SPD Research Intern Native Traits

Iowa Ag; Johnston, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Vylor in Johnston, Iowa offers a 12-week SPD Research Intern - Native Traits internship, focusing on molecular pathology and genomics for plant pathogens. The role combines wet-lab techniques (DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, gel electrophoresis) with data analysis in Python/R, within a collaborative, safety‑conscious team environment.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in an accredited university, with a 3.0+ GPA, and available for May 10, 2027 to August 13, 2027.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at an accredited university during the internship.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 required or higher for consideration.
• Sophomore status or higher in a relevant science discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborative research to develop, validate, and deploy molecular tools.
• Demonstrate independent and creative thinking with data interpretation.
• Manage a defined research project and present findings in a poster.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve research goals.
• Adhere to safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Molecular biology

PCR

Gel electrophoresis

Data management

Python/R

Education

Enrollment at accredited university

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

Python

R

Job description

### Job Details#### Job Title:SPD Research Intern - Native Traits#### 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# SPD Research Intern - Native Traits| 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.Join us at Vylor for an exciting and impactful 3-month summer internship within our research and development organization in **Johnston, Iowa**.This position resides within the **Seed Product Development Native Traits** team. This team enables Seed Product Development by providing genomics tools and knowledge that influence and improve the breeding strategy of Native Traits for corn, soy, canola, sunflower, mustard, millet, rice, cotton, sorghum, and wheat. In addition, our group provides molecular pathology and genomics expertise to support Vylor's North American Pathology team.The Native Traits team is seeking a motivated intern to contribute to our molecular pathology projects. During this 12-week summer internship, the intern will use wet-lab molecular biology techniques in combination with computer science skills to assist with marker discovery, development, and validation to aid in the detection and monitoring of key target plant pathogens.**Responsibilities - What You'll Do:*** **Collaborative Research:** Work alongside a supervisor to develop, validate, and deploy molecular tools for global implementation. Participate in focused phases of research including planning, preparation, evaluation, and analysis.* **Critical Thinking:** Demonstrate independent and creative thinking by making observations, interpreting project data, and drawing sound scientific conclusions.* **Project Management & Presentation:** Manage a defined research project, culminating in a poster presentation near the end of the internship.* **Cross-Functional Teamwork:** Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reach research goals.* **Safety First:** Work in a safe and responsible manner, wear appropriate PPE when required, and embody Vylor's safety culture.**Qualifications - What You'll Bring:*** **Education Status:** Must be enrolled at an accredited university at the time of the internship. Priority will be given to students who are at least current sophomores in a relevant scientific discipline.* Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0* **Location & Hours:** Able to work full-time (40 hours per week) and relocate to Johnston, Iowa for the 3-month duration of the internship.* **Technical Lab Skills:** Hands-on experience in wet-lab molecular biology techniques, specifically **DNA/RNA isolation**, PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis, and other molecular tests.* **Sterile/Aseptic Technique:** Demonstrated proficiency in **sterile technique**, as the role frequently involves plating, culturing, and maintaining fungal and bacterial plant pathogens on artificial media.* **Recommended Coursework:** Completion of basic biological science curriculum, including one or more classes in **microbiology, biochemistry, and basic laboratory research methods**.* **Data Management:** Ability to manage and maintain scientific data sets. Experience in a scientific programming language (Python, R) is desirable but not required.* **Work Environment:** Willingness to work in lab, greenhouse, or field environments, and collaborate effectively both independently and as part of a team.* **Soft Skills:** Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.**Location:** Johnston, Iowa**Duration:** 3 Months (Full-Time, 40 hours/week)**Target Dates:** May 10, 2027 - August 13, 2027 (approx. 12 weeks, with flexibility)### *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.]]>To apply please click on APPLY TO THIS POSITIONJob Post Date: 09/10/26Here are some other jobs you may be interested in applying for.| | || - | - || Vylor Des Moines, Iowa | Vylor Des Moines, Iowa || Vylor Des Moines, Iowa | |2 people are interested in this job.