Biostatistics 6-Month Intern

Vylor; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Vylor in Johnston, Iowa, invites you to join its Seed Product Development Biostatistics team for a 6‑month internship that blends statistics, computer science, and plant sciences to accelerate genetic gain.

You’ll design experiments, analyze phenotypic data, and collaborate with global breeders; relocation to Corteva Seed Hub may be required. A strong academic record and interest in statistics are essential.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at an accredited university.
• Must relocate to Johnston, Iowa for the duration of the internship.
• Strong academic record through graduate studies.
• Interest in applying statistics to commercial agriculture.
• Solid foundation in mathematics and statistics (linear mixed models, spatial stats, ordinal data).
• Knowledge of R, ASReml, or related scientific computing languages.
• Strong oral and written communication across diverse backgrounds.
• Creative thinking and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop experimental designs and phenotypic analyses to improve genetic gain in breeding programs.
• Collaborate with plant breeders globally to translate biological questions into statistical solutions.
• Manage your own research project with periodic verbal updates to a nationwide intern group.
• Gain experience applicable to full-time roles or further graduate study in statistics or plant sciences.

Skills

Current student enrollment

Relocation to Johnston

Academic record

Interest in statistics

Math & statistics foundation

R/ASReml programming

Communication skills

Creative teamwork

Education

Graduate studies in statistics

Tools

R/ASReml

Job description

Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture

At 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 programs
• Collaborate with plant breeders in multiple crops and geographies spanning the globe to understand biological questions and develop statistical solutions to complex questions
• Manage your own research project with the expectation of a verbal report to the larger intern group found throughout the United States
• Gain 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 sciences

What Skills You Need

• Current enrollment at an accredited university at the time of internship
• The ability to relocate to the Corteva Seed Hub global headquarters in Johnston, Iowa for the duration of the internship
• An accomplished academic record through the later stages of graduate studies at an accredited university
• A strong interest in applying statistical methods to commercial agriculture
• A solid foundation in mathematics and statistics, including areas such as linear mixed models, spatial statistics, and ordinal data analysis
• Knowledge of R, ASReml, or related scientific computing languages, the experience managing and manipulating large datasets
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with individuals of diverse language, cultural, and scientific backgrounds
• Creative thinking and the flexibility to work both independently and in a team environment

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.