Genotyping Systems Innovation Co-Op
BayerAbout the role
Genotyping Systems Innovation Co-Op
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary responsibilities of this role are to:
- Evaluate and develop methodologies relating to sequencing for genomic characterization of plants;
- Assess and enhance existing workflows with a focus on automation to improve efficiency and accuracy;
- Evaluate automated laboratory scheduling software to orchestrate next generation sequencing workflows;
- Handle installation and integration of automated devices while ensuring laboratory stability;
- Contribute directly to the development of innovations that improve efficiency and reduce unit cost;
- Drive experimental design with guidance from senior scientists;
- Primary or shared project responsibility for executing experiments on next generation sequencing workflows with assistance from scientists in the Genotyping Systems Innovation team;
- Understand and discuss sequencing and genomic data. Collaborate with computational scientists as needed for analysis;
- Provide assessment of workflows and make a presentation to the greater Precision Genomics team at the end of the Co-op.
WHO YOU ARE
Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:
Required Qualifications:
- Must be registered and currently enrolled in a PhD program pursuing a degree in Engineering, Biology, Cell & Molecular Biology, Genetics, or related field;
- Demonstrated interest and coursework in subjects related to genetics and/or molecular biology;
- Curiosity and self-motivation to be exposed to and learn different molecular biology techniques and their applications;
- Ability to develop protocols to navigate troubleshooting issues;
- Ability to work within a team-based environment of other scientists;
- Agility in the face of changing projects or demands;
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with techniques such as DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, dPCR, next generation sequencing, and bioinformatic analysis of sequencing data;
- Experience with Laboratory automation software and familiarity with liquid handling platforms.
Employees can expect to be paid a salary of $46.30. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.. 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
YOUR APPLICATIONBayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
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Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
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