At 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.

Automated Greenhouse Expert - Automation (all genders) 

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• You support the execution of research experiments, including planning, application, evaluation and data analysis 
• You serve as technical expert for the operation of the automated greenhouse, including trouble shooting and maintenance planning
• You provide hands-on support for all phases of the greenhouse and phenotyping automation including concept development, prototyping, design, procurement, construction, start-up, testing, deployment, and sustainment of automated systems
• You partner with various engineering disciplines, customers, and vendors/suppliers to ensure with the user team the successful operation and continuous development of greenhouse automation
• As part of a research team, you provide technical inputs, knowledge transfer and guidance for other functional teams and team members to ensure smooth operation of the automated greenhouse

WHO YOU ARE

• Degree in Plant Science, Agriculture, Horticulture or similar, with either Master degree, Bachelor degree with technical education and several years of relevant experience
• Sound experience in Plant Physiology, automation processes and applications of sensor technology, Phenotyping and image analysis is a big plus as well as experience in trial planning and data analysis, including experimental design, statistical analysis, and data visualization
• Specialized greenhouse experience with strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience in troubleshooting automation
• Experience with MS Office, computer and/or software systems used in scientific data analysis, with ability to quickly learn new software programs and tools like R, Python, Spotfire
• Excellent organizational skills, highly developed problem-solving skills, and effective execution of operational strategies with a “can do” attitude
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity and high level of complexity very well as well as high degree of self-motivation, ownership, proactivity, and ability to take/drive decisions
• High degree of social competence, strong communication skills and stakeholder management as part of a team and across functions in a dynamic, highly collaborative work environment
• Willingness to occasionally work on weekends to secure automation flow
• Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken

Our benefits package is flexible, appreciative, and tailored to your lifestyle, because: What matters to you, matters to us! 
 

• We ensure your financial stability through a competitive compensation package, consisting of an attractive base pay and our annual bonus
• We support your professional growth by providing access to learning and development opportunities, training programs through the Bayer Learning Academy, development dialogues, as well as coaching and mentoring programs
• We promote health awareness and opportunities for selfcare through various measures, such as free health checks with the company doctor and our health platform #machtfit
• We embrace diversity by providing an inclusive work environment in which you are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to bring your whole self to work

Be you. Be Bayer.

YOUR APPLICATION

This is your opportunity to tackle the world’s biggest challenges with us: Maintaining our health, feeding growing populations and slowing the rate of climate change. You have a voice, ideas and perspectives and we want to hear them. Because our success begins with you. Be part of something big. Be Bayer.

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
 

Location:           ​​ ​   Frankfurt a.M.​

​​Division: ​               CropScience​

Reference Code:  815843​