Trait Characterization & Development (tcd) Leader

CORTEVA AGRISCIENCE

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.

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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

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