R&D Specialist II

R&D Specialist II

Bayer seeks an R&D Specialist II to join our Biotechnology R&D department in Chesterfield, Missouri. As an R&D Specialist II, you will collaborate with team members to deliver plant genotyping targets under defined deadlines, identify opportunities for system or process improvements, operate automation, and perform experiments.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with team members to deliver plant genotyping targets under defined deadlines
• Identify opportunities for system or process improvements
• Operate automation and perform experiments
• Deliver daily/weekly plant genotyping targets
• Have primary or shared responsibility for molecular biology laboratory technology
• Accountable for cross-functional work in multiple platforms/process areas
• Solve problems, optimize workflows, validate methods using multiple data sources, and use specialized scientific techniques to conduct experiments and recommend process improvements
• Adhere to established protocols and techniques while operating and troubleshooting instrumentation
• Prioritize and coordinate work while maintaining detailed record keeping and required documentation
• Achieve commitment to safety and adherence to safety protocols and best practices

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• Strong molecular biology acumen and wet laboratory skills with the ability to independently design/execute experiments and analyze data
• Ability to work second shift (Monday through Friday from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM), with the potential for flexibility following training
• This is a lab role, with >90% of duties involving wet lab duties and responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• Degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, or related life sciences area
• One or more years of relevant experience in academia or industry
• High-throughput laboratory automation experience with mechanical aptitude for operating and troubleshooting automation
• Prior experience communicating scientific data and lab-related issues to partners and key stakeholders
• Experience with library creation processes for Next Generation Sequencing
• Proficiency with data analysis and visualization software

Additional Compensation:

• Salary between $60,000.00 to $90,000.00
• Bonus or commission (if relevant)

Benefits:

• Health care
• Vision
• Dental
• Retirement
• PTO
• Sick leave

Note: Salary range is an estimate and may vary based on an applicant's location, market data/ranges, an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.