YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Process Research Scientist I , are to: 

• Design, execute and analyze submerged microbial fermentation experiments to understand the performance of strains and optimize process for project-specific parameters;
• Apply technical expertise and broad scientific knowledge to solve complex problems and troubleshoot issues;
• Apply statistical experimental designs and analysis of data using statistical models;
• Lead, plan and oversee Fermentation projects to ensure timely delivery of milestones;
• Contribute to strategic direction of projects and drive research project activities to key decisions;
• Communicate project plans and status, experimental results and potential concerns in a clear and effective manner to appropriate internal and external stakeholders;
• Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements to laboratory processes;
• Actively survey scientific literature to stay current in specialized area and exploit new technologies and know-hows to solve scientific problems;
• Ensure compliance with all existing safety and stewardship standards in the area of responsibility;
• Train and supervise others in specialized area;
• Have project or technology leadership responsibilities.

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:

• Bachelor of Science with at least five years of relevant experience in scientific discipline (Biochemistry, Microbiology, Engineering) or Master of Science with at least two years in a relevant scientific discipline (Biochemistry, Microbiology, Engineering) or Ph.D. with minimum years of experience, in relevant scientific discipline (Biochemistry, Microbiology, Engineering);
• Experience in microbial fermentation and bioprocessing, microbiology, microbial physiology or fermentation science;
• Conducts research and contributes to research projects, technologies, publications, intellectual property or trade secrets;
• Strong background in Fermentation science, process control and basic understanding of microbial physiology, secondary metabolism and biosynthetic pathways;
• Ability to conduct submerged liquid fermentations in multiple formats such as blocks, shake flasks, microreactor and bioreactors;
• Ability to perform laboratory procedures, including basic understanding of laboratory equipment and familiarity with general analytical and biological laboratory techniques;
• Ability to convey ideas and research needs effectively and deliver clear and concise technical presentations to a broad audience;
• Flexible and able to handle multiple tasks, ability to adapt to changes in work priorities and willing to assist other projects as necessary under tight timelines;
• Capable of dealing with uncertainties and complexities by being solution-oriented and taking corrective actions to solve problems;
• Strong digital fluency skills utilizing statistical software programs, statistical experiment design (DOE), Microsoft suite of programs to analyze experimental data and present technical results in team meetings;
• Ability to lift, drag or push fermentation equipment or related materials weighing up to 50 pounds.