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Process Development and Implementation within Crop Health R&D has an exciting opportunity for an **Separation SME** to join our process analytical technology group. You will be part of a diverse team of analytical chemists, organic chemists, chemical engineers, delivering solutions to active ingredients from discovery stage through manufacturing support.

The ideal candidate will possess a breadth of analytical experience, specialize in separation technology, ability to design and conduct laboratory experiments, and a solid foundation in analytical data analysis. Candidates should excel in technical problem-solving, demonstrate learning agility, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams with good communication skills.

What You’ll Do:

+ Perform laboratory activities with a strong mindset of safety and technical rigor.

+ Develop robust analytical methods (eg. HPLC assay/impurity, GC assay/impurity/solvent etc) to enable project advancement.

+ Collaborate with multiple analytical disciplines (separations, spectroscopy, NMR etc.) to provide data and solutions in a timely manner to project teams.

+ Communicate effectively with key partners and stakeholders.

+ Partner with process, biology, discovery, and regulatory stakeholders to ensure project delivery across development.

+ Lead and collaborate with other functions or external partners to enable successful transfer to implement analytical methods.

+ Direct or facilitate material testing activities conducted by other characterization analytical groups, or external partners.

+ Identify and exploit new scientific concepts.

+ Identify the potential problems and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills.

+ Be self-motivated to contribute across multiple projects and lead analytical problem solving.

+ Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills to represent both the technical aspects and business-related implication of the work.

+ Publish original manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals; present at external and internal scientific meetings.

What Skills You Need:

+ Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry or equivalent with expertise in analytical with a minimum of 3 years industry experience.

+ Strong background in organic chemistry and process development to support method development and problem solving is preferred.

+ Experience in characterization and quantification of synthetic small molecules, natural products, synthetic polymers, or biopolymers by HPLC or GC is required.

+ General knowledge of other analytical technologies, including but not limited to LC/MS or GC/MS, is preferred.

+ Demonstrated ability in collaborating with diverse teams and working independently with minimal supervision.

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills.

+ Proven track record of peer-reviewed publications.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

+ Technical knowledge and skills

+ Leadership

+ Initiative

+ Value-Creation

+ Teamwork

+ Effective communication skills

+ Data Driven

+ Organized, effective time management

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)

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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.

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.

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