Product Development Scientist

• Design, develop, implement, and execute technical strategies for product development, from yield trial testing to commercialization, aligned with product concepts and portfolio needs to deliver genetic gain in breeding pipelines.
• Collaborate with partners in field testing, operations, analytics, pipeline design, product design, market development, R&D, and Corn Product & Cluster Units to ensure the implementation of technical strategies for new commercial products.
• Lead local germplasm strategy and cross-functional partnerships for timely delivery of a strong trait-ready pipeline across biotech traits.
• Support global product development pipelines in specified maturity zones and new product launches, including germplasm and biotech traits.
• Partner with other regions on innovation projects for Precision Breeding, focusing on genetic gain and product performance through digital transformation and new technology.
• Support health, safety, compliance, business conduct, and human rights policies and culture.
• Facilitate the development and optimization of plant biology solutions for row crop breeding, aligned with Precision Breeding strategies.
• Ensure the success of breeding employees, pipelines, and operations by providing technical expertise and building global relationships to enhance plant biology technologies.

WHO YOU ARE:

• PhD with 6+ years, MS with 10+ years, or BS with 12+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience collaborating in cross-functional and cross-cultural teams to achieve goals.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct reporting relationships.
• Skilled in leading and influencing key stakeholders through challenges and opportunities, facilitating solutions.