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Chemometrician Engineer (D/F/M) - Boissay/Toury (28), France 

About the Role

The Crop Analytics Laboratory of Bayer Seeds SAS, located in Boissay (Eure-et-Loir, France), is a regional leader in the field of spectroscopic analysis for agriculture, particularly across the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, and Africa).

We are looking for a Chemometrician Engineer (M/F) to join our dynamic and collaborative team.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality, optimization, and development of near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) models for key traits in various crops, primarily maize, rapeseed, and wheat, across the EMEA region.

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality and regular updating of NIRS calibration models used routinely in the laboratory.
• Participate in the integration of new NIRS equipment: installation, qualification, and adaptation of procedures.
• Provide field support during the rapeseed and maize seasons, especially for the deployment of on-board NIR systems and calibration processes.
• Support laboratory analytical activities, particularly during measurement campaigns, data processing, and results validation.
• Monitor scientific and technological advancements in chemometrics and NIR applications for large-scale crops.
• Develop quantitative and qualitative models using both classical (PLS) and advanced techniques (neural networks, random forests, SVM…) based on NIR spectra and/or hyperspectral images.
• Perform structured statistical evaluations (RMSE, bias, slope, R², confusion matrix, robustness, etc.).
• Contribute to the global quality analytics network by collaborating with regional teams and participating in international projects.

Your Profile

Desired background:

• Master’s degree in chemometrics
• Chemical engineer with additional training in statistical tools for chemometrics and spectrometry
• Experience in chemometrics applied to agri-food data is highly valued (e.g., training from Oniris/Nantes, AgroParisTech)
• Applications from candidates with a Ph.D. in chemometrics or biological sciences will also be considered

You should have:

• Strong practical knowledge of statistical and programming tools (e.g., R)
• An understanding of calibration transfer challenges across different spectrometers
• Excellent communication skills, adaptability, and a strong interest in fieldwork
• Fluent proficiency in both French and English, written and spoken

What We Offer

• Permanent contract (CDI) – Start date: September 1, 2025
• A safe, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
• Attractive social benefits
• Development opportunities in France and abroad
• Relocation assistance (subject to conditions)

Apply Now

If you are passionate about agricultural innovation and possess the skills for this position, we invite you to upload your CV in response to this job ad at bayer.com.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Location:

Crop Science 

Division:

Crop Science 

Reference Code:

837866