Seed Health Molecular Intern

Seed Health Molecular Improv Spec intern

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role are to: 

• Perform experiments to improve the efficiency of the ELISA seed health assay method;
• Perform experiments to identify optimal reagent concentrations, incubation times, and other key method parameters;
• Develop and improve ELISA control quality control processes, including positive process controls;
• Design experiments to help set lot-specific statistical limits for controls;
• Maintain detailed documentation for the testing procedures, results, and algorithm updates and provide detailed reports of findings and recommendations;
• Work both independently and within a cross-regional team for collaborative initiatives;
• Perform work that complies with safety and health, quality management systems and operational policies, and seed health testing regulations.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Working towards Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Plant Pathology, Molecular Biology;
• Strong knowledge of basic laboratory techniques;
• Experience with molecular biology lab techniques;
• Experience work in high-throughput lab environment;
• Detail oriented;
• Fluent in English with the ability to read, write, and speak effectively;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Enrolled in Master's degree program;
• Knowledge of Seed Health or plant pathogen testing methods;
• Experience using automation in sample testing;
• Experience with data visualization applications and/or statistical analysis techniques.