At Corteva Agriscience, you’ll help us grow what is 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. 

The Screening and Bioprocess (S&B) group is seeking a Fermentation Development Technician for the Fermentation Development Laboratory (FDL).  Under the general direction of the FDL leader, the incumbent supports the daily operation of bioreactors to improve fermentation outcomes.

 What You'll Do:

Develop a comprehensive understanding of equipment operation while consistently adhering to the highest level of safe operating disciplineOperate and maintain bioreactors to support the study and improvement of fermentation processes, including the addition of medium components, sterilization, daily sampling, cleaning, and routine maintenanceTake ownership of scheduled and unscheduled repairs and maintenance of lab equipment and utilities, demonstrating strong mechanical aptitudePerform sample analysis using instruments such as viscometers, centrifuges, spectrophotometers, laboratory analyzers, and pH metersParticipate in weekend and off-hour fermentation monitoring and sampling, including periodic “call-ins”Work on multiple projects in a highly collaborative environmentDevelop an understanding of fermentation process development requirementsOrder laboratory consumables and handle the receipt and stocking of materials and suppliesSchedule and manage work tasks in alignment with the overall team plan of work and project goalsDemonstrate proficiency in basic computer skills, including MS Office platforms such as Excel, Word, and PowerPointIdentify opportunities to improve workflows or experimental designsRecognize when results deviate from expectationsAdhere to documentation standards and contribute to writing technology reports

What Skills You Need:

Trade school certification, associates or bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, engineering or related discipline is requiredMechanical aptitude including, but not limited to electrical maintenance, steam systems, equipment maintenance and engineering controls is desired.Strong adherence to safety culture at Corteva is requiredAbility to work in diverse teams and excellent interpersonal skills is requiredFlexibility to perform work after hours or on weekends as needed is requiredMust be willing to work in a process environment which requires frequent (50% of workday) bending, reaching, and lifting as well as working with steam and pressurized equipmentA high level of independence and initiative is requiredBasic computer skills (Microsoft Office) are requiredHands on experience with pressurized bioreactors is desiredExperience with programmable logic controller (PLC) or human-machine interface (HMI) programming for closed loop control systems is an asset

Relocation assistance not offered for this position

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
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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.