Location: Huxley, Iowa

Dow AgroSciences LLC, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, is a top-tier agricultural company that combines the power of science and technology with the Human Element to constantly improve what is essential to human progress. Dow AgroSciences provides innovative technologies for crop protection, pest and vegetation management, seeds, traits, and agricultural biotechnology to serve the world's growing population. Global sales for Dow AgroSciences, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company, are $3.8 billion.

This position is part of the Mycogen Seeds organization, an affiliate of Dow AgroSciences.

The Research Technician will assist in day to day operations of corn breeding programs. This position will provide technical assistance to the breeders for the development of new inbreds and hybrids that contribute to the commercial success of the company. Work activities will include assisting with the management of nursery sites, identifying and managing isolation and yield testing sites, conducting and supervising temporary employees in seed packaging, planting, pollination and harvest. The Research Technician will work with breeders and Field Biologists at the location in a team orientated environment with training in cross functional areas.

Typical activities may include:

• Operate and maintain field equipment. Load and transport field equipment.

• Assist with the identification and management of isolation and testing sites.

• Assist in seed processing, planting, pollinating and harvesting nursery material.

• Assist in seed processing, planting and harvesting of yield trial testing locations, including data entry of root and stalk lodging notes. 

• Assist in supervising temporary personnel for thinning, pollinating, harvest, and seed handling.

• Be an active member of the Staff Team concept at the station.

• Be involved with safety program functions.

• Travel to outlying sites and winter nursery facilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma with 3 to 5 years experience in agricultural research, or AA degree in agriculture or related field is required. 

• Knowledge and training in agronomic practices for the local area including safe application of farm chemicals is highly desired. 

• Effective communication skills and good organizational skills are essential for success.

• Familiarity with basic farm equipment operation and maintenance is highly desired.

• CDL and Commercial Pesticide license, or the ability to acquire, are required.

• Basic computer skills and capabilities are required including basic proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word.

Candidates must apply online at www.dowagro.com/careers (job number 0801688) to be considered.

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Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.

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