Molecular Plant Pathologist – Nematode Resistance Lead

Vylor, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vylor, Inc. seeks a Molecular Plant Pathologist Postdoctoral Researcher to elucidate nematode resistance gene action in soybean. You will lead mechanistic studies, integrate omics data, and coordinate host–gene interaction analyses with biology and data science teams.

The role emphasizes independent project ownership, timely deliverables, and dissemination through reports and peer‑reviewed work. Collaboration with Genomics, Disease Assays, and Microscopy teams is essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in Plant Pathology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or related discipline.
• Proven experience in molecular biology, protein biochemistry, or molecular plant pathology.
• Experience and understanding of plant immunity, plant-pathogen interactions, or host resistance-gene characterization.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanistic characterization of nematode resistance genes, owning timelines, resources, and deliverables.
• Analyze omics datasets (RNA-Seq) to map resistance pathways in soybean.
• Design and analyze protein interaction studies (Y2H, co-IP, proximity labeling).
• Coordinate cross-functional collaborations across Genomics, Disease Assays, and Microscopy teams.
• Communicate results through reports, presentations, and publications.

Skills

Molecular biology

Protein biochemistry

Plant pathology

Omics data analysis

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD in Plant Pathology or related

Tools

Yeast two-hybrid

Co-immunoprecipitation

Proximity labeling

Split luciferase assays

Confocal microscopy

Job description

Vylor, Inc. seeks a Molecular Plant Pathologist Postdoctoral Researcher to elucidate nematode resistance gene action in soybean. You will lead mechanistic studies, integrate omics data, and coordinate host–gene interaction analyses with biology and data science teams.

The role emphasizes independent project ownership, timely deliverables, and dissemination through reports and peer‑reviewed work. Collaboration with Genomics, Disease Assays, and Microscopy teams is essential.