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Corteva Jobs Information

Do workers at Corteva Agriscience get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
72% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Does Corteva Agriscience pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
86% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

At Corteva Agriscience, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
85% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from Corteva Agriscience affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
97% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Corteva Agriscience?

Most people get paid time off work.
97% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 54% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 27% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 2% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 17% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers at Corteva Agriscience worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
95% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do Corteva Agriscience workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
59% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it for Corteva Agriscience workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
50% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Corteva Agriscience?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
79% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do Corteva Agriscience managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
90% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do jobs at Corteva Agriscience spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
21% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Corteva Agriscience?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
100% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is a Corteva Agriscience job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
100% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and September 2025.

Is working at Corteva Agriscience good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
35% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Corteva Agriscience feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
76% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 66 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Corteva Agriscience get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Corteva Agriscience?

Some people feel stressed out here.
65% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Corteva Agriscience enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
86% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Corteva Agriscience recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
34% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Corteva Agriscience?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
39% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Corteva Agriscience?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 37% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people think Corteva Agriscience’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
81% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Corteva Agriscience is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
73% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 64 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.
Infographic showing various Senior Research Associate job openings at Corteva in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 50% Physical, and 50% Remote job distribution.

Associate Formulation Scientist

Corteva, Inc.

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Corteva Agriscience rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 75 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

50th of 538 rated manufacturers


Job description

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, driving breakthroughs in the innovation and application of science and technology to improve lives around the world and advance humankind. Corteva Agriscience is committed to developing new active ingredients and formulated products that are competitive with the current and future market conditions.
The individual in the Associate Formulation Scientist position will provide technical support for the creation and development of novel formulations and delivery systems for new and existing agricultural active ingredients. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional parters across Corteva R&D to explore and evaluate formulation concepts through proof-of-concept studies, translate promising ideas into practice, and advance successful technologies through the stage-gate pipeline toward business case development and commercialization. The ideal candidate will have foundational training in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science or a related discipline. Experience in formulation development for the agricultural, pharmaceutical, personal care, or related industries is preferred.
Responsibilities:
How will you help us grow? It matters to us, and it matters to you!
  • Conduct hands-on laboratory work to explore, prove, and develop novel formulation and delivery system technologies for new and registered agricultural active ingredients.
  • Partner with experienced formulation scientists to develop hypotheses, plan and execute effective experiments, generate reproducible data, interpret results, and refine hypotheses as needed.
  • Apply sound scientific methods to solve technical problems related to formulation chemical/physical stability, active ingredient delivery, product performance, etc.
  • Support the development of products that meet or exceed customer expectations for safety, storage, handling, and application performance.
  • Through hands-on technical work, support investigations of product quality concerns, technical issues, and troubleshooting efforts.
  • Provide in-season formulation preparation support as needed.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners, such as analytical, process development, application technology, biology, regulatory, operations and commercial teams, to support successful product development.
  • Follow all laboratory safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment.

Requirements:
What expertise have you grown? What do you bring to the table?
  • Foundational knowledge or experience in formulation technology, including areas such as colloids, interfacial phenomena, rheology, solids processing etc.
  • Prior experience in research or manufacturing/engineering is desirable.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to project goals.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to apply scientific principles to technical challenges.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education
  • BS/MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related fields with 0-3 years of work experience

Benefits - 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/life

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.
Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.

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