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Scientist I (Scale-Up, Fermentation)

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Scientist I (Scale-Up, Fermentation), are to:

• Conducts research and contributes to research projects, technologies, publications, intellectual property, and trade secrets;
• Accountable for cross-functional work in multiple platforms/process areas;
• Utilizes original thinking and deductive reasoning to apply scientific principles to the design and interpretation of scientific experiments;
• Leads workflow optimization and method validation projects using multiple data sources. Uses specialized knowledge, the broad application of scientific principles, current literature when identifying and implementing process improvements;
• Prepares reports with large data sets under time constraints and across various project types;
• Adheres to established protocols and techniques including method development while effectively operating and troubleshooting a variety of instrumentation;
• Prioritizes and coordinates work within a large team and provides training to contingent workforce while maintaining detailed record keeping;
• Achieves commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols and best practices;
• Thrives on meeting challenges and insisting on high quality deliverables while building external and internal relationships;
• Designs and analyzes the results of experiments independently and performs experiments across various (bio)molecules/product types;
• Communicates and interprets the results of experiments, status of method development, cost/benefit analysis, and lab related issues to partners and key stakeholders;
• Takes initiative in keeping current with literature in areas of assignment and in areas of professional interest.

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE (Leadership Integrity Flexibility Efficiency) values. More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. OR Master’s degree OR Bachelor’s degree;
• Degree in Biotechnology, Technical Chemistry, Biology, or closely related life science area;
• Strong acumen in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, and fundamental engineering;
• Strong track record of independently designing experiments, analyzing data, and communicating findings to key stakeholders;
• High throughput laboratory automation experience with mechanical aptitude for operating and troubleshooting automation;
• Proficiency with data analysis and visualization software;
• Ability to define and utilize Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure lab and workflow health.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five or more years of relevant experience (including post undergraduate experience in industry or academia);
• Experience cultivating microorganisms (prokaryotes/eukaryotes) in various scales;
• Prior experience with programming in Python or similar language;
• Experience programming visualizations to display cultivation and/or process outcomes;
• Strong track record of success designing experiments.

Domestic relocation may be available for this role.

Visa Sponsorship may be available for this role.

Position will be based in Chesterfield, Missouri (St. Louis area).

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