About the role#
As a Precision Genomics Data Science Co-op, you will work with interdisciplinary scientists, IT, and engineering teams. You will help optimize DNA genotyping and sequencing workflows to support Breeding, Biotech, and Product Supply partners. You will act as an individual contributor on the Precision Genomics Analytics team, applying mathematical models and machine learning to build an analytics-driven product pipeline.
What you'll do#
- Maximize large-scale genomics and metadata to support high-throughput DNA genotyping and sequencing production.
- Perform bioinformatic analysis, computer programming, and experimental design independently.
- Maintain and use advanced bioinformatic pipelines and databases to mine and visualize genomic data.
- Develop sustainable and accurate reporting on analysis, biological interpretation, business impact, and key performance indicators.
- Present validated findings to peers, senior management, and internal customers.
- Collaborate across multiple organizations to drive work stream initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Machine Learning, Engineering, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Genomics, Computational Biology, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
- Intermediate proficiency in computational skills and building data models using R, Python, or other statistical programming packages.
- Strong proficiency in predictive modeling, including theory and identification strategies.
- Intermediate knowledge of machine learning algorithms.
- Experience delivering analysis through domain knowledge and business acumen.
- Strong communication skills to present complex quantitative analyses clearly to stakeholders.
- One to two years of experience with machine learning and genomics data is preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Chesterfield, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Status: Paid position.
About Bayer
Bayer is a global enterprise focused on healthcare and nutrition. The company operates in the life sciences sector with specialties in pharmaceuticals, consumer health, and crop science. It maintains a large workforce of over 95,000 employees across international locations. Headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, the organization develops products intended to address health and food security needs.
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