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. The **Research Technician** will be responsible for assisting in all small plot research activities as a part of Eastern Crops Field Sciences team at Corteva Agriscience. The Research Technician will provide support to the Field Scientists and other scientists and interns in line with the technical objectives provided by the Field Sciences Biology Program leaders and pertinent company stewardship guidelines. The Research Technician will provide support in managing trial establishment but also in field and laboratory data collection, insect/pathogen rearing and collection, equipment maintenance/transport, and safety. You will be expected to travel to assist field scientists in Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio and other geographies as needed. **What You’ll Bring:** + Minimum of High School Diploma/GED and minimum of 2-3 years of experience in Midwestern and Eastern crop protection research in field crops and vegetables. + Broad agronomic understanding and leadership, ability to establish and maintain agronomic crops for executing reliable field trials. Crop production will focus on corn, soybean, and vegetable crops and other crops. + Understands production practices for commercial production including but not limited to land preparation, irrigation, fertilization, pest management and other agronomic practices. + Knowledge and practical experience with production equipment required in crop production (tractors, irrigation, tillage, planting, and spray equipment, harvesters). + Experience operating tractors and performing land preparation activities. + Experience in hauling ag equipment and you will be required to be in DOT program. + Basic mechanical and service work on equipment and site buildings required. + Flexibility to changing work requirements and adaptable to adverse weather conditions including the ability to work outdoors year-round. + Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to keep detailed work records. + Ability to lead and manage crews including seasonal temporary labor. + Versatile individual who can solve practical problems with minimum supervision and is able to work in a diverse team. Ability to work effectively within a team environment. + Ability to apply pesticides with backpack and tractor mounted spray equipment. + Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed. + Ability to communicate in English and work with others in a team setting of diverse cultural backgrounds and languages. + Ability to occasionally lift 20 to 50 lbs. + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. + Must be committed to a strong safety and stewardship culture. **VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position.** **Relocation is not available 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 + Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits (https://hrportal.ehr.com/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=2Nre68t3vrs%3d&portalid=351) + Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life 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. The salary range for this position is $ to $. This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made. 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. Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact Information For US Applicants: See the ‘Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law’ poster. To all recruitment agencies: Corteva does not accept unsolicited third party resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.