Analytical Specialist

Corteva Agriscience; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Corteva Agriscience is seeking an Analytical Specialist to conduct studies supporting development and registration of crop protection ingredients. You will partner with R&D analytical SMEs and manufacturing teams to transfer methods, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quality data.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and hands-on experience with analytical techniques (HPLC, GC). You’ll support multiple regional labs and contribute to continuous improvement of analytical workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related science is required.
• Two years of relevant analytical chemistry experience preferred.
• Ability to learn and use multiple analytical instruments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Process Analytical Technology and R&D teams to perform experiments and report results.
• Conduct analytical studies to support registration and production of ingredients.
• Support method transfer to pilot plants and manufacturing facilities.
• Troubleshoot analytical issues and optimize data quality.
• Maintain lab equipment and data documentation according to protocols.
• Participate in development of automated workflows to improve analytics.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

HPLC analysis

GC analysis

Instrument troubleshooting

Data interpretation

Regulatory understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

ICP

IC

LC-MS

GC-MS

SFC

Job description

Who are we, and what do we do?

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.

Who are we, and what do we do?

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.

Analytical specialist role is responsible for conducting studies in support of development and registration of crop protection active ingredients and maintain the manufacturing productions, both internally and externally. This role will partner closely with R&D analytical SMEs, analytical team in manufacturing plants to transfer and implement the methods and troubleshoot the analytical problems. This role will also partner with Quality and External Manufacturing to qualify and release materials.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with Process Analytical Technology team members to efficiently perform experiments and communicate results to stakeholders according to required timelines.
• Perform analytical studies of various types of materials in support of registration and production of active ingredients.
• Provide local support to ensure the method transfer and implementation in the pilot plant and manufacturing facilities.
• Provide analytical support to regional PDI teams, including Midland, Shanghai and Savli process development teams. The activities include but not limited to support the instrument/method troubleshooting to enable the lab work in the regional labs.
• Ensure that all data are being generated and documented in a manner consistent with best practices, and study protocols.
• Process and interpret quality of analytical data. Troubleshoot and implement analytical solutions for experimental challenges as needed to ensure study requirements are met.
• Support daily operations of the analytical laboratories by maintaining the instrumentation and lab areas.
• Actively collaborate with the team to support the development and implementation of automated tools and workflows to drive continuous improvement in analytical workflows and capabilities.

Education

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required. Degree discipline in Chemistry or a related science is preferred.

What Skills You Need

• Two years relevant work experience with analytical chemistry techniques is preferred.
• Good lab skills, sample preparation, HPLC and GC analysis. Ability to learn additional skills, including ICP, IC, LC-MS, GC-MS, SFC, etc.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, and customer focused environment preferred.
• Demonstrates flexibility to accommodate urgent projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be able to effectively interact with a diverse group of stakeholders and peers.
• Demonstration of the value of environmental health and safety.
• Work/Visa Sponsorship not offered for this role.

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
• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits

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.