Genome Editing Scientist--Protein Sciencec
Bayer, Chesterfield, MO, United States
Genome Editing Scientist – Protein Science
Responsibilities
Engineer and characterize proteins for genome editing applications in crops
Develop biochemical assays to evaluate editing component performance
Apply AI tools and protein language models to accelerate protein engineering
Apply protein structural modeling to accelerate protein engineering
Analyze protein‑DNA/RNA interactions relevant to editing systems
Collaborate across teams to validate optimized proteins in plant systems
Contribute to publications and intellectual property development
Communicate research findings through presentations and written reports
Stay current with scientific literature in protein science, AI applications, and genome editing
Required Qualifications
PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, protein science, or a related field, or equivalent experience, with strong hands‑on laboratory training
Demonstrated expertise in protein purification, characterization, and functional analysis
Strong background in molecular biology techniques and protein engineering
Experience with recombinant protein expression systems and optimization
Hands‑on experience with core protein biochemistry techniques, such as chromatography and enzyme assays
Ability to leverage computational approaches to guide experimental protein science
Experience using AI‑enabled protein design and/or protein language models, and related structure prediction tools, to inform protein engineering
Track record of collaborative research demonstrated through publications or presentations
Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research to solve complex problems
Ability to adapt research directions based on project needs and emerging findings
Skills in generating, manipulating, and interpreting experimental data
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with protein structural modeling workflows
Experience studying or engineering protein‑DNA/RNA interactions
Prior exposure to genome editing systems and/or plant biotechnology applications
Experience contributing to invention disclosures and/or intellectual property documentation
Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $76,480.00 – $114,720.00. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.
Location: United States – Missouri – Chesterfield
Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities.
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Responsibilities
Engineer and characterize proteins for genome editing applications in crops
Develop biochemical assays to evaluate editing component performance
Apply AI tools and protein language models to accelerate protein engineering
Apply protein structural modeling to accelerate protein engineering
Analyze protein‑DNA/RNA interactions relevant to editing systems
Collaborate across teams to validate optimized proteins in plant systems
Contribute to publications and intellectual property development
Communicate research findings through presentations and written reports
Stay current with scientific literature in protein science, AI applications, and genome editing
Required Qualifications
PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, protein science, or a related field, or equivalent experience, with strong hands‑on laboratory training
Demonstrated expertise in protein purification, characterization, and functional analysis
Strong background in molecular biology techniques and protein engineering
Experience with recombinant protein expression systems and optimization
Hands‑on experience with core protein biochemistry techniques, such as chromatography and enzyme assays
Ability to leverage computational approaches to guide experimental protein science
Experience using AI‑enabled protein design and/or protein language models, and related structure prediction tools, to inform protein engineering
Track record of collaborative research demonstrated through publications or presentations
Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written
Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research to solve complex problems
Ability to adapt research directions based on project needs and emerging findings
Skills in generating, manipulating, and interpreting experimental data
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with protein structural modeling workflows
Experience studying or engineering protein‑DNA/RNA interactions
Prior exposure to genome editing systems and/or plant biotechnology applications
Experience contributing to invention disclosures and/or intellectual property documentation
Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $76,480.00 – $114,720.00. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.
Location: United States – Missouri – Chesterfield
Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities.
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