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. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

 

Scientist Biochemistry (all genders) 
 

 

At Bayer, we are dedicated to advancing agricultural science and sustainability. Our mission is to develop innovative solutions that enhance crop productivity while minimizing environmental impact. We are seeking a passionate and skilled biochemist to join our Early Discovery team, focusing on identifying and characterizing herbicide targets at the molecular level.

 

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

You work as an enthusiastic researcher in a dynamic, scientifically exciting global network that spans agro and pharma, investigating novel targets for herbicide discovery using both in-vitro and in-vivo techniquesPart of your role is to be familiar with and to develop new computational technologies, such as comparative genomics, molecular modeling, or biomolecule structure prediction, to identify herbicide targetsYou utilize biochemistry techniques like protein expression and purification, enzyme kinetics, and develop biochemical assays to characterize herbicide targetsDesigning and executing experiments in the laboratory are part of your responsibilitiesYou analyze data and interpret results to identify effective herbicide target candidatesYou join an empowered team of biochemists and molecular biologists, working closely with experts from various scientific disciplines, including chemists, biologists, and data scientists, within a global R&D organizationDeveloping yourself and supporting the growth of your teammates through continuous learning and feedback is part of your roleYou prepare and present research findings to internal teams and at scientific conferences

 

WHO YOU ARE

 

You have an international scientific education in biology, biochemistry, or related areas at the PhD levelYou possess a deep understanding of plant physiology and molecular biology, including insights into genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and systems biologyExperience in data science, including pre-processing, data quality assessment, biostatistical methods, and graphical representation, is part of your qualificationsYou are proficient in laboratory techniques such as protein expression, protein purification, and analytical chemistry, with experience in working with membrane proteins as an advantageAdvanced knowledge of R programming is beneficial, along with experience in working with (polyploid) plantsPart of your skill set includes a proactive approach to driving multidisciplinary projects and strong project management capabilitiesYou are eager to learn, skilled at problem-solving, and adept at structuring complex tasks. You bring a strong sense of accountability and can inspire and motivate colleagues while being bold and open to changeProficiency in business English is essential, and knowledge of German is appreciated

 

WHAT WE OFFER

 

Our benefits package is flexible, appreciative, and tailored to your lifestyle, because: What matters to you, matters to us! 

 

We ensure your financial stability through a competitive compensation package, consisting of an attractive base pay and our annual bonus. In addition, managers can recognize special contributions by granting an individual performance awardYour family is a top priority. We offer loving company daycare centers at multiple locations, support in finding childcare, time off for the care of elderly or dependent family members, summer camps for children, and much moreWe support your professional growth by providing access to learning and development opportunities, training programs through the Bayer Learning Academy, development dialogues, as well as coaching and mentoring programsWe promote health awareness and opportunities for selfcare through various measures, such as free health checks with the company doctor and our health platform #machtfitWe embrace diversity by providing an inclusive work environment in which you are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to bring your whole self to work

 

Be you. Be Bayer.
 

 

YOUR APPLICATION

 

This is your opportunity to tackle the world’s biggest challenges with us: Maintaining our health, feeding growing populations and slowing the rate of climate change. You have a voice, ideas and perspectives and we want to hear them. Because our success begins with you. Be part of something big. Be Bayer.

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
 

Location:           ​​ ​   Frankfurt a.M.​

​​Division: ​               Crop Science​

Reference Code:  824961​