**Protein Scientist Co Op** **YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES** The primary responsibilities of this role are to: + Independently design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments for a desired outcome; + Develop and revise protocols and assays utilizing biological samples Protein expression, purification, and QC for downstream applications; + Preparation and handling of biological samples, including dissection of various tissues; + Document protocols in detail for all workflows to ensure knowledge transfer to Protein Structure and Mechanism team members; + Collaborate with Protein Structure and Mechanism team members and other Bayer stakeholders to deliver results; + Comply with all safety, stewardship, and IT/information security policies and regulations; + Present final project/findings to the team and other stakeholders upon completion of the Co-op position. **WHO YOU ARE** Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following: Required Qualifications: + Must be registered and currently enrolled in a graduate program PhD or MS Pursuing a degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Structural Biology, or Biology; + Prior experience in protein expression and purification and handling biological tissue samples. Preferred Qualifications: + Experience in probing/characterizing protein-protein interactions using biochemistry/biophysical methods; + Demonstrated dedication and focus to efficiently using problem-solving skills to address outstanding, complex, and/or difficult biological questions Strong written and verbal communication skills. **YOUR APPLICATION** Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer. To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes. Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Bayer is an E-Verify Employer. **Location:** United States : Missouri : Chesterfield **Division:** Crop Science **Reference Code:** 823400 **Contact Us** **Email:** hrop_usa@bayer.com **Job Segment:** Scientific, Compliance, Biochemistry, Scientist, Fundraising, Engineering, Legal, Science, Nonprofit