Breeding Data Scientist Intern — Genomics & AI

Vylor Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Vylor Inc. invites graduate students to join as a Breeding Data Scientist Intern, focusing on applying data science to plant breeding and quantitative genetics. You will collaborate with scientists and domain experts to enhance breeding strategies and accelerate genetic gains.

The role emphasizes translating analytic insights into practical tools and workflows, working with genomic and phenotypic data, and communicating results to diverse stakeholders. Johnston, IA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Pursuing MS or PhD in Plant Breeding, Quantitative Genetics, Agronomy, Data Science, or related fields.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to explore analytic solutions, asking the right questions and delivering actionable results.
• Experience with phenotypic and genomic datasets in R or Python for analysis and visualization.
• Familiarity with statistical modeling, ML, or simulation techniques applied to biology.
• Interest in translating breeding/genomics needs into usable software or analytical tools.
• Interest in collaboration and communication within cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and evaluate breeding strategies leveraging traditional and modern quantitative methods.
• Navigate genomic, phenotypic, and environmental data within breeding pipelines to improve selection accuracy.
• Interacts with breeders to understand how technologies affect decisions.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to relevant audiences.

Skills

Problem solving

R/Python data analysis

Statistical modeling

Genomic data

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

MS or PhD student in Plant Breeding/Quantitative Genetics/Agronomy/Data Science

Tools

R

Shiny

Git

Job description

Vylor Inc. invites graduate students to join as a Breeding Data Scientist Intern, focusing on applying data science to plant breeding and quantitative genetics. You will collaborate with scientists and domain experts to enhance breeding strategies and accelerate genetic gains.

The role emphasizes translating analytic insights into practical tools and workflows, working with genomic and phenotypic data, and communicating results to diverse stakeholders. Johnston, IA is preferred.