Field Scientist

Field Research & Experimental Development * Plan, design and execute field research programs aligned with project and business objectives. * Contribute to the development of protocols for concept evaluation, product development and biological characterization. * Design and conduct internal field trials to evaluate efficacy, crop safety, dose response, application timing, application methods and product performance. * Identify appropriate trial locations, crops, target pests/diseases/weeds and experimental approaches. * Evaluate trials scientifically and ensure timely, accurate and high-quality data generation. * Identify opportunities to improve experimental design, trial methodology, data quality and research efficiency. Regulatory & External Trial Management * Plan, coordinate and supervise regulatory bio-efficacy and residue trials conducted through CROs, universities, ICAR institutes and other research organizations. * Ensuring protocols, trial execution, data collection, documentation and reporting meet applicable regulatory and Corteva standards. * Monitor trial progress, data quality, timelines and deliverables. * Coordinate sample collection, sample logistics and analytical requirements associated with regulatory studies. * Support preparation and review of regulatory efficacy reports, data summaries and technical documentation. Scientific Data Analysis & Interpretation * Analyze and interpret field research data using appropriate statistical and scientific approaches. * Integrate data from multiple locations, seasons, environments and research partners to develop meaningful biological insights. * Translate experimental results into clear scientific conclusions, recommendations and business-relevant insights. * Prepare trial summaries, technical reports, presentations and recommendations for internal stakeholders. * Provide recommendations on product performance, dose, application timing, positioning and technical differentiation. Product Development & Commercialization Support * Provide field-science inputs to product development and lifecycle-management decisions. * Monitor product technical performance across geographies, crops and target pests/diseases/weeds. * Identify emerging biological challenges, resistance issues, competitive developments and opportunities for new research. * Support the Commercial and Technical teams in addressing product-performance-related complaints and providing appropriate scientific/technical guidance. * Support product launches, technical positioning, field demonstrations and knowledge-transfer activities as required. Stakeholder & External Collaboration * Build and maintain effective working relationships with universities, ICAR institutes, CROs, research organizations and relevant industry stakeholders. * Collaborate effectively with Global and Regional R&D, Regulatory, Product Development, Commercial, Marketing, Agronomy and other cross-functional teams. * Represent IFS/Corteva in relevant scientific and technical forums when required. * Proactively communicate technical risks, opportunities, trial outcomes and recommendations to stakeholders. Safety, Stewardship & Compliance * Ensure all field research activities are conducted in accordance with Corteva's safety, quality, stewardship, regulatory and ethical standards. * Maintain a strong personal and team safety culture during field operations, product handling, transportation and trial execution. * Ensure appropriate documentation, data integrity and compliance throughout the research process. * Demonstrate strong commitment to responsible use and stewardship of crop protection technologies. Administrative & Operational Responsibilities * Manage field research activities within agreed timelines and budgets. * Coordinate procurement, sample movement, trial materials and other operational requirements. * Maintain accurate trial documentation and research records. * Complete administrative and reporting requirements associated with assigned projects. * Effectively manage multiple projects and priorities across the assigned geography.