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Senior Scientist (all genders) - DNA-Encoded Library Screening 

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive DNA-encoded library (DEL) campaigns to identify lead molecules as starting points for drug discovery campaigns leveraging novel and unprecedented synthetic modalities
• Design, and execute DEL experiments according to project demand (structure-based design of protein reagents and tool compounds, planning and execution of DEL selections, data analysis and hit selection, hit validation)
• Design, optimize, execute experiments and studies for early research programs beyond DELs and interpret/analyze data in collaboration and alignment with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Support the generation of an innovative early drug discovery portfolio in collaboration with pharmacology functions, leveraging cutting-edge high throughput biology technologies
• Constantly scout the technology landscape in the field and explore novel methodologies.
• Engage in the world-wide community and in academic collaborations to constantly move frontiers in High Throughput Biology

WHO YOU ARE

• You hold a PhD in natural sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related discipline

• You have a deep understanding of the drug discovery process with hands-on experience at different stages, ideally with hands-on experience at different stages of the process  
• A deep understanding of the structural and functional basis of molecular drug-target interactions is also part of your profile
• You bring expertise and experience in design and execution of DNA-encoded library campaigns, subsequent data analysis, biophysical hit characterization, as well as additional high throughput biology applications
• You have a proven track-record in interdisciplinary project work (membership/leadership)
• You demonstrate excellent networking and communication skills and are able to deliver and present scientific and technical data in a consistent and clear manner
• You stand out with a high degree of self-organization and learning agility
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, and basic German skills round off your profile

WHAT WE OFFER

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. In addition, managers can recognize special contributions by granting an individual performance award.
• Whether it’s hybrid work models or part-time arrangements: Whenever it is possible, you will have the flexibility to work how, when and where it is best for you.
• Your family is a top priority. We offer loving company daycare centers at multiple locations, support in finding childcare, time off for the care of elderly or dependent family members, summer camps for children, and much more.
• 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 support your health and well-being with free check-ups by our company doctor, health seminars, and a wide range of initiatives that promote a healthy lifestyle.
• 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.

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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:           ​​ ​   Germany : North Rhine Westfalia : Wuppertal-Aprath​

​​Division: ​               Pharmaceuticals​

Reference Code:  847164​