Quantitative Genetics Co‑op: Data‑Driven Breeding Scientist

Bayer; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision care

Dental care

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Sick leave

Job summary

Bayer in Chesterfield, Missouri seeks a Quantitative Genetics Scientist to lead discovery research using data science, genomics, and advanced modeling to deliver improved germplasm and data packages for Product Design.

You will design breeding cohorts, support Precision Breeding innovations, and work with cross-functional teams to optimize genetic evaluation, data acquisition, and pipelines, while upholding HSE and compliance.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a PhD program with genetics focus.
• Experience developing population/genetics methods for breeding.
• Proficient in R for data analysis and modeling.
• Experience with linear mixed models and genomic prediction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative genetics discovery research to improve workflows and data packages.
• Apply data science, genomics, and modeling to support Product Design.
• Design germplasm cohorts aligned with Product Concept targets.
• Support Precision Breeding innovations and breeding program optimization.
• Identify opportunities for new tech implementation and process improvement.
• Promote HSE, compliance, and company policies.

Skills

R coding

Population genetics

Genomic prediction

Breeding program design

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Education

PhD candidate in genetics

Tools

R (Bioconductor)

Genomics data tools

Job description

Bayer in Chesterfield, Missouri seeks a Quantitative Genetics Scientist to lead discovery research using data science, genomics, and advanced modeling to deliver improved germplasm and data packages for Product Design.

You will design breeding cohorts, support Precision Breeding innovations, and work with cross-functional teams to optimize genetic evaluation, data acquisition, and pipelines, while upholding HSE and compliance.