Research Assistant Waimea, Kauai, Hawaii, Research & Development Posted

Position: Research Assistant Waimea, Kauai, Hawaii, United States Research & Development Posted a day ago
Location: Waimea
## Research Assistant Waimea, Kauai, Hawaii, United States

Job Location Waimea, Kauai, Hawaii, United States Corteva Agriscience has an exciting opportunity to join our Population Development team in
** Waimea, Hawaii****$500 SIGN ON BONUS!
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* Please note:

there is no visa sponsorship or relocation assistance provided for this role.
** What You'll Do:
*** Caring for corn plants from planting to pollination and harvest using skills you will learn on the job.
* Discard harvested plants; make potting soil and fill pots; deploy and maintain conveyor system.
* Keep work areas clean, tidy, and running smoothly.
* Work closely with your team to ensure duties are completed each day in a timely manner.
* Perform all work safely and efficiently in accordance with instructions, protocols, policies, and regulations.
* Interact and assist other projects at the location as needed.
* Support all Hawaii Research Center-wide goals, and initiatives.
** What Skills You Need:
*** High School Diploma/GED or willing to obtain GED within 12 months.
* Willing and able to occasionally lift, push, or carry up to 20-50 lbs. of weight.
* Willing and able to complete repetitive motions with wrists and hands, stand, walk for prolonged periods, stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch, with or without reasonable accommodations.
* Willing and able to work in warm conditions and in variable environments, including partially enclosed structures.
* Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
* Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle, with or without a trailer.
* Willing and able to work at various locations on the west side of Kaua’i, on weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed.
** What Makes You Stand Out:
*** Agricultural or horticultural experience.
* Ability to read and communicate in English and work in a team of diverse cultural backgrounds and languages.
* Able and willing to operate a forklift
* Light mechanical repairs
* May be asked to serve as a pesticide handler
* Basic computer literacy for printing or using mobile devices (e.g., iPads).
** 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
- * Check out life at Corteva!

The salary range for this position is $51,834.00 to $54,621.00.This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

At
** Corteva Agriscience**, you will help us grow what is 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.

Years of experience
* Less than 2 years
* 2 - 4 years
* 4 - 8 years
* 8+ years

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