YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Agrochemical Formulation Chemist (Scientist I), are to: 

• Lead sample preparation, testing and data analysis with problem solving of complex and extensive scope;
• Be able to optimize workflows;
• Validate testing methods using multiple data sources;
• Demonstrate good judgment when identifying and implementing process improvements;
• Be accountable for cross-functional work in multiple platforms/process areas;
• Be directly responsible for team meeting scheduling and organization of technical agenda;
• Adhere to established protocols and techniques;
• Operate and troubleshoot a wide variety of instrumentation;
• Be able to design and analyze experiments under the supervision of a senior scientist which may include DoE or other means of testing and optimization;
• Use specialized knowledge, the broad application of physical chemical principles, current literature on formulation approaches to develop and achieve target product concepts;
• Operate and troubleshoot, skillfully, instrumentation and equipment used for FT. Familiar with latest technologies and successfully implement to improve lab instrumentation and lab processes;
• Provide training to contingent workforce Train and supervise others in a specialized area;
• Prioritize and coordinates work within a team structure and is the primary contributor to evaluate and understand project requirements and documentation;
• Solve complex problems requiring original thinking and deductive reasoning and the application of scientific principles to the design and interpretation of scientific experiments;
• Provide report preparation and delivery of results of experiments, inspection results, cost/benefit analysis, and lab related issues to partners and key stakeholders;
• Achieve commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols and best practices;
• Thrive on meeting challenges, insist on high quality deliverables, and will have proven initiative in some categories of accomplishments, either individually or as part of a group.

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values.  More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. with minimum years relevant experience or Master’s degree with at least two years of relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree with at least five years of relevant experience;
• Solid chemistry/colloidal science/biology/fundamental engineering acumen with the ability to independently design experiments and analyze data;
• Proficiency with data analysis and visualization software;
• Understanding and aptitude for applying industry standard testing methodologies according to ASTM, API, ISO, etc.;
• Knowledge of regulatory, engineering and design principles that lead to development, and optimization of local and global formulated products.

Domestic relocation may be available for this role.

Sponsorship may be avialable for this role.