SPRC Producibility Scientist - NA

Iowa Ag; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Company purpose

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan & tuition

Job summary

Vylor seeks a SPRC Producibility Scientist - NA to identify and develop concepts improving producibility in seed production. You will manage technical projects across Production, Commercial and R&D to meet objectives and test hypotheses.

You’ll oversee protocols, interpret field data, and collaborate across centers to advance new agronomy and plant breeding technologies. This role is hybrid, based in North America, with in-office Tue–Thu and remote Mon & Fri.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in agronomy or related field.
• Proven track record managing agronomic / research programs.
• Strong data skills and ability to apply new technology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, implement and support agronomy and/or plant breeding technologies in seed production research.
• Represent Seed Production Research and Characterization at research centers to meet field testing needs.
• Identify gaps to improve cost, quality and reliability of seed production.
• Develop, oversee, and execute research protocols against science plans delivering superior hybrids and cost savings.
• Analyze field data with attention to data quality and maintain production field trials.
• Work independently and across functions to prioritize projects and resources.
• Apply precision agriculture, data analytics, and field imaging to high-quality field research.

Skills

Agronomy

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Statistical analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Masters degree in Agronomy/Ag research

Tools

R/SAS statistical tools

Job description

Vylor - Powering the Future of Agriculture

At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on. Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.

Vylor is seeking a SPRC Producibility Scientist - North America. The SPRC Producibility Scientist - NA will identify, assess, and develop new scientific concepts and/or technologies to provide solutions that improve producibility and reduce variability in Vylor Seed Production. You will manage scientific, technical and data projects, coordinate with other professionals and support personnel within Production, Commercial and R&D to accomplish producibility objectives. You will define approach to scientific, technical, and/or data problems, developing, testing, and validating hypotheses.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

This is a hybrid role working in‑office Tuesday–Thursday; remote Monday and Friday.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver, implement and support new agronomy and/or plant breeding technologies and solutions within seed production research and characterization to drive seed production research and characterization objectives
• Represent Seed Production Research and Characterization and Global Seed Operations (GSO) at research centers to meet field testing needs and help drive technology advancements
• Identify gaps and needs within seed production research and characterization to improve the cost, quality and reliability of seed production
• Develop, oversee, and execute research protocols and projects against science plans that can deliver superior hybrids, incremental savings and improve the cost, quality and reliability of seed production
• Responsible for analyzing and interpreting field data, with attention towards data quality, and specialized maintenance of Production Research field trials and parent characterization plot trials at regional research hubs
• Work both independently and cross‑functionally with multiple stakeholders to prioritize projects and resources, refine project scope, expectations, and potential benefits
• Understand and apply the benefits of precision agriculture, data analytics, field imaging, and new technologies to high‑quality field research

What Skills You Need

• Required Qualifications: Masters degree in Agronomy, Agricultural research, or Ag technical field.
• Demonstrated success in managing agronomic / research programs
• Strong record of innovation and applying new technology
• Excellent people, managerial and organizational skills
• Excellent communication – oral, written, under diverse circumstances and audiences
• Results driven and capacity to influence within a matrixed organization and across functions
• Demonstrated statistical and data skills, attention to detail, results orientation

Preferred qualifications

Masters degree with 5+ years’ experience in Agricultural research, or Ag technical field.

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.

Check out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/

We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Vylor 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.