Quantitative Genetics Scientist

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Quantitative Genetics Scientist

The QCS (Quantitative Genetics Scientist) conducts key quantitative genetics research projects for product design and delivers high-quality lines, data packages and prescriptions to the product development pipeline, using the latest innovations in data science, genomics, quantitative genetics, computational biology, bioinformatics and advanced genotypic, phenotypic and environmental modeling. You will be part of a global team (EU, NA and Latam).

YOUR KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute the quantitative genetics technical strategy to design improved cohorts of germplasm that are aligned with product concept targets from initial crossing through the handoff to Product Development
• Support quantitative genetics projects on implementation of precision breeding technical innovations in product design
• Contribute strong technical expertise in quantitative genetics research projects for breeding program design and optimization, breeding goal definition, optimization of automated crossing processes, genetic evaluation, and optimization of data acquisition for product design
• Identify key areas of opportunity for new technology implementation and/or process improvement, while positively contributing to a collaborative, innovative, and design-centric culture
• Support the Health Safety & Environment, Compliance, Business Conduct and Human Rights policies and culture in the site.
• Your main stakeholders include Breeding partner teams: Analytics & Pipeline Design, Automation & Pipeline Connection, Trait & Pipeline Delivery and regional Product Development.

WHO YOU ARE

• PhD degree in Quantitative Genetics, Plant Breeding, Animal Breeding, or other relevant scientific field with minimum of 3 years of relevant experience or MSc degree with 5+ years of experience in developing quantitative genetics methods for routine use in breeding programs
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in cross-functional and cross-cultural teams to achieve common goals
• Demonstrated experience leading and influencing activities of cross-functional teams without direct reporting relationships
• Ability to lead and influence key stakeholders through challenges and opportunities; facilitates solutions
• Results orientation with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects/priorities simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to perform data analysis with large biological datasets is a plus. Coding experience in C, Fortran, Python or similar software and languages is required
• Experience in coding, delivering and utilizing models, algorithms and systems for at least one of the following areas:
  • Breeding program design and optimization;
  • Breeding goal definition;
  • Optimization of automated crossing processes;
  • Genetic evaluation;
  • Optimization of data acquisition at scale in plant or animal breeding programs.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

WHAT BAYER OFFERS YOU
As a modern employer, we take care of our employees and help them find a balance between career development opportunities and personal life planning. We offer our employees a wide range of career prospects, a modern working environment and competitive compensation. Bayer employees benefit from great employment conditions, such as:

• An excellent competitive salary based on a 38-hour workweek, depending on your education and work experience
• An additional 8,33% holiday allowance and a bonus (based on company results)
• 25 days of leave, with the option of buying a maximum of 10 additional days
• You have the option to work from home, but we expect you at least 2 days per week at the office.
• If you work from home, Bayer provides the required tools and a monthly internet allowance
• A solid retirement plan and bicycle lease plan
• An inspiring working environment with professional and committed colleagues
• A successful innovative organization with international career possibilities
• Challenges and possibilities to learn and to develop
• At Bayer, we value your well-being. We offer support via our employee assistance program and provide various tools and initiatives to enhance your well-being.

Be innovative, be Bayer. We shape the future of everyday health, patient care and agriculture. Together, we can advance health and nutrition for all. Guided by our purpose ‘science for a better life’, rooted in our DSO approach and steered by the organization’s strategy, we reach for our ambitious vision. Help bring this vision to life: Health for all, hunger for none’.

INTERESTED IN THIS VACANCY?
Are you looking for a new challenge? Apply online by sending us your resume and cover letter (in 1 document). Do you have a question or do you want to learn more about the position? You can always contact Heidi Kroon, Sr. TA Advisor ( heidi.kroon.ext@bayer.com ).
What can you expect? The application process consists of a phone screening, a personality questionnaire and reasoning test and an interview with the recruiter and hiring manager.

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YOUR APPLICATION

Do you want to work in a place where you can be just YOU? Your unique personality, background and talents help build a strong, diverse and inclusive Bayer. So join us! Be You, Be Bayer.

Location:

Netherlands : Netherlands : Wageningen

Division:

Crop Science

Reference Code:

845563