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Plant Health Phenom Scientist Field Trial 

Plant Health Phenomics Scientist – Field Trials

PURPOSE

Dedicated scientists to innovate within the Plant Health team by proposing novel approaches to generate data for germplasm improvement and product characterization for plant diseases in field trials;

Collaborate to promote and validate prototypes of new phenotypic protocols designed for row crop diseases;

Define optimal strategies for high-throughput (HTP) experimentation and developing robust protocols as a proxy for disease development in commercial fields;

Identify opportunities and implement automation solutions to streamline data generation processes, particularly in high-throughput experimentation (HTP) and protocol validation based on epidemiological parameters associated to disease progress and its impact on yield;

Generate data for key diseases using validated protocols for HTP.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop innovative methods and technologies to generate comprehensive data aimed at enhancing germplasm and characterizing products in relation to plant diseases;
• Partner to promote and validate prototypes of new phenotypic protocols specifically designed to rate diseases affecting row crops, to meet germplasm improvement and product characterization needs;
• Develop and standardize robust protocols that serve as reliable proxies for monitoring disease development and evaluating disease resistance in various crop species;
• Define and implement optimal strategies for high-throughput experimentation (HTP) tailored to efficiently gather data on disease progression and resistance in commercial agricultural settings;
• Develop automated workflows and integrate advanced technologies (e.g., robotics, sensors) to enhance efficiency and accuracy in data collection and analysis in partnership with related teams in Breeding;
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate findings into broader agricultural research initiatives in R&D and Crop Science teams;
• Communicate research findings through publications, presentations, and internal reports to contribute to scientific knowledge and inform decision-making processes;
• Maintain accurate records of production processes, outcomes, and variances; report on progress and challenges to stakeholders.

WHO YOU ARE
Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in Plant Pathology with demonstrated experience in protocol development for inoculated field trials and/or automation for plant disease data collection in field trials;
• Very strong background in disease and pathogen biology and disease epidemiology;
• Demonstrated skills in  data analytics and applied statistics  for plant disease data.;
• Results orientation, agility, and ability to take risks;
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills;
• Strong record of innovation and applying new technology in product design and  development.

PREFERRED QUALIFIACTIONS

• Demonstrated experience working with row crops such as corn, soy, cotton, wheat or canola is a plus.

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