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.

Crop Genome Editing Scientist I 

Position Overview:

As a Genome Editing Tools Development Scientist, you will play a crucial role in designing, conducting, and interpreting experiments to develop innovative genome editing tools. You will be responsible for driving the invention of new and optimized genome editing methods, planning and executing experiments, and developing research proposals. Your work will involve analyzing large datasets, collaborating with cross-functional R&D project teams, and effectively communicating research findings to stakeholders. You will seek collaboration with colleagues across various functions and departments to solve complex problems and contribute to the advancement of genome editing technologies.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, conduct, and interpret genome editing tools development experiments, including molecular, biochemical, in vitro, and cell analyses;
• Plan and execute experiments to develop alternative editing delivery methods;
• Drive the invention of new and optimized genome editing tools;
• Develop and implement research and outcome-driven proposals;
• Interpret and analyze large datasets utilizing data science skills;
• Be accountable for cross-functional work in multiple R&D project teams;
• Effectively summarize and communicate research findings to stakeholders through written reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders;
• Seek collaboration with colleagues in other functions and departments to solve problems;
• Extract new developments from the scientific literature to aid in problem-solving;
• Contribute a sustained high level of technical skill and achievement.

WHO YOU ARE:

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in biological sciences, MS with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or BS with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience;
• Background or applied experience in plant development, molecular biology, and genetics;
• Track record of collaborating with diverse levels and functions to execute a common vision;
• Communication skills with fluency in English, both verbal and written;
• Track record of transparent sharing of ideas and data across teams;
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research to solve complex problems;
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize experiments based on enterprise needs;
• Fundamental skills required to generate, manipulate, and interpret large datasets.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $86,394.40 - $129,591.60 Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation (if relevant).  Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc..  This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This posting will be available for application until at least January 5, 2026.

#LI-US