Pivot to Plants
Donald Danforth Plant Science Center·Saint Louis, MO·2026 cycle
Closed for cycleComputational/Data Science✓ verified
The Pivot to Plants Fellows Program is a 1-year training program for people interested in pivoting to a career in plant science, imaging, data science, or related STEM fields, but have limited research experience. The program enables adults with at least an associate's degree to upskill in emerging technologies and methods in imaging, remote sensing, image analysis, data science, machine learning & AI, and plant science, allowing them to change their career trajectory towards numerous emerging technology fields. Fellows will work closely with mentors at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center to be trained for careers alongside educational and industry leaders in the St. Louis Metropolitan Region. Who should apply: Are you looking to explore a career change to the area of plant science, imaging, data science, or related STEM fields but need additional research experience? This program may be for you! Applicants with an associates or bachelor’s degree are encouraged to apply. Applicants that meet the educational requirements, from all ages, work experiences, and degree fields are welcome. The fellowship program will be in person in St. Louis, MO. What You'll Do: Gain hands-on experience by being embedded in a research team and learn the use of a variety of technologies for research Work on a research project with a mentor. Visit our Principal Investigator’s page to learn more about our potential mentors and their specific research focus Attend field trips to plant science companies and conferences in the St. Louis area. Participate in career pathway workshops and discussions Gain experience working in a team and collaborating between teams Participate in outreach to educate children on a plant science topic Attend weekly scientific and peer seminars to gain an introduction to broad topics in plant and agricultural sciences At the end of the year, each Fellow will present a summary of their research before an audience of scientific peers and potential employers, and
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Qualified applicants: Hold an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree. Cannot be actively enrolled in a degree program during the program. U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the U.S. Interested in a career in plant science, data science, a life science field, or a related field. Prior research experience is not required. Fellows are expected to: Be present for the full 1-year commitment in St. Louis, MO. Work at least 40 hours per week in person (not virtual or remote) during the commitment, with the exception of allocated holiday, sick, and vacation time. Fully participate in Fellows program activities Attend the Pivot to Plants symposium and give a 10-12 minute presentation. *Fellows who have already participated in the program are not eligible to reapply.
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