Analytical Scientist

Indianaagconnection; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Analytical Scientist to join their Analytical R&D Team in Indianapolis. This role focuses on developing cutting-edge analytical methods to support formulation research and product development in agriculture. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry and extensive experience with LC, GC, and Mass Spectrometry. You will collaborate with talented colleagues, leading projects that drive innovation in crop protection and biological products. Join a company dedicated to enriching lives and advancing agricultural solutions while enjoying numerous benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health benefits from day one

Four weeks paid time off

Excellent parental leave

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Numerous development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry with 3+ years of experience preferred.
• Extensive experience in LC and GC techniques for method development required.
• Strong technical knowledge in Analytical and Separation Science.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods for formulation research.
• Lead the adoption of innovative analytical methodologies.
• Mentor junior scientists and document project progress.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Method Development

LC Techniques

GC Techniques

Mass Spectrometry

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry

MS in Chemistry

BS in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

LC-MS

UPLC

Job description

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Who are we, and what do we do?
Corteva Agriscience?is the only major agriscience company in the world completely dedicated to agriculture. Our purpose is to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generation to come. Our inspiration is to be an innovator, driving the next generation of agriculture products that help farms and farmers flourish and through partnering with society becoming the most trusted partner in the global agriculture and food community.

The Analytical R&D Team (ARDT) within Product Science and Technology in Indianapolis, IN, USA, is seeking an Analytical Scientist to support formulation research and development through innovative analytical solutions. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative crop protection and biological products using state of the art analytical tools. The ideal candidate will possess an in-depth understanding of separation science, extensive experience in method development using LC, GC, and Mass Spectrometry, and strong technical problem-solving skills. Additionally, the ability to evaluate and implement new analytical technologies and methods to advance current analytical capabilities is essential. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with talented colleagues while developing and growing your career.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and validate analytical methods to support early-stage formulation research, product development, launch, and post-launch activities.
• Partner with formulation scientists through project teams to deliver analytical solutions and generate key data and information using HPLC, GC, LC/GC-MS and/or other instrumental analysis techniques.
• Provide scientific leadership in driving the adoption of innovative analytical methodologies and technologies. Lead the research and development of new analytical capabilities, including high-throughput UPLC, LC-MS techniques.
• Engage with key partners and stakeholders to develop a deep understanding of analytical needs and identify optimal analytical solutions and improvement opportunities.
• Effectively communicate and document progress of projects and timelines to diverse team members and stakeholders.
• Represent analytical science on cross-functional project teams and lead cross functional initiatives.
• Provide mentorship and coaching to junior scientists and team members and serve as a resource for developing best practices in analytical methodologies and problem-solving approaches.

What Skills You Need:

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry or related field with 3 or more years of relevant work experience is preferred; MS or BS with 5-10 years relevant experience will be considered.
• Extensive experience in LC, GC and/or LC-MS techniques for analytical method development is required.
• Prior experience with LC/MS, GC/MS and high throughput UPLC or LC-MS is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge in Analytical and Separation Science; strong technical knowledge of theory, application and relevant instrumentation is required.
• Proficiency in utilizing scientific methodology to solve complex technical problems.
• Ability to manage a broad scope of activities including but not limited to: conducting experiments, participating effectively in a team environment, assisting scientists from other disciplines with experimental design, and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to effectively interact with customers, peers, plant personnel, R&D, scale-up personnel, and industrial experts.
• Strong communication, troubleshooting, networking, and computer skills to extract, evaluate data, and make sound technical decisions.
• Ability to communicate and document research results in reports, presentations, and publications.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear objectives and establish practical action plans.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in a team environment.

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Benefits - How We'll Support You:

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

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

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