Description

Who are we, and what do we do? At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what’s next. No matter what your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture – solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first.

Corteva Agriscience is seeking an experienced Senior Lab Animal Technician/Associate Investigator for our Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology group at our Mammalian Toxicology Center located in Newark, Delaware. The successful candidate will work in an AAALAC-accredited facility as a lead technician for rodent in-life studies.  This individual will work with and under the guidance of colleagues in a team environment.  

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

• Serve as primary technician on developmental and reproductive toxicology studies
• Humane care to laboratory rodents; careful handling/restraint of animals 
• Test substance administration by various routes (e.g. diet, gavage, intraperitoneal, subcutaneous, etc.)
• Body Weight, Food Consumption, holding for eye exams, other measurements and collection of biological samples as needed
• Blood (tail vein) and urine collection, clinical observations, and other in-life study functions
• Data collection manually and electronically (experience with Provantis Integrated Preclinical Software a plus)
• Collecting, recording, documenting, and reporting results with a high degree of accuracy and precision in a timely manner
• Maintaining study data and related information in study files
• Communicating effectively with Study Directors, peers, supervisors, and attending veterinarian 
• Understanding and following all relevant protocols, SOPs, GLPs, and safety guidelines
• Learning and refining new laboratory skills and techniques
• Assisting other technicians and completing other tasks as assigned 
   

Qualifications

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

• B.S. degree in animal science, biology, or related science field with 0-2 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; good interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and ability to learn other software/validated systems 
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Weekend, holiday, and/or extended hours work is required on a rotating schedule

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Experience working in a GLP environment, preferably in industry or CRO

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! 

Community:
We care about you, and we care that you're comfortable. While there's no place like home, Corteva comes close.

Check out life at Corteva! 
https://www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

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

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