Job Description

IP Scientist

Vegetable Division Intellectual Property The Vegetable Division of Bayer is looking for an Intellectual Property Scientist to join their IP Science group.

TASK AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with R&D stakeholders to identify innovations and facilitate IP Law review, evaluation, and patent application filings for IP protection;
• Collaborate with members of the Intellectual Property (IP) Law team and internal stakeholders in planning, coordination, implementation, and process improvement of workflows for IP evaluation, tracking, and protection;
• Assemble, maintain and analyze business and technical information;
• Coordinate and perform data searches and analysis;
• Demonstrate problem solving for process optimization and system development;
• Assist with education efforts for Vegetable Division IP protection and freedom-to-operate (FTO) best practices.

Creating value to, on and beyond the farm by offering tailored solutions, that’s what we do. At Bayer Vegetable Seeds, we are dedicated to developing new vegetable seed varieties that growers around the world can cultivate. By combining our passion and in-depth knowledge, we strive for crop optimization and innovation for the benefit of farmers, consumers and our planet. From glasshouses to open fields, we join our forces with science and mother nature to advance health and nutrition. Do you want to join this team as well?

WHO YOU ARE

• Ph.D. or Master’s degree with 2+ years’ relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years’ relevant experience in relevant scientific field (e.g. biological science or engineering)
• Strong English written and oral communication
• Interpersonal and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications
• Other database knowledge/navigation a plus
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively and interface effectively at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated project management and multi-tasking ability
• Attention to detail

WHAT WE OFFER

As a modern employer, we take care of our employees and help them find a balance between career development opportunities and personal life planning. We offer our employees a wide range of career prospects, a modern working environment and competitive compensation. Bayer employees benefit from great employment conditions, such as:

• An excellent competitive salary based on a 38-hour workweek

• A gross monthly salary between €5179 and €6474 based on a 38-hour workweek, depending on your education and work experience

• An additional 8,33% holiday allowance and a bonus (based on company results)

• 25 days of leave, with the option of buying a maximum of 10 additional days

• You have the option to work from home, but we expect you at least 2 days per week at the office.

• If you work from home, Bayer provides the required tools and a monthly internet allowance

• A solid retirement plan and bicycle lease plan

• An inspiring working environment with professional and committed colleagues

• A successful innovative organization with international career possibilities

• Challenges and possibilities to learn and to develop

• At Bayer, we value your well-being. We offer support via our employee assistance program and provide various tools and initiatives to enhance your well-being

Be innovative, be Bayer. We shape the future of everyday health, patient care and agriculture. Together, we can advance health and nutrition for all. Guided by our purpose ‘science for a better life’, rooted in our DSO approach and steered by the organization’s strategy, we reach for our ambitious vision. Help bring this vision to life: ‘Health for all, hunger for none’.

INTERESTED IN THIS POSITION

Are you looking for a new challenge? Apply online by sending us your resume and cover letter (in 1 document).

What can you expect? The application process consists of a personality questionnaire and an interview with the recruiter and hiring manager.

Would you like to know more about what our people do and how they feel at Bayer? Check https://www.bayer.com/en/nl/career/our-people#489796 and follow us via #TeamBayerBenelux!

We do not accept any unsolicited applications via agencies. 

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This job opening is being advertised both internally and externally. In the event of equal qualifications, an internal candidate will be given priority in the hiring process.

Division: Crop Science Location: Wageningen of Bergschenhoek
Functional Area: General Management & Business Consulting Position Grade: VS 1.1
Employment Type: Regular Work Time: Fulltime