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New Transformation Technology Ld 

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The New Transformation Technology Lead is accountable for finding and bringing innovative solutions toward establishing state-of-the art transformation technology workflows for the Plant Biotechnology pipeline.

The primary responsibilities of this role, New Transformation Technology Lead, are to: 

• Bring innovative technologies to Plant Biotech through internal and external scouting, developing proof-of-concept, and implementation;
• Accountable for major projects of a technically complex nature which have a corporate-wide focus, or interaction between divisions of more than one group and/or external to Bayer;
• Frequently and effectively interacts with global counterparts and global management;
• Provide occasional support to international programs of increased scope as well as scientific expertise to Plant Biotech portfolio projects;
• Partner within Functional/Portfolio leads and R&D leadership to influence and collaborate across Plant Biotech, OISP and related functions (i.e., Small Molecules) to identify gaps and technical solutions that can impact multiple portfolio areas;
• Develop technical resource decisions which involve a high degree of planning and coordinating ability so that numerous activities converge successfully.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

 Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in plant physiology, plant genetics, cell biology, or related field;
• Demonstrated track record of solving challenging and complex problems;
• Exceptional leadership, verbal and written communication, and problem-solving skills will be required to negotiate scope/resources, manage, and synchronize activities with team members, stakeholders, and management;
• Demonstrated ability to provide scientific leadership, organizational management, and excellent collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in plant physiology, plant genetics, cell biology, or related field and 10+ years professional experience.

This posting will be available for application until at least 11/07/24.

Relocation may be offered for this role.