Research Associate
Corteva
- Carman, MB
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Use technology, including drones, ipads and modern software tools to conduct field research experiments
- Follow specific protocols to collect, analyze and distribute large volumes of data
- Collaborate with experiment managers to summarize results of experiments, note problem areas during data collection, and recommend actions
- Effectively communicate with growers, coworkers, key customers and management.
- Assist with research center projects and research seed production activities, including seed preparation for planting, pollinating, and combine/hand harvest. These are critical times for the success of the research program, so weekend work and overtime will be required at these times.
- Operate agricultural research equipment. This includes tractors, planters, sprayers, forklifts, and research combines.
- May manage and direct the work of temporary and seasonal employees
- Contribute to maintaining a safe and respectful work environment
- Provide support for other research projects as assigned
- Technologically Savvy: Competency with standard Microsoft Office programs and capacity to learn new technologies and software. Handling of large volumes of data will be required.
- Equipment Operation: Ability to operate agricultural research equipment. This includes tractors, planters, sprayers, forklifts, and research combines.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with diverse groups of people.
- Results Driven: Self-motivated and ability to initiate projects, improvements, decisions, and problem solving. Detail-oriented, strong time management and organizational skills.
- Safety Oriented: Commitment to excellent safety and risk management practices
- Willing and able to work a flexible schedule including shift work and overtime hours including weekend work required during seasonal peaks
- Additional hours and weekends during seasonal peak periods, including some overnight stays.
- Driver's License, acceptable driving record, and ability to obtain CMV