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.

Process Chemistry Scientist (all genders)

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Process Development Scientist (all genders) to drive the development, optimization and scale-up of chemical production processes. This role focuses on improving yield, quality, and cost efficiency while ensuring the successful transfer of processes from laboratory to production scale. You will play a key role in maintaining the competitiveness of production technologies by applying state-of-the-art innovations and scientific expertise.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• You develop, optimize, and continuously improve chemical processes for the production of new and established agrochemical active ingredients, focusing on cost efficiency, quality, sustainability, and process safety
• You transfer processes from laboratory to pilot and commercial scale, ensuring smooth implementation across internal and external manufacturing networks
• You achieve optimal manufacturing costs and ecological targets by designing and applying new synthetic methods and technologies
• You provide chemical expertise, consulting, and troubleshooting support to manufacturing sites
• You evaluate scientific literature and patents to ensure competitiveness and freedom to operate
• You take responsibility for laboratory equipment and technical systems, including investment planning and compliance with regulations and safety standards
• You mentor and support junior scientists (MSc, PhD, postdocs)

WHO YOU ARE

• You hold a PhD in Organic Chemistry
• You have excellent knowledge of classical and modern synthetic methods, including tools in preparative organic chemistry
• You bring long-term industrial experience in process development
• You have a strong track record in scaling up chemical processes
• You have experience leading scientific projects and interdisciplinary teams
• You have experience mentoring MSc and/or PhD students
• You have a solid understanding of process economics (e.g., COGM calculations)
• You stand out with strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and clear communication
• You are fluent in both German and English

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 with a competitive salary between 109.800€ and 138.500€ per year (full-time) plus a variable component and a global equity-based cash plan. Your compensation is based on your qualifications, skills, and professional experience.
• Whether it’s hybrid work models or part-time arrangements: Whenever it is possible, you will have the flexibility to work how, when and where it is best for you.
• 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.

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 : North Rhine Westfalia : Dormagen​

​ ​Division: ​ Crop Science​

Reference Code: 864057​