DescriptionWho are we, and what do we do?At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - leading breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology that will better the lives of people all over the world and fuel the progress of humankind.Corteva lab and field seed researchers worldwide work with in-licensed or externally acquired biotech events, genetic elements, technologies and germplasm to develop innovative crop products. All usage of the in-licensed or externally acquired material is subject to significant contractual obligations. Compliance with those contractual obligations is a condition of doing business and critical to maintain our freedom to operate.This position is a member of the Global Stewardship Intellectual Property (IP) Compliance team, which has responsibility to design, develop and deploy what we call GUS (Genetic Utilization System). GUS is an integrated system that provides real-time IP and contractual compliance information for biotech events, germplasm, genetic elements, and technologies directly to Researchers in order to inform and enable successful product development and delivery.The Analyst will develop and implement IP and contract compliance related rules to enable Research activities to proceed with confidence. In this role, you will work with stakeholders in Research, Platform, and Legal groups to collect IP information and documentation; support an extensive database of IP compliance information; and support all seed research activities throughout Corteva Agriscience™ by providing IP compliance information for in-licensed or externally acquired biotech events, germplasm, genetic elements, and technologies to enable research planning and successful product development and delivery.What You'll Do:Genetic Utilization System (GUS):
Responsible for reviewing IP Compliance warnings generated by Genetic Utilization System (GUS) and partner with Research, Strategic Agreements & Compliance, Legal and Technology Transfer & Licensing as needed to address and resolve the warnings.
Develop and implement GUS rules for new and amended agreements for all crops, globally. Review and update existing GUS rules when there are changes in how agreement terms are interpreted. Includes contracts for the purchase of commercial and public material from sources such as the USDA.
Collaborate with Research and Legal to manage and interpret germplasm and trait agreements and business decisions, summarize results, and load compliance information into the GUS rules database.
Compliance:
Provide summarized IP and agreement compliance information to scientists and other researchers as needed for their decision-making processes.
Identify and address business process changes being made or that are needed to ensure the sustainability of the IP compliance system.
Best Practices & Collaboration:
Engages and collaborates with the IPC team and extended stakeholders to understand needs and gain insight into their needs, expectations, and concerns. Works to identify and share best practices in support of organizational compliance efforts.
QualificationsWhat Skills You Need:
Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of experience in an analytical role that required problem-solving and customer service type of interaction required.
Degree in plant biology, molecular biology, biotechnology, genetics, or a related discipline preferred, however other relevant education with significant experience leading technical projects will be considered.
Proficiency in working with computer applications, using a wide range of computer tools.
High level of detail-orientation and ability to develop and implement stepwise protocols.
Excellent interpersonal skills with confidence and awareness needed to interact with people at all levels within Corteva Agriscience, collaborators from different departments, cultures, and geographies.
Ability to lead independent work on multiple projects with minimal supervision.
Experience with research processes used in germplasm development and/or biotechnology preferred.
#LI-BB1Benefits - 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 (https://careers.corteva.com/2024-us-benefits-guide)
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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.Corteva Agriscience™ is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to boldly embracing the power of inclusion, diversity, and equity to enrich the lives of our employees and strengthen the performance of our company, while advancing equity in agriculture. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. Discrimination, harassment and retaliation are inconsistent with our values and will not be tolerated. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit:Accessibility Page for Contact InformationFor US Applicants: See the ‘Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law’ posterTo all recruitment agencies: Corteva does not accept unsolicited third party resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.