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Corteva Agriscience Senior Research Associate - Protein Purification in Johnston, Iowa
Description
Trait Discovery and Optimization team in Biotechnology is looking for a Senior Research Associate to join Insect Control and Herbicide Tolerance Discovery group.
Responsibilities - What You Will Do:
Design and execute scientifically-sound experiments towards protein discovery utilizing principles of chromatography and filtration.
Perform routine tasks of protein extraction from biological samples
Generate and record data, perform data analysis and author reports.
Maintain records in Benchling and electronic lab notebook.
Work in a collaborative team environment to deliver timely results.
Qualifications
What Skills You Need:
Bachelor's in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or allied field with 5+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree
Prior research and lab experience necessary
Understand principles of protein biochemistry, chromatography, bioinformatics pertaining to protein identification
Hands-on experience with protein purification techniques such as anion exchange chromatography, hydrophobic interaction, size exclusion and tangential flow filtration
Familiarity with AKTA instruments and Unicorn software
Team player, with demonstrated written and oral scientific communication skills.
Experience working with plants, bacteria, fungi is a plus
VISA sponsorship 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
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