Biostatistics 6-Month Intern

Vylor, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Vylor, Inc. is hosting a 6-month internship in the Seed Product Development Biostatistics team in Johnston, Iowa. You will work on state-of-the-art statistical methods to accelerate genetic gain in breeding programs and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams across geographies.

The role targets an advanced student with strong math/statistics background and experience with R/ASReml, willing to relocate and engage in a hands-on project that can lead to full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at an accredited university during internship.
• Willingness to relocate to Johnston, Iowa for duration of internship.
• Advanced graduate studies in statistics or plant sciences are expected.
• Strong interest in applying statistical methods to commercial agriculture.
• Solid foundation in math and statistics (linear mixed models, spatial statistics, ordinal data).
• Experience with large datasets and scientific computing languages (R/ASReml).
• Excellent oral and written communication across diverse backgrounds.
• Creative, independent, and collaborative work style.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy experimental designs and phenotypic analysis for genetic gain in breeding programs.
• Collaborate with plant breeders across crops/geographies to craft statistical solutions.
• Manage own research project with progress reported to intern group.

Skills

Statistical methods

Linear mixed models

Spatial statistics

Ordinal data analysis

R/ASReml

Data manipulation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Graduate student in statistics or plant sciences

Tools

R

ASReml

Job description

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of AgricultureAt Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer, Brevant, and Hoegemeyer, delivering performance farmers rely on.Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.Grow what’s next. Grow your future. Are you excited to contribute to innovative research to enhance food security and drive sustainability? Join us for an exciting and impactful 6-month internship designed to give broad exposure to the day-to-day activities of a team that works at the intersection of world class statistics, computer science and seed product design to bring the power of accelerated genetic gain to our customers. We are a global leader of seed, crop protection, and digital solutions in agriculture. This position will reside within the Seed Product Development Biostatistics team. This team discovers, adapts, and develops state-of-the-art statistical methodology and computational algorithms that help convert into actionable insights real-time, high-volume data streams, to inform optimized Seed Product Design.What You’ll Do:Develop and deploy state-of-the-art experimental designs and phenotypic analysis methodologies to improve genetic gain in Corteva’s breeding programsCollaborate with plant breeders in multiple crops and geographies spanning the globe to understand biological questions and develop statistical solutions to complex questionsManage your own research project with the expectation of a verbal report to the larger intern group found throughout the United StatesGain excellent experience that can be applied to full-time positions in the industry, or in preparation for additional graduate level training in statistics or the plant sciencesWhat Skills You Need:Current enrollment at an accredited university at the time of internshipThe ability to relocate to the Corteva Seed Hub global headquarters in Johnston, Iowa for the duration of the internshipAn accomplished academic record through the later stages of graduate studies at an accredited universityA strong interest in applying statistical methods to commercial agricultureA solid foundation in mathematics and statistics, including areas such as linear mixed models, spatial statistics, and ordinal data analysisKnowledge of R, ASReml, or related scientific computing languages, the experience managing and manipulating large datasetsStrong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with individuals of diverse language, cultural, and scientific backgroundsCreative thinking and the flexibility to work both independently and in a team environmentAre 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 announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.Vylor 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.