and procedures provided by the company while leading these policies and communicating any changes to the team

Qualification

Agricultural research equipmentData analysisAgronomy knowledgeMicrosoft OfficePesticide applicator licenseResults drivenSafety orientedMechanical abilityCommunication skills

Required

Education: Associate degree or bachelor's degree in agriculture or scientific field with 2-4 years. Experience in Agronomy, Plant Breeding, farming-related or a scientific-related field

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with diverse groups of people

Results Driven: Self-motivated and able to initiate projects, improvements, decisions, and problem-solving. Detail-oriented, strong time management and organizational skills

Safety Oriented: Commitment to excellent safety and risk management practices

Technologically Savvy: Competency with standard Microsoft Office programs and capacity to learn new technologies and software. Handling of large volumes of data will be required

Physical Requirements: Will be required to do physical lifting and work outdoors and in varying ergonomic environments. Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds

Additional hours and weekends during seasonal peak periods, including some overnight stays

Driver's License, acceptable driving record, and ability to obtain CMV and/or CDL

Ability to obtain appropriate pesticide applicator license/certification

Preferred

Strong Agronomy Background: Ability to scout crops and make recommendations based on findings

Strong Farming Practices: Knowledge of general farming practices. Ability to operate agricultural equipment and be able to move between different pieces of equipment throughout the season

Mechanical Ability: General knowledge to be able to diagnose and solve most mechanical failures while in season and during off-season maintenance