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Genomics & Sequencing Co Op 

 

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

The primary responsibilities of this role are to: 

Evaluate and develop new methodologies relating to long-read next generation sequencing automated workflows;Drive experimental design with guidance from multiple marker scientists and data analysis scientists;Analyze outcomes in conjunction with wet and dry lab scientists and provide assessment of approaches during and at the end of the co-op;Primary or shared project responsibility for executing experiments on next generation sequencing workflows with assistance from team members in genomics & sequencing team

 

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

 

Required Qualifications:

Must be registered and currently enrolled in a graduate program – PhD – pursuing a degree in Biology, Breeding, Cell & Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Biochemistry or related field;Demonstrated interest and coursework in subjects related to genetics or genomics or molecular biology;Curiosity and self-motivation to be exposed to and learn different techniques and their applications;Ability to work within a team-based environment;Experience with coding in languages such as Python or R and/or experiencce in computaitonal and analytical tools analyzing large datasets;Agility in the face of changing projects or demands.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with computational analysis of next generation sequencing and the use of this data in genetic or genomic analysis;Experience using computational methods for sequencing data analysis;Familiarity and experience with next generation library preparations with emphasis on long-read technologies.  YOUR APPLICATION   

Bayer 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
 
Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below. 

 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

 

 

 Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.      Location:United States : Missouri : Chesterfield    Division:Crop Science   Reference Code:826818     Contact Us  Email:hrop_usa@bayer.com