Data Scientist - Statistics / EF / São José dos Campos/SP

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If you’re someone who wants to shape your own path, who values creativity and brings a spirit of innovation – you’ll feel right at home here. Come be part of this journey. Be yourself. We are Bayer.

GET TO KNOW OUR AREA:

We are GBS – Global Business Services, Bayer's shared services center, located in São José dos Campos/SP. GBS acts as a global strategic hub, supporting different areas of the company.

At this position you will be part of a Digital hub in GBS supporting R&D functions as Regulatory Science, Discovery and Testing for our Crop Protection business. 

The Statistics Data Scientist applies rigorous statistical methods to generate robust insights while enabling automation and integrating ML/AI approaches where appropriate. You will extracts knowledge and insights from high-volume, high-dimensional data to address complex business challenges utilizing a variety of data preparation, modeling, analysis, and visualization techniques, including advanced statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and pattern recognition, to create solutions that enhance business performance.

GBS has a global and collaborative scope, offering development opportunities and allowing a broad view of processes and interaction with different areas and sites of Bayer.

YOUR MISSION WILL BE TO:

• Ensure rigorous experimental design, statistical methods, and interpretation of findings.
• Apply classical and/or modern statistical methodologies to draw insights and make informed decisions.
• Develop reproducible and automated statistical workflows, primarily using R.
• Integrate Machine Learning and AI methods with classical statistics where they add value.
• Maintain high-quality documentation suitable for regulated and scientific environments.
• Communicate assumptions, limitations, and results clearly to stakeholders.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner closely with interdisciplinary teams including chemists, biologists, toxicologists, bioinformaticians, and data engineers
• Translate analytical findings into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders
• Proactively engage stakeholders to clarify requirements, align expectations, and refine analytical approaches
• Act as an end‑to‑end analytical problem owner, from problem framing through solution delivery and lifecycle management
• Support and mentor junior data scientists through technical guidance and knowledge sharing (without formal people management)

ARE YOU READY FOR THE POSITION?

• Master’s in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or quantitative field; PhD preferred for research-heavy roles.
• Bachelor’s with strong demonstrated statistical modeling experience maybe considered.
• Advanced courses/bootcamps in linear, generalized linear, and nonlinear mixed models, as well as experimental design are a plus. 
• High fluency in R, Python, or other statistical/mathematical programming packages and reproducible coding practices.
• Methods: mixed models, Bayesian inference, causal inference, sampling, experimental design; quantitative genetics when relevant.
• SQL and data manipulation; visualization 
• Clear technical documentation and communication of results/assumptions.
• Experience or strong interest in ML/AI-enhanced statistical approaches.
• Experience with container orchestration tools (Docker) and version control (GitHub). 
• Experience working in cross-functional or matrixed environments. 

• Ability to independently translate business or scientific questions into analytical solutions
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
• Effective communication with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver results with limited supervision
• Advanced / Fluent English
• Availability to work on-site one (1) day per week in São Jose dos Campos/SP - GBS site

What else you’ll find here:

At Bayer, we care deeply about the well-being of our people. That’s why our benefits are built around three essential pillars: integrated health, financial well-being, and life balance. Together, they support a healthier, more fulfilling life – inside and outside of work.

Here’s a glimpse of what we offer:

• Encouragement for a healthy lifestyle
• Support in identifying and monitoring physical and mental health risks
• Initiatives focused on health promotion, prevention, and care
• Real balance between personal and professional life
• Guidance for personal financial planning
• Insurance and private pension plans to help you build a secure future

And of course, we also offer a full range of market-standard benefits, including medical and dental care, life insurance, meal benefits, Wellhub (formerly Gympass) and TotalPass.

What makes us different:

• Flexible/hybrid work model*
• Short Fridays and extended holiday breaks*
• Flexible vacation planning (within legal guidelines)
• Language courses – Free access to standard courses through our partner Education First (EF), in multiple languages like English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, and Swedish
• Pharmacy subsidy – 50% discount on Bayer over-the-counter products, and full coverage for prescription Bayer medications
• Conte Comigo – A support program offering psychological assistance, help with substance dependency, and legal and financial counseling
• Bem Nascer – A special package of exclusive benefits for new parents
• Childcare assistance – Additional support for parents welcoming a new child
• Parental leave – A benefit designed to strengthen family bonds, offering equal opportunities for all parents, regardless of gender identity or family structure
• Private pension plan – A long-term savings plan with a 200% company match on your contributions
• Unico Skill: an educational hub offering 26,000+ courses from 90+ renowned institutions, including undergraduate and graduate programs, MBAs, short courses, mentoring, and language classes.

*Benefits may vary depending on your role and location.