Research & Development – Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Req ID: 227338W-01

Description

Come join our team as a Research Scientist – Statistician! Provide statistical consulting and advanced statistical methodology expertise to support and enable experimental design and data analysis in crop protection product development. The position will lead the expanding advanced statistical design and analysis needs for greenhouse and field experiments in the priority initiative areas of crop protection, along with the implementation of key statistical methodologies in internal software tools.

Who are we, and what do we do?

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.

Research Scientist – Job Responsibilities:

• Exercises scientific judgment regarding advanced statistical methodologies to provide research and statistical consulting expertise for crop protection product evaluation. Advises the initiation, design, analysis, and interpretation of field and greenhouse experiments. Includes written and verbal summaries used for decision-making. Utilizes statistical software such as SAS, R, JMP and other packages as needed for research applications.
• Lead the development and implementation of statistical models in our in-house flexible and automated analysis tools, in partnership with the internal IT group.
• Apply advanced statistical knowledge and professional statistical modeling concepts in accordance with company objectives to solve complex biological problems in creative and effective ways.
• Leading the development and implementation of advanced statistical procedures to address complex biological questions and applying these procedures to key initiatives.

Qualifications

What will You need as a Research Scientist?

• Ph.D. in statistics or MS with 3-5 years of experience as a statistician.
• Experience in Agriculture is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of current and new statistical concepts and methodologies especially experimental design, mixed models, nonlinear models, generalized linear mixed models and the ability to solve complex problems by determining and using appropriate statistical techniques.
• Proficient in statistical programming languages, including R, or SAS.
• Strong consulting/interpersonal skills and ability to work well as part of a scientific team.
• An ability to multitask effectively under tight time and resource constraints.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $97,000 – $134,000 yearly. 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. In addition, this position includes benefits where you can learn more here.

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
• 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.

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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:

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