\r\n\r\nAt 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.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nCrop Genome Editing Scientist II \r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nPosition Overview:\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nAs a Genome Editing Scientist II, you will spearhead research projects aimed at developing advanced delivery systems for genome editing components in crop plants. Your role will involve collaborating across diverse teams to develop and implement research proposals, evaluating new delivery technologies, and staying current with scientific literature to incorporate emerging technologies. You will design and execute experiments to test novel approaches for introducing molecular cargo into plant cells, apply knowledge of plant development and reproductive biology, and develop protocols to enhance efficiency across diverse germplasm. Your work will also involve evaluating and optimizing methods to bypass traditional limitations in plant transformation systems, collaborating with molecular tool developers, and presenting findings to internal stakeholders and at scientific conferences.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\nYOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\tLead, design, and conduct research projects focused on developing advanced delivery systems for genome editing components in crop plants;\r\n\tCollaborate across diverse teams to develop and implement outcome-driven research proposals;\r\n\tEvaluate and benchmark new delivery technologies against existing platforms;\r\n\tStay current with scientific literature to incorporate emerging technologies;\r\n\tDesign and execute experiments to test novel approaches for introducing molecular cargo into plant cells;\r\n\tApply knowledge of plant development and reproductive biology to identify optimal intervention points;\r\n\tDevelop protocols that enhance efficiency across diverse germplasm;\r\n\tEvaluate and optimize methods that bypass traditional limitations in plant transformation systems;\r\n\tCollaborate with molecular tool developers to integrate delivery systems with cutting-edge technologies;\r\n\tAnalyze experimental data to guide iterative improvement;\r\n\tPresent findings to internal stakeholders and at scientific conferences.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\nWHO YOU ARE:\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nBayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nRequired Qualifications:\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\tPhD in plant biology, developmental biology, plant physiology, or related field;\r\n\t3+ years of post-PhD research experience in plant science;\r\n\tStrong knowledge of plant development, reproductive biology, and tissue differentiation;\r\n\tExperience with plant modification methods and molecular biology techniques;\r\n\tDemonstrated expertise in microscopy and cellular manipulation techniques;\r\n\tTrack record of innovative thinking and successful technology development;\r\n\tEvidence of scientific leadership through publications and/or patents;\r\n\tOutstanding written and verbal communication abilities;\r\n\tTrack record of innovative thinking and solving big problems;\r\n\tAbility to work collaboratively in a team environment.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nPreferred Qualifications:\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\tExperience with reproductive biology, embryo development, or specialized tissue culture;\r\n\tExperience with corn;\r\n\tKnowledge of plant regeneration systems and developmental pathways;\r\n\tFamiliarity with advanced molecular delivery approaches;\r\n\tBackground in cell-specific targeting or tissue-specific expression;\r\n\tUnderstanding of plant germplasm diversity challenges;\r\n\tUnderstanding of bioinformatic tools for analyzing editing outcomes;\r\n\tBackground in synthetic biology or nucleic acid chemistry.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nEmployees can expect to be paid a salary between $99,699.20 - $149,548.80 Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc.. This salary range is merely 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.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nThis posting will be available for application until at least January 5, 2026.\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n#LI-US\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\tYOUR APPLICATION\r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\t \r\n\t\t\r\n\t\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\r\n\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\tBayer 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. 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