Research Assistant, Crop Science & Greenhouse Trials

Corteva Agriscience; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off & wellness pay

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Corteva Agriscience is seeking a Research Assistant in Johnston, Iowa to contribute to transformation pipelines and seed handling operations. You will support daily floor activities in a warm greenhouse, assist with pollinations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced research environment.

The role requires an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in agriculture-related fields, experience with shoot bagging, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, horticulture, plant sciences or related field.
• Experience with shoot bagging corn and greenhouse/field settings is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Create pollen and silk donor experiments for transformation pipeline.
• Manage seed inventories for donors with seed handling team.
• Track T0 numbers and timelines as plants progress in Controlled Environments.
• Collaborate with CE teams and external partners.
• Lead crew for shoot bagging and pollination bag management while maintaining trait purity.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Effective communicator

Driver’s license

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in agriculture/plant sciences

Tools

MS Office

Internal research software

Job description

Corteva Agriscience is seeking a Research Assistant in Johnston, Iowa to contribute to transformation pipelines and seed handling operations. You will support daily floor activities in a warm greenhouse, assist with pollinations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced research environment.

The role requires an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in agriculture-related fields, experience with shoot bagging, and a valid driver’s license.