Therese Rytz, PhD
About Therese Rytz, PhD
Therese Rytz, PhD, is a Research Scientist specializing in Biochemistry at Benson Hill in St. Louis, MO. She has extensive experience in molecular plant biology and genetics, having previously worked at Washington University in St. Louis and Bayer Crop Science.
Work at Benson Hill
Therese Rytz currently serves as a Research Scientist in Biochemistry at Benson Hill, a role she has held since 2020. In this position, she focuses on advancing research initiatives within the company. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Senior Research Associate at Benson Hill for 11 months, from 2019 to 2020. Her contributions during this time helped to enhance the company's research capabilities in biochemistry.
Education and Expertise
Therese Rytz earned her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Genetics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she studied from 2009 to 2017. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Honors Biology from Florida Atlantic University, completed from 2005 to 2009. Additionally, she gained international experience as a Guest Student at ETH Zurich, studying Biology for one year from 2007 to 2008.
Background
Therese Rytz has a diverse background in research, beginning her career as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 2009 to 2015. She later transitioned to Washington University in St. Louis, where she worked as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2015 to 2017 and then as a Researcher in Molecular Plant Biology from 2017 to 2018. Following her academic roles, she worked at Bayer Crop Science as a Research Associate - Mass Spec Analyst from 2018 to 2019.
Professional Experience
Throughout her career, Therese Rytz has accumulated extensive experience in biochemistry and molecular biology. Her roles at various institutions have involved significant research responsibilities. At Bayer Crop Science, she served as a Mass Spec Analyst, contributing to analytical research. Her academic and professional journey reflects a commitment to advancing scientific knowledge in her field.