Spatial Transcriptomic Postdoc Scientist

Bayer • Chesterfield, MO

9d • $78,640 - $117,960 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Postdoctoral Scientist, you will serve as a key technical transcriptomics expert within Plant Biotechnology at Bayer Crop Science R&D. You will be responsible for the execution and analysis of single-cell or spatial transcriptomics and technical reporting. With a focus on functional genomics, you will provide insights to support decision-making, problem-solving, and pipeline innovation.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a biological/biomedical, molecular or cell biology, genetics/genomics, computational field, or similar area
• Experience with next-generation sequencing library preparation
• Experience with next-generation transcriptomics analysis or a related area
• Familiarity with innovative or emerging fields of study

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with spatial transcriptomics methodologies for analysis
• Experience working in a Linux environment and at least one programming language (Python, R, etc.)
• Library preparation for cell-based resolution transcriptomics techniques (such as single-cell RNA sequencing or spatial transcriptomics libraries)
• Experience with agricultural specimens
• Experience collaborating across multiple teams, fostering a team-based approach to research, and leveraging partnerships
• Experience clearly communicating project plans and experimental results with partners and stakeholders, maintaining alignment on objectives and priorities

Responsibilities

• Analyze spatial transcriptomic data for quality assessment and evaluation of experimental success
• Conduct in-depth data analyses and design controlled experiments in collaboration with cross-functional partners, coordinating their implementation to enable project success
• Establish and optimize RNA sequencing protocols for single-cell or spatial transcriptomics applications
• Understand and anticipate broader project/team interests, identifying, proposing, and performing complementary analyses to enrich insights from multiple modalities/data layers
• Demonstrate commitment to inclusion and safety, adhering to safety protocols and best practices
• Maintain detailed record-keeping and required documentation
• Thrive on meeting challenges, insisting on high-quality deliverables, and demonstrating effective problem-solving skills while building productive external and internal relationships
• Conduct complex activities that require specialized knowledge and the broad application of scientific principles
• Take initiative in keeping current with literature in areas of assignment and professional interest

Benefits

• health care
• vision
• dental
• retirement
• PTO
• sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree