Corteva Agriscience · 15 hours ago
Research Associate
Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expCorteva Agriscience is a company focused on leading breakthroughs in agriculture through science and technology. The Research Associate role involves conducting experiments, analyzing data, and supporting various biochemical assays related to insecticidal proteins.
AgricultureFarmers MarketFarming
Responsibilities
Characterize the mode of action of insecticidal proteins
Assemble and analyzes data of specific problems while initiating action within standard procedures
Be involved in protein production and purification for use in the development and implementation of various biochemical assays to characterize protein-protein interactions aimed at identifying the mechanism of activity of insecticidal proteins
Additional responsibilities will include general laboratory maintenance, buffer preparation, performing subcellular fractionations, data management and regular communications to stakeholders on progress
Qualification
Required
Associates with 3+ years of experience or Bachelor of Science degree with 0 to 3 years of experience in protein biochemistry or related fields
Highly competent and motivated with working experience in subcellular fractionation protocols, protein purification and general laboratory maintenance
Strong communication and organizational skills, a high level of attention to detail, and a desire to learn and develop new technologies and skills
An ability to work in a dynamic multidisciplinary group environment and manage multiple projects at one time
Preferred
Experience with insecticidal proteins, receptor-mediated mechanisms, or protein structure determination would be beneficial but are not required
Benefits
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.
Company
Corteva Agriscience
Corteva Agriscience provides agronomic support and services to help increase farmer productivity and profitability.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.7B2025-05-12Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2023-05-11Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2019-06-03IPO
Leadership Team
Dave Johnson
Automation Coordinator
Stefano Turati
Global Regulatory Leader and Business Partner - Herbicide
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