Genomics Co-Op

Genomics Co-Op 

Major Tasks We are seeking a highly motivated Genomics Co-op/Intern to support the development and application of long-read sequencing workflows for novel haplotype discovery in diverse germplasm. This project focuses on leveraging PacBio HiFi sequencing and advanced bioinformatics approaches to identify genetic variation beyond single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), including structural variants (SVs) and copy number variants (CNVs), that may contribute to valuable agronomic traits. The successful candidate will work at the interface of computational biology, genomics, and plant breeding to develop scalable analytical pipelines, characterize novel haplotypes in diverse germplasm, and evaluate strategies for incorporating genetic variation into breeding applications.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the development and application of long-read sequencing workflows for novel haplotype discovery in diverse germplasm.
• Leverage PacBio HiFi sequencing and advanced bioinformatics approaches to identify genetic variation beyond SNPs, including SVs and CNVs.
• Work at the interface of computational biology, genomics, and plant breeding to develop scalable analytical pipelines.
• Characterize novel haplotypes in diverse germplasm.
• Evaluate strategies for incorporating genetic variation into breeding applications.

WHO YOU ARE

Education

• Pursuing a degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, Genetics, Plant Science or related field.

Technical skills

• Experience with long-read sequencing analysis (PacBio, ONT, etc)
• Experience with variant calling (SNPs, indels, SV, CNV)
• Knowledge of command-line interfaces for bioinformatic tools
• Python and/or R experience
• Knowledge of population genetics, haplotypes, and genomic diversity.

Preferred competencies

• Scientific curiosity and problem-solving mindset
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Collaborative approach to multidisciplinary research

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 Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer. 
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