Synthetic Biology Leader

The Molecular Platforms (MP) team in Corteva Agriscience plays a critical role in the discovery, development, and optimization of microbial and small molecule natural product active ingredients. We are seeking a Synthetic Biology Leader to join us and lead a team of molecular biologists at our Indianapolis Global Business Headquarters.

What You'll Do:

• Lead a multi-disciplinary technical team with a focus on people development, talent acquisition, and performance management.

• Establish and refine the technical synthetic biology strategy and team goals in alignment to Corteva's R&D and business objectives, and through close collaboration with MP leadership.

• Drive new initiatives, technology evaluations, and process improvements through strong partnerships with colleagues spanning Corteva R&D.

• Effectively communicate updates to stakeholders, including project leaders and R&D leadership.

• Deliver internal and external presentations, identify and capture IP, ensure strong documentation practices, and drive publications as appropriate.

What Skills You Need:

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or related scientific field.

• 8-10 years of work experience in industry setting and/or applied research.

• Experience with microbial strain improvement and metabolic engineering strategies.

• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and technical writing skills.

What makes you stand out:

• Experience leading a technical team (>5 people).

• Experience with microbial fermentation (microtiter, lab scale, and/or pilot scale) and bioprocess development process.

• Familiarity with microbial genomics.

Benefits - How We'll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits

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Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

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