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Job Description Grow whatu2019s next. Grow your future. Are you excited to contribute to innovative research to enhance food security and drive sustainability? Join us at Corteva Agriscience for an exciting and impactful 6-month temporary research assistant position designed to give broad based exposure to and contribute to the day-to-day activities of the Field Experimentation team through grower facing on-farm research trials. You will work with a dynamic, best-in-class on-farm program operating in the Farming Solutions & Digital subfunction of R&D. The temporary research assistant position will provide valuable experiences that can be applied to future full-time positions in industry or academia. You will serve as an on-farm research agronomist assistant, working closely with the commercial and R&D teams to engage farmers in farmer-participatory research trials. You will be involved in multiple phases of research including farmer recruitment, trial establishment, experimental design, treatment establishment, in-field data collection, and geospatial data management. The research conducted will be used to aid the Farming Solutions and Digital team in delivering digital decision support systems to support data-driven solutions for farmers. The position duration is 6 months (1000 hours) and can be conducted during the spring semester through summer, or from summer through the fall semester. Responsibilities u2013 What Youu2019ll Do: u2003u2022 Assist in data collection including disease scoring, sensor installation and troubleshooting, and UAV data collection. u2003u2022 Collaborate with team members to aid in data collection using technology and proprietary data collection software and sensors. u2003u2022 Travel to other field locations as part of the data collection process. u2003u2022 Contribute to a safe and respectful work environment by following safety policies and procedures provided by the company. u2003u2022 Work with area on-farm research team members to build relationships and establish trial locations with farmer-cooperators, Corteva sales representatives (Crop Health, Seeds, Biologicals) and agronomists. u2003u2022 Discuss complex trial protocols to ensure proper execution by farmers. Proactively communicate to anticipate questions and resolve challenges as they arise. u2003u2022Assist in collection, curation, and creation of geospatial data including creation of trial layouts, collection and validation of as-applied data, and capture and organization of as-harvested data along with relevant meta data. u2003u2022 Maintain accurate records of trial execution and progress through strong cooperator communication and contribute to project progress tracking through accurate reporting and data entry to facilitate periodic geographic summaries to leadership team and other stakeholders. Please Note: This is a temporary role routed through a third-party staffing agency. The individual hired will not be a Corteva employee and will not be eligible for Corteva employee benefits. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements u2022 Ideal for candidates with foundational coursework and/or experience in Agronomy, Agricultural Business or Sales, Plant Sciences, Plant Physiology, Plant Pathology, Plant Breeding, Ag Education, Genetics, Biology, Environmental Sciences, or related field. u2003u2022 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. u2003u2022 Knowledge of farming management and agronomic challenges; current seed and crop protection product knowledge. u2003u2022 Self-starter with attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. u2003u2022 Curious and critical thinker with a positive attitude and desire to learn. u2003u2022 Competency with standard Microsoft Office programs and cloud data sharing. u2003u2022 U.S. driver's license and ability to travel. (~50-80% travel required in peak season - vehicle provided). u2003u2022 Physical Requirements u2003u2003u25cb Ability to conduct in-field data collection in potentially hot, humid, or muddy conditions. u2003u2003u25cb Must be able to relocate or be local to the geography of the On-Farm Territory. u2003u2003u25cb May require working compensated overtime during seasonal peak periods. u2003u2003u25cb Must be willing to travel and stay overnight to assist with data collation and workload as needed. u2003u2003u25cb Must be willing to work in all outdoor field and farm environments. u2022 FAA Part 107 UAS certificate, or willing to obtain. u2003u2022 Certified pesticide handler and/or applicator license, or willing to obtain. u2003u2022 Experience communicating with farmers in a 1:1 setting. u2003u2022 Experience with geospatial file creation and manipulation through ArcGIS or QGIS is preferred.