Job Description

Field Research Scientist

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.

What You Will Do

The Field Research Scientist supports and manages the day-to-day operations of the research program in an assigned territory, by working with regional Site Leads and key stakeholders to plan, establish, maintain, collect accurate agronomic data from, and harvest corn soybean, wheat, and cotton trials.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Must be located in or around one of the following areas: Southern New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, or Virginia.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of the research program with respect to budgetary guidelines and expectations and support the site ESH program as it applies to North American Field Testing and Operations.
• Selection, preparation, and maintenance of multiple field testing sites. This requires safe driving including frequent trailer use hauling loads in excess of 10,000 lbs; pre-trip inspections and use of log books.
• Plays a vital role in trial preparation including seed processing, packaging, shipping, protocol review, trial placement, and mapping/field design.
• Maintain field trial sites as week, insect, and disease free;
• Having a confident ability in identifying key weeds, insect, and disease problems is critical, as is timely and accurate implementation of control measures;
• With the use of handheld electronic equipment and Monsanto proprietary software, collect notes on various agronomic traits (e.g. emergence uniformity, flowering date, lodging, height, maturity, shattering resistance) in a timely manner throughout the growing season;
• Harvest plots and collect samples for quality and statistical analysis; ensure harvest data is evaluated and relinquished in accordance with crop advancement deadlines to aid in product advancement decisions;
• Develop, maintain, and implement the use of controlled SOP documents, QMS procedures, and investigative protocols;
• Comply with all Monsanto regulatory compliance guidelines for Confined Release and Stewarded Trial material;
• Collaborate with other Agronomic Research Specialists, Site Leads, and Principal Investigators in order to facilitate efficient trial planning and placement;
• Sharing of ideas and techniques and quick response to issues that may arise (e.g. weather or pests affecting trials);
• Works closely with Plant Breeders, Principal Investigators, and Agronomic Research Specialist to filly understand the multiple stages of crop development and the importance of each step involved and share experiences cross-functionally as needed;
• Field selection, cooperator relations, and ability to learn research equipment operations and basic maintenance (all types), field maintenance, and data collection;
• Basic Agronomic knowledge/Crop Management knowledge;
• Technical savvy and ability to adhere to compliance and safety policies;
• Utilization of IT tools, time management, prioritization skills;
• Must be self motivated with good decision-making abilities;
• Accountable for business unit or project results through leadership and coordination across site strategy;
• Ability to prioritize and monitor projects to ensure completion within deadlines and budgets;
• Build partnerships and share technical knowledge across sites;
• Stay involved in industry working groups.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD with minimum years relevant experience, OR MS with minimum of 2 years relevant experience, OR BS with minimum of 5 years relevant experience;
• Located in or around southern New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, or Virginia;
• Valid Driver’s License;
• Ability to lift up to 60lbs;
• Ability to obtain pesticide applicator license;
• Ability to work extended hours during peak operational seasons;
• CDL license or ability to obtain one.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain UAV license for operating drones.

This posting will expire on January 28th, 2026.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary of $76480.00 - 114720.00 per year. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Job postings will remain open for a minimum of ten business days and are subject to immediate closure thereafter without additional notice.
Division: Crop Science Reference Code 860475
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