Postdoctoral Scientist - Functional Genomics

Bayer•Chesterfield, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Postdoctoral Scientist in Functional Genomics at Bayer Crop Science R&D, you will play a pivotal role in advancing functional genomics and high-throughput screening initiatives that directly fuel pipeline innovation in agricultural science. Working closely with a multidisciplinary research team, you will serve as a technical expert responsible for the design and optimization of custom, fit-for-purpose assays across a variety of models and cell types. Your contributions will provide critical insights that support decision-making and problem-solving, helping to shape the future of crop science research.

Requirements

Ph.D. in molecular or cell biology, biological/biomedical sciences, genetics/genomics, or a similar field
Experience with high-throughput cell-based assays and data analysis
Ability to maintain cell culture and screen complex cell models, including insect or plant cell cultures
Experience with stable cell line development and maintenance
Familiarity with innovative or emerging fields of study

Nice To Haves

Experience with CRISPR or related screening technologies
Hands-on experience with library cloning, library generation, and QC with agricultural specimens
Experience with the development of custom fit-for-purpose assays with multimodal readouts
Experience collaborating across multiple teams, fostering a team-based approach to research, and leveraging partnerships
Experience clearly communicating project plans and experimental results with partners and stakeholders, maintaining alignment on objectives and priorities

Responsibilities

Design and optimize functional screens with custom readouts
Design and establish fit-for-purpose assays (e.g., viability, proliferation, signaling) to assess phenotypic changes after perturbation screens
Conduct data analyses and design-controlled experiments in collaboration with cross-functional partners, coordinating their implementation to enable project success
Understand and anticipate broader project and team interests, identifying, proposing, and performing complementary analyses to enrich insights from multiple modalities and data layers
Conduct complex activities that require specialized knowledge and the broad application of scientific principles
Take initiative in keeping current with literature in areas of assignment and professional interest
Maintain detailed record-keeping and required documentation
Demonstrate commitment to inclusion and safety, adhering to safety protocols and best practices