Laboratory Technician

JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Fate & Metabolism lab leader, the incumbent aids in the development of new agricultural products and new uses for existing products. The individual executes current methodology for the generation of field, greenhouse and laboratory data to support the registration and commercialization of new products.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the planning, conduct, and reporting of studies to support product registration and to develop biologically active research chemicals. Supports laboratory testing and data generation as outlined by the study directors for the Fate and Metabolism studies.
• Trains technicians, contractors, and part-time students in the conduct, sample preparation, and data collection for Fate & Metabolism studies.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation, including balances, centrifuges, gas chromatographs, high performance liquid chromatographs, mass spectrometers, and liquid scintillation counters. Interface with instrument/equipment owners and the Lab Operations team to maintain system performance and minimize downtime.
• Complies with laboratory safety procedures, Environmental Protection Agency Good Laboratory Practices Standards, National Regulatory Commission requirements for use and handling of radioactive materials, other study-specific regulatory requirements and other pertinent regulatory agency requirements.
• Documents activities in the required manner. Maintenance of neat, accurate, and complete records.
• Interfaces with essential individuals in the Regulatory Science function of Corteva Agriscience. Interact positively with all members of the Fate & Metabolism group to foster a team approach to projects.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• An E-fate & Metabolism Technician should have a general knowledge of chemistry. An understanding of GLP regulations, computers, and laboratory techniques is desirable. A minimum of a BS degree and/or relevant experience is desired.