Global Herbicide Resistance Leader
On-siteIndianapolis, Indiana, United States or Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Lead global herbicide resistance management programs ensuring scientific rigor and alignment with sustainability objectives. Develop and execute integrated resistance management plans across APAC, EMEA, LATAM, and North America while managing resources and budgets. Provide technical leadership on resistance risk assessment, monitoring, stewardship, and lifecycle management for existing and pipeline products. Integrate, analyze, and interpret global resistance data to inform research priorities, product development, and business decisions. Develop and apply predictive resistance models to anticipate resistance trends and guide strategic recommendations. Partner with mode-of-action experts to evaluate resistance risks for new molecules and incorporate resistance management into development programs. Design and oversee resistance monitoring, screening, and modeling frameworks across key markets. Lead investigations into resistance-related product performance issues and establish standardized response processes. Contribute to regulatory and scientific documentation and represent Corteva in industry and scientific forums. Build strong collaborations across R&D, commercial, regulatory, and external scientific communities. Stay at the forefront of advances in weed science and resistance biology, fostering innovation and knowledge sharing.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Weed Science or a related discipline
- 10+ years of experience in weed management, crop protection, and herbicide resistance
- Deep expertise in weed science, population biology, and herbicide resistance
- Strong knowledge of molecular biology techniques
- Familiarity with bioinformatics tools
- Proven track record of leading complex research programs and developing innovative scientific solutions
- Experience collaborating with academic and industry experts to advance research initiatives
- Strong project management, prioritization, and cross-functional leadership skills in global environments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Preferred location for this role is Corteva Agriscience R&D headquarters at Indianapolis, IN with possibility of virtual location
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