Bayer is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the BioAnalytics Molecular Characterization  Team as a Field Study Scientist. This position is based at Bayer’s Research & Innovation Center in the Raleigh, NC area.

The primary responsibility of this role is to participate in the registration studies of genetically modified (GM) crops by supporting regulatory studies within the molecular characterization (MC) team, with specific responsibility for those conducted in the field and at third party contract laboratories (CROs).

BioAnalytics is a global Bayer CropScience expert function specialized in development and application of detection tools for DNA and protein in plants, characterization studies of DNA and expressed protein in plants, as well as nutritional impact studies for genetically modified plants, for the purpose of bringing new seed products to market and facilitating the movement of GM commodities in international trade. It gives technical support to the different market areas, expert advice and data to regulatory affairs and scientific expertise throughout the Bayer CropScience (BCS) organization. It also provides scientific collaboration and guidance to government agencies, technology licensees and partner laboratories, in an overall goal of facilitating the global acceptance of novel food, feed and biotech products.

The incumbent will:

• Coordinate and monitor multi-site studies conducted at third party contract labs, e.g., field studies, compositional studies, ensuring that all aspects of the studies adhere to BCS quality and biosafety standards in compliance with 40CFR160;
• Ensure compliance with all existing safety standards in the area of responsibility. 
• May act as an over-arching GLP study director for field production, agronomics, crop composition and protein expression studies and other multi-site studies.  Comply with all quality standards applicable to the assigned experiments. Pro-actively foster a quality approach to laboratory practices during the conduct and reporting of those studies;
• Analyze and evaluate experimental results. Pro-actively identify deviations to expected results and take initiative on trouble-shooting solutions. Write SOP’s, including complex operations. Critically analyze SOP’s and, when required, improve procedures in order to keep state-to-the-art laboratory practices, improve operational effectiveness, reliability, traceability or safety;
• Prepare timely, high quality reports and certificates of analysis. Present results to the supervisor or client and inform of project advancement.  Maintain and constantly improve the scientific quality, clarity and relevance of reports;
• Monitor and record time spent on projects according to company guidelines. Ensure use of most appropriate technical approaches to a scientific objective (quality, timing, cost).  Plan, implement and foster team work in order to deliver project/study milestones;
• Evaluate potential of new techniques and equipment. Critically analyze the various alternatives and give recommendations on investment needs. Maintain and develop scientific expertise by reading scientific literature and participating in international symposia. Participate in the hiring of technical and scientific staff;
• Coach and train team members on techniques associated with the conduct of field studies. Act as team leader of a project- or competence-team: define individual objectives, follow up on progress, manage performance according to BCS leadership values and principles;
• Develop and maintain state of the art expertise in one or more technologies of critical importance for the success and operational effectiveness of BCS Research & Development;
• Travel as needed, domestically and internationally, approximately 25%.

The selected candidate is required to possess the following:

• Ph.D., M.S. or B.S. degree in a Plant Biology technical discipline or related scientific field, such as Botany/Molecular Plant Biology/Agronomy; with Ph.D. degree, 2-4 years of relevant experience, M.S. degree, 6-8 years of relevant experience; or B.S. degree, 8-10 years of relevant experience;
• Experience in agricultural biotechnology regulatory studies;
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of technical and analytical aspects of laboratory (ELISA, PCR) and field procedures associated with regulatory studies;
• Advanced persuasive abilities and negotiation skills in order to influence current and potential external consultants;
• Attention to detail and accuracy skills;
• Innovative and creative abilities;
• Excellent constructive team building skills to build high morale and group commitment to goals and objectives with focus on results oriented leadership;
• Advanced planning and coordination skills: team working and organization;
• Organizational and time management skills;
• Demonstrated self motivation and problem solving skills;
• Ability to communicate effectively with diplomacy and tact with all levels of personnel;
• Excellent oral and writing communication skills at advanced scientific level;
• Presentation skills with ability to present results/ideas to large audiences in a clear, convincing and inspiring manner;
• Computer skills: MS Office, data analysis for molecular biology and protein biochemistry;
• Ability to travel as needed, domestically and internationally, approximately 25%.  

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.S. or B.S. degree in Plant Biology, Plant Molecular Biology, Molecular Biology or Agronomy;
• Agronomy experience;
• Knowledge in molecular biology and DNA/protein testing;
• Familiarity with quality management systems and/or 40CFR160 standards.

Benefits

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefit programs.  In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible for an array of innovative rewards and recognition programs, variable pay and incentive opportunities as well as benefits coverage beginning on your first day of employment.  We are committed to helping our employees maintain a healthy balance between their responsibilities at work and home.  You will be eligible for paid time off programs, paid company holidays, flexible work options and numerous site conveniences.  We are also committed to supporting your professional development through career ladders, training programs, tuition assistance and professional association events. 

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, we encourage you to explore how you can make a difference at Bayer by applying now to the following website address:
http://www.bayerjobs.com  - Search by Site:  USA-NC for the position information.

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Bayer CropScience (BCS) is one of the world’s leading innovative crop science companies in the areas of crop protection, non-agricultural pest control, seeds and plant biotechnology.  With our headquarters in Monheim, Germany, Bayer CropScience has a global workforce of about 17,900, and is represented in more than 120 countries.  BCS is structured into six Business Operations units: four regional crop protection units and two units responsible for Environmental Science and BioScience – offering an outstanding range of products and extensive service backup for modern, sustainable agriculture as well as for non-agricultural applications.