Not specified; not specified; health benefits, 4 w...
Fully remote
10+ years r&d experience in agricultural industry
Deep experience in trait development and characterization
Leadership of complex cross-functional organizations
Corteva Agriscience is seeking a Trait Characterization & Development (TCD) Leader to oversee the strategic, scientific, and operational aspects of trait development within their Biotechnology sector. The role requires extensive experience in R&D, particularly in agricultural biotechnology, and emphasizes leadership across cross-functional teams in a fully remote setting
Job Summary
The TCD Leader provides strategic, scientific, and global operational leadership across Biotech seed production, characterization, and field testing.
This role is accountable for translating Biotechnology traits project strategy into executable characterization and development plans to support product opportunities.
Benefits include health coverage on the first day, four weeks of paid time off, two weeks of well-being pay, and excellent parental leave.
Matching Summary
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Corteva Agriscience is seeking a Trait Characterization & Development (TCD) Leader to oversee the strategic, scientific, and operational aspects of trait development within their Biotechnology sector. The role requires extensive experience in R&D, particularly in agricultural biotechnology, and emphasizes leadership across cross-functional teams in a fully remote setting.
Salary
Not specified; Not specified; Health benefits, 4 weeks PTO, 2 weeks well-being pay, parental leave, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
10+ years R&D experience in agricultural industry
Deep experience in trait development and characterization
Leadership of complex cross-functional organizations
Expertise in field testing and facilities management
Ability to make high-quality decisions under ambiguity
Nice-to-have
Strong systems thinking and strategic judgment
Experience with digital transformation initiatives
Fostering culture of accountability and inclusion
Global operational leadership capabilities
Key Requirements
Advanced degree (Ph.D. strongly preferred) in relevant scientific discipline
10+ years of experience in R&D within the agricultural industry
Proven success leading complex, cross-functional organizations