Analytical Specialist

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.

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• 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 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. Activities include but are not limited to supporting instrument/method troubleshooting to enable lab work in regional labs.
• Ensure all data are generated and documented in a manner consistent with best practices and study protocols. Process and interpret the 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 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.

Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required. Degree discipline in Chemistry or a related science is preferred.
• Two years of relevant work experience with analytical chemistry techniques is preferred.
• Good lab skills, including 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. 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 is not offered for this role.

Benefits

• Numerous development opportunities to build your skills.
• Health benefits for you and your family starting 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, including a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father.
• Future planning with a competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program.

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