Research Scientist

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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 has an exciting opportunity for a  
** Research Scientist.
** Lead the development, optimization, and execution of fungal disease resistance assays in whole-plant, controlled-environment, greenhouse, field, and/or transient systems to support discovery and advancement of disease resistance traits in corn, soybean and other crops.

** What You'll Do:*
* + Serve as a scientific lead for mycology-focused plant pathology research, including fungal pathogen biology, host-pathogen interactions, assay development, and assay interpretation.

+ Develop, validate, and improve robust fungal disease assays that reliably translate to field performance and accelerate resistance gene discovery and trait advancement.

+ Design and conduct experiments, analyze and interpret disease phenotyping data, and clearly communicate results, recommendations, and risks to project teams and leadership.

+ Maintain awareness of emerging fungal disease threats, advances in mycology, pathogen population biology, disease resistance mechanisms, and modern phenotyping technologies.

** What You Need:*
* ** Required Educational

Qualifications:

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* + PhD in Plant Pathology, Mycology, Plant-Microbe Interactions, or a closely related discipline with relevant research experience in fungal plant diseases. Candidates with an MS with specifically relevant knowledge and experience may be considered.

** Required Competencies and

Experience:

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* + Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of plant pathology, with demonstrated expertise in mycology and fungal plant pathogen biology.

+ Experience developing, optimizing, and executing fungal disease bioassays in controlled-environment, greenhouse, laboratory, and/or field settings.

+ Hands-on experience with fungal pathogen culture, inoculum preparation, inoculation methods, disease scoring, pathogen maintenance, and experimental troubleshooting.

+ Ability to connect fungal biology, host resistance, genetics, and phenotyping data to support disease resistance discovery and product-oriented research decisions.

+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)

+ Self-motivated, organized researcher, who enjoys working in project teams, delivering project milestones, and supporting company objectives.

+ Strong record of delivering superior results

** Preferred qualification:*
* + Research experience with economically important fungal diseases of corn and/or soybean, especially Fusarium-associated diseases.

+ Working knowledge of plant genetics, molecular biology, host-pathogen interactions, resistance and mechanisms.

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Experience with controlled-environment plant care, experimental design, data analysis, and clear technical communication in cross-functional research teams.

+ Computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Copilot, imaging & image processing, knowledge in statistics and relevant programming languages)

***** Please note there is no visa sponsorship available for this role.*
* ** Benefits - How We'll Support You:*
* + 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!  

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

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