Microbial Research Scientist

hace 1 mes


San Vicente, Alicante, España Corteva Agriscience A tiempo completo

Position Overview

EMBRACING INNOVATION STARTS WITH YOU

Corteva AgriscienceTM is a pioneering entity in the agricultural sector, dedicated to enhancing the lives of producers and consumers alike, ensuring sustainable progress for future generations. Our workforce embodies this mission daily by fostering an inclusive environment that encourages curiosity, innovative thinking, bold actions, and ethical practices towards our customers, colleagues, partners, and the environment. With a diverse team of over 20,000 individuals across 130 nations, and operating in 140 state-of-the-art research facilities, we possess the resources, leadership legacy, and collaborative network to create a significant impact now and in the future.
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Join Our Dynamic Team

The Biologicals Discovery and Development (BD&D) division within Biologicals R&D at Corteva Agriscience is integral to the identification, advancement, and refinement of live microbial products and natural product active ingredients. We are in search of a Microbial Research Scientist to become a vital member of the Bioprocess Optimization team at our R&D Center, contributing to the expansion of our sustainable product pipeline.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Formulate and execute strategies to enhance solid-state fermentation processes for fungi, aiming for optimal spore yields and metabolite concentrations.
  • Develop and implement methodologies to refine downstream processes, ensuring the production of high-quality, viable spores across various microorganisms.
  • Collaborate with a dedicated team of technicians to coordinate and conduct experiments effectively.
  • Create project plans in partnership with team members, which include sourcing materials, setting up experiments, analyzing results, and suggesting alternative strategies to meet project goals.
  • Present and communicate findings to a range of audiences, including peers and leadership within Corteva.
  • Draft and revise protocols while training technicians to uphold best laboratory practices.

Location: This position is based in a vibrant research environment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Microbiology or a related scientific discipline.
  • Proven experience in microbial fermentation (both laboratory and pilot scales) and bioprocess development.
  • Extensive knowledge in the cultivation and physiological assessment of various microbes.
  • Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal), along with strong interpersonal and technical writing abilities.
  • Experience in a collaborative, results-driven team environment.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills, with a track record of meeting deadlines.
  • Proactive attitude with a desire to learn and enhance skills.
  • Proficiency in both Spanish and English.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Background in host-microbe interactions, particularly in biocontrol applications in plants and filamentous fungi.
  • Experience in the characterization of microbial secondary metabolites.
  • Foundational understanding of plant pathology.

Please submit your CV in English.



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