What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist position at Vylor?
Join Vylor—Powering the Future of Agriculture
At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.
Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.
Vylor is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist in computational biology. The successful candidate will use single-cell, network biology, and multi-omics approaches for gene discovery and contribute to genomics research in support of our biotech research. This is an opportunity to join a leading and dynamic genetics and biotech company and make an impact on agriculture.
What You’ll Do
Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.
At Vylor, we’re advancing agriculture through breakthrough science—combining elite germplasm, cutting-edge biotech, and next-generation expertise in gene editing and molecular breeding. Our portfolio includes trusted industry brands like Pioneer®, Brevant®, and Hoegemeyer®, delivering performance farmers rely on.
Join us to help scale innovation globally and shape what’s next in crop science.
Vylor is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist in computational biology. The successful candidate will use single-cell, network biology, and multi-omics approaches for gene discovery and contribute to genomics research in support of our biotech research. This is an opportunity to join a leading and dynamic genetics and biotech company and make an impact on agriculture.
What You’ll Do
- Lead computational efforts for gene discovery and participate in the development of intellectual property.
- Contribute to design and planning of genomics experiments and perform data analysis.
- Participate in developing new methods and advances in plant biotechnology and breeding.
- Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams, communicate research, and provide expert knowledge and recommendations.
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Plant Biology, or related field with an emphasis in genomics.
- Ability to work independently, adapt, and continually develop new skills.
- Strong communication skills and a proven ability to collaborate and work across diverse teams.
- Knowledge of gene regulation and network biology is essential.
- Experience in analyzing single-cell expression data and biological networks is essential. Demonstrated application to plant biology and reproduction is strongly desired.
- Experience working in Linux/Unix environments and large computing clusters is essential.
- Experience working and coding in R is essential. Experience with python or other coding languages preferred.
- Familiarity with AWS, Kubernetes, and cloud computing is strongly preferred.
- Two or more years of industry experience is desired.
- Please note there is no visa sponsorship for this role.
- Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
- Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
- Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
- Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
- Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
- Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
- Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits
- Check out life at Vylor! https://www.linkedin.com/company/vylorgenetics/
Corteva announced to separate our current advanced seed and genetics business to establish a standalone company, operating as Vylor, Inc. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to legal requirements and board approval. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the separation, you would be an employee of Vylor, Inc. and your employment would be governed by Vylor, Inc. employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by Vylor, Inc. at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
Vylor is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.