Data Scientist

Corteva Agriscience • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind. We are seeking a highly skilled Data Scientist with experience in bioprocess control to join our global Data Science team. This role will focus on applying artificial intelligence, machine learning, and statistical modeling to develop active bioprocess control algorithms, optimize bioprocess workflows, improve operational efficiency, and enable data-driven decision-making in manufacturing and R&D environments.

Requirements

• M.S. + 3 years’ experience or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering, Statistics, or related quantitative field.
• Strong foundation in machine learning, statistical modeling, and process control.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or another programming language.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with bioprocess workflows, fermentation, and downstream processing.
• Hands-on experience with bioprocess optimization models and active process control strategies.
• Experience with industrial data systems and cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of reinforcement learning or adaptive experimentation for process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement active process control strategies , leveraging online measurements and dynamic parameter adjustment for improved productivity and safety.
• Develop and deploy predictive models for bioprocess optimization, including fermentation and downstream processing.
• Partner with engineers and scientists to translate process insights into actionable improvements , such as yield enhancement and cost reduction.
• Analyze high-complexity datasets from bioprocess operations, including sensor data, batch records, and experimental results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data science solutions into plant operations, ensuring scalability and compliance.
• Communicate findings through clear visualizations, reports, and presentations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of data pipelines and modeling frameworks for bioprocess control.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees