Research Associate

Iowa Ag; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Vylor is seeking a Research Associate to join our Crop Transformation Systems team within Biotechnology/Trait Discovery & Optimization. You will generate transgenic and genome-edited events to support trait discovery and product development, requiring embryo isolation, explant preparation, transformation, and plant regeneration.

Applicants should hold a biology-related degree and have hands-on experience with cell culture and plant transformation, coupled with strong teamwork, documentation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, plant science, agronomy, or equivalent.
• Experience with cell and tissue culture and plant transformation is highly desired.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs to generate quality transgenic and genome editing events to support traits discovery, optimization, and product development.
• Crop transformation work isolating embryos or preparing explants, performing transformation, sub-culturing tissue culture materials, and regenerating plants.
• Maintain accurate electronic and legal notebook records, summarize results, and execute lab work following safety standards.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Job description

### Job Details#### Job Title:Research Associate#### Location:,, ,#### Company:#### Industry Sector:#### Industry Type:#### Career Type:#### Job Type:Full Time#### Minimum Years Experience Required:N/A#### Salary:Competitive### Get Job Alerts**Career Type:** Researcher/Research & Development**Country:** USAI agree to receive alerts from and to the .Your alert was created successfully.x## General Alert Saved* The listings below are jobs matching the criteria you've selected for your General Alert on.Criteria selected was:* General alert saved for .* General alert notifications will be sent weekly on Monday.* Please note that you can only have one general alert active at any given time. Creating a new general alert will override an existing general alert.* Visit the to manage your alerts# Research Associate| Number of Years Experience: | Minimum Education Completed: | || Education Major / Discipline Category: | Most Recent / Current Occupation: | |**Join Vylor - Powering the Future of Agriculture**Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what's next in crop science.**What You\"ll Do:*** Follow standard operation procedures to generate quality transgenic and genome editing events to support traits discovery, optimization, and product development.* Crop transformation work isolating embryos or preparing other explants, performing transformation, sub-culturing tissue culture materials during the selection process and regenerating plants.* Participate process improvement experiments for testing new ideas and technologies aimed at improving overall transformation efficiency or event quality.* Maintain accurate electronic and legal notebook records for all research work, summarize results, note areas for improvement, execute all lab work by following safety and ergonomic standards.**What You Need:****Benefits - How We'll Support You:*** Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills* Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place* Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment* Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays* Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father* Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program* Learn more about our total rewards package here -* Check out life at Vylor!### 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.]]>To apply please click on APPLY TO THIS POSITIONJob Post Date: 10/17/26Here are some other jobs you may be interested in applying for.| | || - | - || Corteva Indianapolis, Indiana | Vylor Des Moines, Iowa || Vylor Des Moines, Iowa | |We are seeking a **Research Associate**. The Research Associate will be a key member of the Crop Transformation Systems team within Biotechnology/Trait Discovery & Optimization.* Bachelor's degree in biology, microbiology, plant science, agronomy, or equivalent amounts of relevant education.* Excellent interpersonal/team communication skills, organizational skills, keen attention to detail and the desire to work as a member of a team of scientists working to achieve common team goals.* Candidates should posses a demonstrated ability to work effectively as an independent contributor to meet work demand and deadlines. Technical trainings will be provided.* General knowledge of plant biology and biotechnology. Working knowledge and experience with cell and tissue culture and plant transformation are highly desired.**\\*Please note there is no visa sponsorship or relocation provided for this role**.