Principal Quantitative Genetics Scientist (Breeding)

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Job description

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining 'impossible'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you're hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice.

Principal Quantitative Genetics Scientist (Breeding)

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Principal Quantitative Genetics Scientist, are to:

• Provide leadership to develop, implement and advance quantitative genetics innovations in the Product Design pipeline;
• Execute the quantitative genetics technical strategy to design improved cohorts of germplasm that are aligned with Product Concept targets from initial crossing through the handoff to Product Development;
• Lead quantitative genetics projects on implementation of Precision Breeding technical innovations in Product Design;
• Contribute strong technical expertise in coding, delivering and utilize models, algorithms and systems for breeding program design and optimization, breeding goal definition, optimization of automated crossing processes, genetic evaluation, and optimization of data acquisition at scale;
• Attract and develop talent and serves as a mentor for peers or colleagues in key areas of expertise that support personal development as well as identifies key areas of opportunity for new technology implementation and/or process improvement, while positively contributing to a collaborative, innovative, and design-centric culture;
• Integrate and lead multi-function teams across Product Design and partners across other world regions (LATAM, EMEA and APAC) to support innovation projects for Precision Breeding, with a key focus on driving genetic gain and product performance through digital transformation and new technology development and deployment;
• Support the Health Safety and Environment, Compliance, Business Conduct and Human Rights policies and culture in the site.

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. degree in Quantitative Genetics, Plant Breeding, Animal Breeding, or other relevant scientific field with at least 6 years of relevant experience OR Master of Science degree with at least 10 years of experience in developing quantitative genetics methods for routine use in breeding programs;
• Demonstrated track record of success and at least 6 years of experience in deriving quantitative genetics theory for, in coding, in delivering and in utilizing models, algorithms and systems for at least three of the following areas: breeding program design and optimization, breeding goal definition, optimization of automated crossing processes, genetic evaluation, and optimization of data acquisition at scale in plant or animal breeding programs;
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in cross-functional and cross-cultural teams to achieve common goals;
• Demonstrated experience leading and influencing activities of cross functional teams without direct reporting relationships;
• Ability to lead and influence key stakeholders through challenges and opportunities; facilitates solutions;
• Results orientation with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects/priorities simultaneously;
• Experienced in analysis of large biological data sets, quantitative genetics, statistical genetics, as well as coding experience C, Fortran or similar languages;
• Strong collaboration ability demonstrated through building cross functional partnerships and influencing others to drive results and innovation focused on solving business problems;
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex problems.

Domestic relocation may be available for this role.

Sponsorship may be available for this role.

Position based in Chesterfield, MO (St. Louis area).

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YOUR APPLICATION
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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