Transformation Discovery Co-Op

Bayer CropScience Limited; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision

Dental

Retirement

PTO

Sick leave

Job summary

Bayer Crop Science invites applications for a Transformation Discovery Co-Op in Cell Biology and Plant Biotechnology. You will contribute to improving transformation protocols for major row crops by applying cell and developmental biology concepts to decipher mechanisms and optimize workflows.

Ideal candidates are pursuing or have completed a Master’s/PhD in plant biology or related fields, with tissue culture/transformation experience and strong documentation, communication, and teamwork

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or has completed a Master’s or PhD degree program
• Degree specialization in Plant Biology, Developmental Biology, Plant Physiology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, or a related field
• Plant tissue culture and transformation experience
• Stays current with new scientific and technological developments
• Ability to learn and apply new concepts and techniques
• Good record keeping with strong attention to detail
• Troubleshooting experience
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in diverse team environments

Responsibilities

• Apply defined scientific principles to solve complex scientific problems
• Design, conduct, and interpret experiments to improve the transformation pipeline
• Organize, document, and report research outcomes in a timely manner
• Develop improved Agrobacterium‑based transformation protocols for major row crops
• Collaborate with system improvement scientists to innovate and develop transformation systems
• Collaborate with production team members to enable technology transfer
• Demonstrate commitment to safety and adhere to safety protocols and best practices

Skills

Master’s/PhD program

Plant biology/related field

Tissue culture and transformation

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s or PhD degree

Plant biology related specialization

Job description

Transformation Discovery Co-Op

In this co‑op role within Cell Biology, Plant Biotechnology at Bayer Crop Science, you will help improve the transformation process of major row crops by applying cell and developmental biology principles to decipher underlying transformation mechanisms and develop enhanced protocols for the transformation pipeline.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply defined scientific principles to solve complex scientific problems;
• Design, conduct, and interpret experiments to improve the transformation pipeline;
• Organize, document, and report research outcomes in a timely manner;
• Develop improved Agrobacterium‑based transformation protocols for major row crops;
• Collaborate with system improvement scientists to innovate and develop transformation systems;
• Collaborate with production team members to enable technology transfer;
• Demonstrate commitment to safety and adhere to safety protocols and best practices.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Currently enrolled in or has completed a Master’s or PhD degree program;
• Degree specialization in Plant Biology, Developmental Biology, Plant Physiology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, or a related field;
• Plant tissue culture and transformation experience;
• Stays current with new scientific and technological developments;
• Ability to learn and apply new concepts and techniques;
• Good record keeping with strong attention to detail;
• Troubleshooting experience;
• Good communication skills;
• Ability to work effectively in diverse team environments.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary of approximately between $22.75 to $47.75. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits may include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc (if relevant). This salary (or salary range) is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This posting will be available for application until at least March 19, 2027

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Location: United States : Missouri : Chesterfield

Division: Crop Science

Reference Code: 883399

Email: [e-mail]