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Crop Genome Editing Scientist II 

Position Overview:

As a Genome Editing Scientist II, you will spearhead research projects aimed at developing advanced delivery systems for genome editing components in crop plants. Your role will involve collaborating across diverse teams to develop and implement research proposals, evaluating new delivery technologies, and staying current with scientific literature to incorporate emerging technologies. You will design and execute experiments to test novel approaches for introducing molecular cargo into plant cells, apply knowledge of plant development and reproductive biology, and develop protocols to enhance efficiency across diverse germplasm. Your work will also involve evaluating and optimizing methods to bypass traditional limitations in plant transformation systems, collaborating with molecular tool developers, and presenting findings to internal stakeholders and at scientific conferences.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, design, and conduct research projects focused on developing advanced delivery systems for genome editing components in crop plants;
• Collaborate across diverse teams to develop and implement outcome-driven research proposals;
• Evaluate and benchmark new delivery technologies against existing platforms;
• Stay current with scientific literature to incorporate emerging technologies;
• Design and execute experiments to test novel approaches for introducing molecular cargo into plant cells;
• Apply knowledge of plant development and reproductive biology to identify optimal intervention points;
• Develop protocols that enhance efficiency across diverse germplasm;
• Evaluate and optimize methods that bypass traditional limitations in plant transformation systems;
• Collaborate with molecular tool developers to integrate delivery systems with cutting-edge technologies;
• Analyze experimental data to guide iterative improvement;
• Present findings to internal stakeholders and at scientific conferences.

WHO YOU ARE:

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in plant biology, developmental biology, plant physiology, or related field;
• 3+ years of post-PhD research experience in plant science;
• Strong knowledge of plant development, reproductive biology, and tissue differentiation;
• Experience with plant modification methods and molecular biology techniques;
• Demonstrated expertise in microscopy and cellular manipulation techniques;
• Track record of innovative thinking and successful technology development;
• Evidence of scientific leadership through publications and/or patents;
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities;
• Track record of innovative thinking and solving big problems;
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with reproductive biology, embryo development, or specialized tissue culture;
• Experience with corn;
• Knowledge of plant regeneration systems and developmental pathways;
• Familiarity with advanced molecular delivery approaches;
• Background in cell-specific targeting or tissue-specific expression;
• Understanding of plant germplasm diversity challenges;
• Understanding of bioinformatic tools for analyzing editing outcomes;
• Background in synthetic biology or nucleic acid chemistry.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $99,699.20 - $149,548.80 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.

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