Artificial Intelligence in Breeding Research Scientist

DescriptionAbout Us:Corteva Agriscience is the world's leading developer and supplier of advanced plant genetics, agronomic support, agricultural chemistries, and services to farmers in over 90 countries. Our mission is to enhance productivity and profitability for producers and consumers while fostering sustainable agricultural systems globally.Position Overview:Are you a visionary scientist inspired by cutting-edge AI research? Do you excel in translating computational theory to application? Are you driven by the potential to impact the future of global agriculture? If so, you may be the ideal candidate for our Research Scientist position in the Artificial Intelligence in Breeding group within our Seed Product Development division.We are seeking a self-motivated, curiosity-driven individual to join our team at the forefront of AI innovation. You will collaborate directly with experts in plant breeding, genetics, data engineering, and software development to shape the future of agriculture through advanced AI solutions. Your work will have a direct impact on addressing the demands of a growing population and a changing climate.This role can accommodate a flexible work arrangement where you may work multiple days a week from home.Key Responsibilities:• Develop and enhance predictive computational models of site-specific crop performance (virtual phenotypes) using multiple modalities of environmental and genetic data.• Incorporate virtual phenotypes into the development of AI-driven selection strategies.• Develop digital twin environments to optimize business operations based on model-simulated outcomes.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI solutions into seed product development.• Design, implement, and optimize analytical pipelines for performance and efficiency.• Write software following best practices for producing readable, repeatable, and reuseable code• Communicate methodologies and results to stakeholders with diverse technical backgrounds.• Guide AI models from research and development to production and deployment where necessary.Qualifications• PhD in computer science, artificial intelligence, mathematics, statistics, or a related field with a strong emphasis on data analytics.• Strong foundation in deep learning methodologies, attention and transformer-based architectures, self-supervised learning, reinforcement learning, mathematics, and probability.• Extensive experience with Python, PyTorch, and Linux/Unix-based systems.• Proven track record of independent problem-solving from hypothesis generation to result interpretation.• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of working both independently and as part of a team.Preferred Qualifications:• Experience with cloud computing environments and data engineering.• Background in genetics and plant breeding.• Practical knowledge of software development practices and version control.What We Offer:• An opportunity to work with a highly collaborative and innovative team.• Access to state-of-the-art resources and data.• The chance to make a significant impact on global agriculture and sustainability.• A supportive environment that encourages continual skill development and engagement with the broader data science community.How to Apply:If you are passionate about applying AI to solve real-world problems in agriculture, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant publications or project summaries.Join Us:Become a part of Corteva Agriscience and help shape the future of agriculture with cutting-edge artificial intelligence research.#LI-AB1Benefits - 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• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/lifeAre you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.