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Entomology Intern 

PURPOSE

Designs, conducts & interprets complex experiments. Troubleshoot insect bioassays. Effectively communicates research findings. Works collaboratively with other lab team members to deliver results. Identify opportunities for system or process improvements.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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
• Design, conducts and interprets 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 internship

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values, more specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

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

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