Research Scientist - Posting No. 1051
Date Posted
July 06, 2007
Employer
Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc
Location
Johnston, IA
Job Description
- Provide basic insect field biology research support for development of insect control products worldwide
- Provide technical expertise to business teams for global commercialization
- Conceptualize, direct, and execute field and laboratory research with a focus on an ecological approach to sorting and evaluating new transgenic insect resistant plants
- Work with product development, regulatory, and commercial stewardship teams as technical expert for the development and commercialization of new insect control products
- Investigate and develop new laboratory and field bioassay methodologies to streamline the insect control event sorting process
- Analyze, summarize, and interpret laboratory and field data to help optimize insect control event sorting
- Prepare technical reports of research studies when necessary to support registration packages
- Participate in industry and professional society technical committees to facilitate development of consistent, science-based stewardship plans for insect control products
Job Qualifications
Educational Qualification Desired:
- Ph.D. in entomology, ecology, or related field
- At least two years of related experience or equivalent amounts of relevant education and experience
Competencies and Experience Desired:
- Research experience in the areas of insect field biology and ecology, insect pest management, and resistance management required
- Research in corn and / or soybean insect pest management highly desirable
- Strong background in biostatistics highly desirable
- Excellent project planning and management skills including the development of project plans, study protocols, and standard operating procedures
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work within a diverse, team-oriented research group
- Experience in developing GLP compliant plans and technical reports for regulatory submissions a plus
- Good organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Must be available to travel as required
* Required ID for this position is 5544BR or 5545BR
* Apply on-line
Salary
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