Corteva Agriscience is seeking a Field Testing Specialist to support research activities at their Macomb, Illinois facility. The role involves a combination of equipment operation, data collection, and project management to contribute to agricultural research
Job Summary
The Field Testing Specialist provides day-to-day support for a variety of activities at the research center, playing a key role in supporting all projects through experiment planning, data collection and analysis, and field operations.
Responsibilities include operating and troubleshooting agricultural research equipment, collecting and analyzing phenotypic data, participating in experiment planning, and assisting with plot maintenance.
Benefits include numerous development opportunities, health benefits on the first day, generous paid time off, excellent parental leave, and a competitive retirement savings plan.
Matching Summary
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Corteva Agriscience is seeking a Field Testing Specialist to support research activities at their Macomb, Illinois facility. The role involves a combination of equipment operation, data collection, and project management to contribute to agricultural research.
Salary
Base: $75,564.00 - $88,502.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus; Benefits: Health benefits, PTO, retirement savings plan
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Operate agricultural research equipment
Collect phenotypic data
Follow specific protocols
Use technology and modern software tools
Assist with plot maintenance
Supervise contract labor and interns
Assist with seed shipments
Assist with research center projects
Nice-to-have
Commitment to excellent safety practices
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work well with diverse groups
Attention to detail in a deadline driven environment
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in agriculture or science-related field
2-4 years of industry-related experience
Valid US driver’s license
Ability to obtain pesticide private applicators license in Illinois