Entomology Co-Op

Bayer • Chesterfield, MO

121d • $36 - $46

About The Position

The primary responsibilities of this role are to support hemipteran insect diet and plant bioassays by developing new assays and improving existing assays using robust scientific approaches. The position involves designing, conducting, and interpreting complex entomological studies in lab, growth chamber, and greenhouse environments. The incumbent will identify process improvements, test, troubleshoot, and provide solutions to technical problems. Critical thinking, a strategic mindset, and foresight in evolving technical and business environments are essential. At the conclusion of the co-op, the individual will present final project(s) and recommendation(s) to the team.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program pursuing a degree in Entomology, Plant Sciences, Molecular Biology, or related discipline.
• Working knowledge of insect rearing, hemipteran insects, RNAi, artificial diets.
• Ability to design, conduct, troubleshoot experiments, run basic statistics, and report results.
• Possess problem-solving skills and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in plant-insect interactions, insect feeding behavior, insect physiology, RNAi, molecular biology.
• Experience with insect bioassays, insect dissections, transgenic cropping systems.

Responsibilities

• Support hemipteran insect diet and plant bioassays by developing new assays and improving existing assays.
• Design, conduct, and interpret complex entomological studies in lab, growth chamber, and greenhouse environments.
• Identify process improvements, test, troubleshoot, and provide solutions to technical problems.
• Apply critical thinking, strategic mindset, and foresight in evolving technical and business environments.
• Present final project(s)/recommendation(s) to team at the conclusion of the co-op.

Benefits

• Health care
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement
• PTO
• Sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree