Precision Phenotyping Post Doc

Responsibilities - How will you help us grow? It matters to us, and it matters to you!

The Precision Phenotyping Team within the Seed Product Development Group is seeking a post-doctoral candidate who can drive new precision phenotyping science from concept to deployment. This individual must be willing to focus on a recalcitrant issue and persist until a solution is found.

Our group develops precision phenotyping solutions aligned with plant breeding challenges, specifically investigating new precision phenotyping technologies related to drones, RGB, multi-spectral, hyperspectral, proximal, LiDAR, robotics, satellites, and any number of other technologies associated with precision phenotyping and digital solutions. The incumbent must creatively adapt new precision phenotyping solutions and generate and execute science plans related to specific phenotyping targets. An ability to work both independently and across dynamic teams is critical. Experience with machine learning image processing, statistics, and novel precision phenotyping tools is highly desirable. Experience collecting phenotyping data in the field is also favorable.

Requirements - What expertise have you grown? What do you bring to the table?

PhD in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Agronomy, Phenomics, Engineering, or related fields

Be self-motivated to advance projects and work collaboratively on larger team projects

Be willing to learn and embrace new challenges in the phenotyping space

Communicate well, both verbally and written, including peer-reviewed publications as appropriate

Keep detailed and organized records of experimental protocols and results

Analyze results, troubleshoot technical difficulties, and implement solutions

Adhere to safety requirements

When applying for this position, please provide a current curriculum vitae with bibliography and poof of doctoral degree (e.g. copy of diploma, final transcripts, or letter from your university's registrar office indicating you will be eligible to graduate). Please also be prepared to provide three letters of recommendation to the hiring PI prior to an interview.

Benefits - Let's peek at how you can grow your wellbeing, health, and future at Corteva!

Strike a better work-life balance with robust time off benefits including paid maternity, paternal and family illness leave

Prepare for your future with our competitive retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement program, and more

Enjoy access to health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

And much, much more!

Ready to grow your perspectives, impact and career? Start by applying to this opportunity today!

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