Corteva Agriscience is seeking a responsible and highly motivated Agronomy Specialist to join its Research and Development team in Napoleon, Ohio. This role supports the development and testing of new traits, hybrids, and varietal products in corn, soy, and wheat as an integral member of a multi-crop, cross-functional research center.
About Corteva Agriscience
Mission: Building the future of agriculture through breakthrough innovation and technology
Research Focus: Multi-crop, cross-functional research center in Napoleon, Ohio
Crop Segments: Corn, soy, and wheat trait, hybrid, and varietal product development
Core Values: Ethical, professional behavior upheld across all research activities
Purpose: Bettering the lives of people and fueling the progress of humankind
Career Growth & Benefits Opportunity
Development: Numerous opportunities to build skills through hands-on research work
Health & Wellbeing: Health benefits from day one, plus four weeks paid time off annually
Parental Leave: Minimum of 16 weeks paid leave for both mother and father
Future Planning: Competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
Position Overview
As Agronomy Specialist, you will validate, operate, and troubleshoot agricultural research equipment including sprayers, tractors, planters, combines, and forklifts. You’ll assist with weed management, spraying and fertilizing operations, and support research center activities including experiment planning, location mapping, seed preparation, data collection, and quality control, while collaborating with local and departmental staff to follow protocols for timely data collection.
💡 Why This Role Matters: As Agronomy Specialist at Corteva Agriscience, you contribute directly to the development of next-generation corn, soy, and wheat products, gain hands-on experience operating advanced agricultural research equipment, build expertise in small plot experimental design and data collection, work within a collaborative, cross-functional research team, and grow your career with a global leader in agricultural innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Operation & Maintenance
- Validate, operate, and troubleshoot agricultural research equipment
- Operate sprayers, tractors, planters, combines, and forklifts
- Ensure general maintenance activities are conducted on equipment in a timely manner
Field Operations & Weed Management
- Assist with weed management at research locations, including spraying and fertilizing operations
- Ensure optimal plant health and compliance with environmental regulations
- Support research center activities including experiment planning and location mapping
Data Collection & Quality Control
- Assist with seed preparation, data collection, and quality control
- Collaborate with local and departmental staff to follow data collection protocols
- Summarize results, note problem areas, and recommend corrective actions
Safety & Professional Standards
- Uphold Corteva’s Core Values as a role model for ethical and professional behavior
- Follow all safety policies and procedures, communicating changes to the team
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in agricultural/biological sciences, or 2–4 years of equivalent related experience
Experience Requirements
- Ability to operate a variety of agricultural equipment; research equipment experience preferred
- Knowledge and experience of agronomy, crop production, plant development, and weed management
- Experience with small plot experimental design preferred
Essential Skills & Requirements
- Ability to obtain a Part 107 UAS License and safe drone operating training preferred
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a diverse team
- Attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment with strong self-motivation
- Adept at standard software programs and internal data systems
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; CMV license may be required
- Commercial pesticide license or ability to obtain one
- Ability to work extended days, weekends, and occasional overnight stays during peak season
- Capable of physical lifting up to 50 pounds and working outdoors for extended periods
About Corteva Agriscience
Join Corteva Agriscience, a global leader in agricultural innovation building the future of farming through breakthrough science and technology. The Napoleon, Ohio research center brings together a multi-crop, cross-functional team dedicated to developing new traits, hybrids, and varietal products in corn, soy, and wheat, driving progress that betters lives worldwide.
Career Excellence: Build a hands-on agronomy research career with day-one health benefits, generous paid time off, and strong retirement and tuition support.
Who Should Apply?
- Agricultural Science Graduates: With an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Equipment Operators: Experienced with tractors, sprayers, planters, and combines
- Field Research Technicians: Skilled in data collection and small plot experimental design
- Weed Management Specialists: Familiar with spraying, fertilizing, and environmental compliance
- Hands-On Problem Solvers: Comfortable working independently in outdoor, deadline-driven settings
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