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Corteva Agriscience · 2 days ago

Associate Investigator

Corteva Agriscience is a company focused on building the future of agriculture through science and technology. The Associate Investigator will work in a team of chemists and engineers to perform laboratory activities related to product synthesis and analysis, ensuring compliance with safety standards and supporting project goals.

AgricultureFarmers MarketFarming
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Responsibilities

Meet all the Corteva EHS&S compliance needs and set safety standards
Set up experimental apparatus and conduct experiment for project needs
Utilize analytical methods to characterize products, raw materials and in process solutions Responsible for project team interactions
Support multi-step campaigns to produce samples for business and project needs
Manage and support experimental lab routine operations such as suppliers, infrastructure, new equipment installation, sample shipment etc
Collect experimental data from a variety of unit operations
Work efficiently with other team members from various disciplines (Chemist, Engineer) as well as work independently as needed
Provide timely project status updates to project team and meet agreed upon project team goals and timelines
Document all research data and project results in proper documentation reports
Mainly support the Technology Guardians/SMEs to execute research projects to fill business objectives
Can also leads Manage and Transfer Technology work for the molecules (molecule focal point), as appropriate

Qualification

ChemistryChemical EngineeringOrganic SynthesisLab Analytical InstrumentsLaboratory SkillsProject OwnershipCommunication Skills

Required

A Bachelor of Science in technical curriculum, preferably Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, etc
A good knowledge of organic synthesis theory and/or chemical engineering principles
A strong hands-on lab skills to set up and run laboratory glass reactor systems, pressure systems, and associated equipment for multi-step sample preparations and understand the safety ramifications
Experience with lab analytical instruments such as LC, GC, PXRD, PSD, NMR, etc
Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work in cross-functional teams
The ability to prioritize and execute numerous projects is critical
High-level of initiative and project ownership

Preferred

Knowledge on lab automation

Benefits

Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills.
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.

Company

Corteva Agriscience

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Corteva Agriscience provides agronomic support and services to help increase farmer productivity and profitability.

H1B Sponsorship

Corteva Agriscience has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (52)
2024 (59)
2023 (40)
2022 (48)
2021 (35)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.7B
2025-05-12Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2023-05-11Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2019-06-03IPO

Leadership Team

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Dave Johnson
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