Process Development Scientist – Continuous flow technology Job at Corteva
Description
Who are we, and what do we do?
At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's 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.
Corteva Agriscience™ has an exciting opportunity for a Process Development Scientist – Continuous flow technology, a high impact, high visibility role within Small Molecule Discovery and Development (SMDD) R&D located at Corteva's global headquarters in Indianapolis, IN. This research position is focused on continuous flow technology development efforts for pipeline molecules as well as converting batch processes in the existing manufacturing process to continuous. Process Development connects process technologies to manufacturing opportunities and the business units that will implement them. Process development is the definition of chemical steps and engineering conditions to produce quality products reliably and cost effectively, essentially orchestrating a set of unit operations into a manufacturing process. The processes thus developed must be safe, robust, reliable and low cost to meet the quality and purity requirements of the agricultural industry. The group works closely with process chemistry, product chemistry, commercial implementation, and manufacturing to ensure that new products are supplied on time and within customer expectations. The activities for this role will be focused on: development of new continuous process technologies for a variety of unit operations, designing and building capabilities for lab development, developing scale-up strategies, and improvements/conversion of existing manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities:
How will you help us grow? It matters to us, and it matters to you!
- Co-develop manufacturing processes and unit operations with process research chemists to meet business needs and timelines utilizing knowledge of engineering fundamentals.
- Apply operating discipline and safe operating procedures for experimental programs which include Reactive Chemicals/Process Hazard Analysis reviews.
- Advocate for innovative applications of continuous flow technology [High Throughput Experimentation, biocatalysis, electrochemistry, photochemistry, self-optimizing reactor platforms, process analytical technologies (PAT)] to solve process problems and drive improvements in sustainability, process efficiency, safety, and cost of manufacturing
- Develop the theoretical, experimental, and computational knowledge/ understanding associated with various unit operations to accurately scale-up/scale-down to solve lab and commercial scale problems.
- Develop technology packages and transfer the lab technologies to internal pilot plants and commercial manufacturing facilities
- Connect cross-functionally to deliver sample synthesis campaigns for active ingredients (~10 kgs)
- Collaborate on new technology development in partnership with vendors to provide effective solutions to technologies or scale-up issues
- Improve the technical or scientific capabilities of the department and routinely consults/answers questions on or resolves scientific/technical issues.
- Collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams to advance Corteva's pipeline.
- Network extensively with other scientists and professionals outside the company/ department
Qualifications
Requirements:
What expertise have you grown? What do you bring to the table?
- PhD degree in chemical engineering or related field.
- 5+ years of demonstrated accomplishments in process development & scale up of small molecules synthesis, especially in applying continuous processing technologies
- Strong knowledge in chemical engineering fundamentals (e.g. unit operations, separations, distillation theory, fluid mechanics & mixing or reaction engineering).
- Strong understanding of organic synthesis with the ability to perform multi-step organic syntheses, unit operations, purification, and compound characterization using a variety of laboratory equipment and procedures.
- Experience with global teams to deliver samples, co-develop processes, and transfer technologies to meet business milestones
- Recognized within the scientific community in advancing continuous processing technologies to commercial scale via sustained publications in peer-reviewed journals/patents and strong network within industry
- A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.
Community:
We care about you and we care that you're comfortable. While there's no place like home, Corteva comes close.
Let's peek at how you can grow your wellbeing, health, and future at Corteva!
- Strike a better worklife balance with robust time off benefits including paid maternity, paternal and family illness leave
- Prepare for your future with our competitive retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement program, and more
- Enjoy access to health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
- And much, much more!
Ready to grow your perspectives, impact and career? Start by applying to this opportunity today!
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