At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility.
As a Research and Development Specialist II in our Biotechnology R&D department, you will identify and validate molecular targets that play a key role in plant pathology, yield, and nutrition. You will execute high-throughput genotyping activities, collaborate with lab team members, and drive process and system improvements while maintaining strict adherence to safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Meet daily and weekly genotyping objectives while consistently delivering high-quality data
- Manage and operate specialized high-throughput laboratory and automation technologies
- Participate in cross-functional work across multiple platforms and process areas
- Solve technical and operational challenges and drive continuous improvement in lab processes
- Design and conduct experiments, applying specialized scientific techniques and multiple data sources
- Adhere to established protocols while operating complex instrumentation
- Prioritize and coordinate tasks within a large team and provide training and guidance to colleagues
- Champion a strong safety culture by following and reinforcing best practices
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in biology, chemistry, engineering, or another life science field
- Valid driver's license
- Proficiency in digital technologies, including data analysis and visualization tools
- Experience in experimental design and execution, with familiarity in high-throughput laboratory automation
- Demonstrated ability to overcome challenges and deliver high-quality results
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least one year of experience in a high-throughput TaqMan genotyping or production environment
- Expertise in leveraging data for decision-making
- Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining laboratory instrumentation
- Proven ability to balance and prioritize business deliverables, personal development, and project assignments
Benefits:
- Salary between $60,000.00 to $90,000.00
- Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission
- Health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.
