Job Description

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.

Bench Scientist Plant Physiology (all genders)

As a Bench Scientist in Plant Physiology, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing innovative assays for plant phenotyping and imaging. You will work collaboratively with scientific colleagues to refine standard procedures, ensuring robust data collection. Your expertise will drive the integration of automation and digitalization technologies, optimizing operational efficiency and enhancing data quality.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• You develop and implement innovative assays for plant phenotyping and imaging, refining standard procedures for robust data collection
• You integrate automation and digitalization technologies to optimize operational efficiency and enhance data quality
• You analyze imaging data, focusing on Root X-ray CT datasets, and maintain oversight of comprehensive workflows
• You conduct thorough data analysis, diagnose technical challenges, and apply solutions to improve assay performance
• Furthermore, you manage technical and organizational aspects related to system and automation availability
• You provide direct support, supervision, and mentorship to interns, graduates, and early career scientists

WHO YOU ARE

• You hold a Master’s or PhD in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Biochemistry, Computer Vision, or a related field
• You have hands-on experience in plant physiology or plant biochemistry, with expertise in laboratory automation for imaging data analysis
• You possess a background in computer vision and data science to improve throughput and data quality
• A strong interest in biological mechanisms in plants and imaging technologies, sets you apart
• You are proficient in method development, problem-solving, and optimizing lab workflows for imaging analysis
• In addition, you exhibit a very strong collaborative mindset and networking skills
• You are fluent in English, both written and spoken; German proficiency is advantageous

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

• We ensure your financial stability with a competitive salary between 77.300,00€ and 93.800,00€ per year (full-time) plus a variable component. Your compensation is based on your qualifications, skills, and professional experience.
• Your 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 more.
• We 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 programs.
• We promote health awareness and opportunities for selfcare through various measures, such as free health checks with the company doctor.
• We embrace diversity by providing an inclusive work environment in which you are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

This is a fixed-term position for two years.

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: ​ ​ ​ Germany : Hessen : Frankfurt a.M.​

​ ​Division: ​ Crop Science​

Reference Code: 869842​