Microbiology Trait Discovery Co-op

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Microbiology Trait Discovery Co-op, are:

• Carrying out various components of microbiology and/or metagenomic experiments under the direction of staff scientist including preparing media, isolating microbes or microbial communities using selection, preparation of nucleic acids, and submission for next-generation metagenomic sequencing;
• Conduct work in a manner compliant with safety and stewardship regulations;
• Analysis of experimental output communication of research findings;
• Report to team lead or team research scientist and in order to complete projects and core responsibilities;
• Co-ops are expected to be self-motivated, have strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrate problem-solving abilities, and be leaders among their peers;
• Co-ops will plan, execute, and complete their research in a corporate research environment.

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values. More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program in Biology, Microbiology, Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field of study;
• Valid driver's license, as driving between local sites/fields is necessary;
• Ability to build relationships and work well in a team based environment;
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization;
• Self-motivated with a strong results orientation;
• Demonstrated ability to manage a deadline while being able to focus on details;
• Strong problem-solving skills and an ability to organize (thoughts, data, etc).;
• Excellent computer skills related to data acquisition and record keeping;
• Demonstrated leadership ability;
• Desire to learn and willing to ask questions and able to adapt to change.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in sterile technique and working with bacteria or fungi;
• Experience in Microbiology lab or course work;
• Experience in Molecular Biology lab or course work.