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YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role are to: 

• Design and refine algorithms for automated bacterial colony counting to enhance accuracy and optimize evaluating time;
• Perform experiments to test and improve the image analysis system with diverse bacterial species; 
• Perform data analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of automated counting system to identify and address accuracy and time efficiency;
• Maintain detailed documentation for the testing procedures, results, and algorithm updates and provide detailed reports of findings and recommendations;
• Work both independently and within a cross-regional team for collaborative initiatives;
• Perform work that complies with safety and health, quality management system and operational policies, and Seed Health testing regulations.  

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Working towards a bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Microbiology, Computer/Data Science, etc.);
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention todetail • Familiarity with image analysis tools and methodologies;
• Basic coding skills in environments such as R, Python, etc;
• Fluent in English with the ability to read, write, and speak effectively;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Microbiology, Computer/Data Science, etc.);
• Knowledge of seed health or plant pathogen testing methods;
• Experience using automation in sample testing;
• Experience with data visualization applications and/or statistical analysis techniques.

YOUR APPLICATION

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Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer. 
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