Field Testing Specialist

Corteva Agriscience • York, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity for a Field Testing Specialist based in York, Nebraska. The Field Testing Specialist position will serve as an integral team member of a comprehensive research station providing support for all station operations. The ideal candidate must have knowledge and experience about the agriculture industry and a high aptitude for attention to detail.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Associate degree in agriculture or scientific related field plus 2-4 years industry related experience.
• Keen knowledge of agronomy, crop production, plant development, and experimental field plot design.
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate excellent communication/personal interaction skills to foster teamwork, enhance a positive work environment, and effectively develop strong internal and external working relationships with a diverse group of people.
• Experience and skills with computers and data management.
• Experience operating planting and harvest equipment including electronics, GPS systems and data collection systems.
• Demonstrate skills in leadership, operational safety, supervision, and time management.
• Must be capable of working in varying ergonomic and environmental conditions for extended periods of time.
• Ability to obtain appropriate pesticide applicator license/certification.
• Valid drivers license required.

Responsibilities

• Support the York Research Center operations with multi crop seed filling, seed preparation and data collection.
• Skilled in operating planting, harvesting, and spray equipment as well as specialized remote sensing equipment.
• Agronomic knowledge of weed control and plot maintenance.
• Collect data and assess data quality.
• Assist with experiment planning and mapping.
• Supervise part-time employee crews to complete field activities according to protocols.
• Availability for overtime during peak seasons of planting and harvest.
• 100% site dedicated position.

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: Associate degree