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Bayer

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**Field Research Scientist Sr.**

**Your Tasks And Responsibilities**

Bayer Crop Science is currently seeking a highly motivated Field Research Scientist Senior with the ability to work as a member of the Field-Testing Team within Plant Biotechnology. A successful applicant will lead the design, coordination and execution of physiology experiments sponsored by both early and advanced phase projects. This is a field-oriented position with responsibilities that include execution of high-quality field trials, accurate data collection, sample collection, innovation of new phenotyping techniques, and adherence to safety and compliance standards. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the successful development of next generation traits that will significantly improve agricultural productivity.

The primary responsibilities of this role, Field Research Scientist Senior, are to:

**Who You Are**

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

- Design and analyze the results of complex crop physiology trials and phenotyping technology experiments;

- Collaborate to develop new phenotyping techniques;

- Coordination and communication with Project Teams and other research sites to ensure efficient and high-quality execution of crop physiology experiments;

- Manage a broad range of operations including seeding, data collection, and harvest operations;

- Contribute as a key member of project teams to rationalize and plan experiments;

- Work closely with Data Team to ensure accurate and timely delivery of data;

- Contribute to quality control of data;

- Utilization of specialized research equipment related to Crop Physiology experimentation;

- Supervision and training of temporary employees;

- Limited overnight travel, evening, and weekend availability during peak periods;

- Ensure that activities comply with Safety and Compliance standards.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Crop Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Science, Biology, or related fields;

- Strong experience in field phenotyping of row crops, broad experience in field automation development;

- Proficiency with experimental design, project management, and data analysis and visualization software;

- Experience with applied testing and experimentation on plants for crop physiology or related field;

- Ability to conduct field-based research during the peak periods such as planting, flowering, and harvest seasons;

- Familiarity with row-crop production and farm equipment operation;

- Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively in a team-based environment;

- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral;

- High level of agility in balancing and prioritize activities and resources;

- Strong computer skills related to data acquisition, organization, and data analysis;

- Proficiency in MS Excel, database systems, MS Word.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Ph.D. Crop Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Science, Biology, or related fields with a minimum of 3 years of experience; OR

- Master’s degree in Crop Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Science, Biology, or related fields with a minimum of 5 years of experience; OR

- Bachelor’s degree in Crop Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Science, Biology, or related fields with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience;

- Experience with remote sensing/imaging and automated phenotyping;

- Expertise with technical instrumentation and/or engineering;

- UAV pilot license or willingness to obtain;

- Illinois pesticide license or willingness to obtain.

This posting will be available for application until at least 6/3/26.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $94,480.00 to $141,720.00. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant’s location, market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

**YOUR APPLICATION**

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.

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**Location: ** United States : Illinois : Jerseyville

**Division: ** Crop Science

**Reference Code: ** 870978

**Contact Us**

**Email: ** hrop_usa@bayer.com

Field Research Scientist Senior

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