Field Research Scientist Senior
About The Position
Bayer Crop Science is currently seeking a highly motivated Field Research Scientist Senior with the ability to work as a member of the Field-Testing Team within Plant Biotechnology. A successful applicant will lead the design, coordination and execution of physiology experiments sponsored by both early and advanced phase projects. This is a field-oriented position with responsibilities that include execution of high-quality field trials, accurate data collection, sample collection, innovation of new phenotyping techniques, and adherence to safety and compliance standards. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the successful development of next generation traits that will significantly improve agricultural productivity.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Crop Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Science, Biology, or related fields
- Strong experience in field phenotyping of row crops, broad experience in field automation development
- Proficiency with experimental design, project management, and data analysis and visualization software
- Experience with applied testing and experimentation on plants for crop physiology or related field
- Ability to conduct field-based research during the peak periods such as planting, flowering, and harvest seasons
- Familiarity with row-crop production and farm equipment operation
- Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral
- High level of agility in balancing and prioritize activities and resources
- Strong computer skills related to data acquisition, organization, and data analysis
- Proficiency in MS Excel, database systems, MS Word
Nice To Haves
- Ph.D. Crop Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Science, Biology, or related fields with a minimum of 3 years of experience; OR Master’s degree in Crop Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Science, Biology, or related fields with a minimum of 5 years of experience; OR Bachelor’s degree in Crop Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Science, Biology, or related fields with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience
- Experience with remote sensing/imaging and automated phenotyping
- Expertise with technical instrumentation and/or engineering
- UAV pilot license or willingness to obtain
- Illinois pesticide license or willingness to obtain
Responsibilities
- Design and analyze the results of complex crop physiology trials and phenotyping technology experiments
- Collaborate to develop new phenotyping techniques
- Coordination and communication with Project Teams and other research sites to ensure efficient and high-quality execution of crop physiology experiments
- Manage a broad range of operations including seeding, data collection, and harvest operations
- Contribute as a key member of project teams to rationalize and plan experiments
- Work closely with Data Team to ensure accurate and timely delivery of data
- Contribute to quality control of data
- Utilization of specialized research equipment related to Crop Physiology experimentation
- Supervision and training of temporary employees
- Limited overnight travel, evening, and weekend availability during peak periods
- Ensure that activities comply with Safety and Compliance standards
Benefits
- health care
- vision
- dental
- retirement
- PTO
- sick leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
