Bayer · 13 hours ago
Field Research Scientist (Western Kansas, Southern Nebraska, or Eastern Colorado)
Colorado, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$76K/yr - $113K/yr
2+ years expBayer is a company dedicated to solving the world’s toughest challenges and is seeking a Field Research Scientist. This role involves conducting field trials, managing operations in an assigned territory, and collaborating with various stakeholders to collect and analyze agronomic data.
BiotechnologyChemicalHealth CareLife SciencePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Ensure safe and efficient operation of the research program with respect to budgetary guidelines and expectations. Support the site ESH program as it applies to North American Field Testing and Operations
Selection, preparation and maintenance of multiple field-testing sites. Requires safe driving including frequent trailer use hauling loads in excess of 10,000 lbs; pre-trip inspections and use of logbooks
Plays a vital role is trial preparation including seed processing, packaging, shipping, protocol review, trial placement and mapping/field design
Maintain field trial sites as weed, insect and disease free; Confident ability in identifying key weeds, insect and disease problems is critical, as is timely and accurate implementation of control measures
With the use of handheld electronic equipment and Monsanto proprietary software, collect notes on various agronomic traits (e.g. emergence uniformity, flowering date, lodging, height, maturity, shattering resistance) in a timely manner throughout the growing season
Harvest plots and collect samples for quality and statistical analysis; ensure harvest data is evaluated and relinquished in accordance with crop advancement deadlines to aid in product advancement decisions
Develop, maintain and implement the use of controlled SOP documents, QMS procedures and investigative protocols
Comply with all regulatory compliance guidelines for Confined Release and Stewarded Trial material
Collaborate with other Agronomic Research Specialists, Site Leads, and Principal Investigators is expected in order to facilitate efficient trial planning and placement, sharing of ideas and techniques and quick response to issues that may arise (e.g. weather or pests affecting trials)
Works closely with Plant Breeders, Principal Investigators and Agronomic Research Specialists to fully understand the multiple stages of crop development and the importance of each step involved and share experiences cross-functionally as needed
Field selection, cooperator relations, capable of learning research equipment operations and basic maintenance (all types), field maintenance + data collection, basic agronomic knowledge/crop management, technically savy, adhere to compliance/safety policies, utilization of IT tools, time management, prioritization skills, self-motivated, good decision making abilities. Accountable for business unit or project results through leadership and coordination across site strategy, prioritizing and monitoring projects to ensure completion within deadlines and budgets. Build partnerships and share technical knowledge across sites, involved in industry working groups
Position entails driving a company vehicle (pooled or assigned to the individual). This may include being required to drive greater than 5,000 business miles annually in a personal, pooled, or rented vehicle OR being expected to frequently drive a pooled car as part of your job duties – regardless of mileage
Position requires driving for the company that will fall under DOT/FMCSA jurisdiction and will (may) require a CDL. This may entail the hauling of trailers, product, supplies or equipment in a safe manner
Qualification
Required
PhD with minimum years relevant experience OR MS with minimum of 2 years relevant experience OR Bachelor's Degree with minimum of 5 years relevant experience
Valid Driver's License; Driving record (MVR) will be reviewed and must meet guidelines based on the company's Risk Screening for Hiring Drivers
CDL license or the ability to obtain one within 90 days. Additionally, successful candidate will be placed in a random drug screen pool upon starting the position, per Bayer regulations. (DOT 26k+)
Ability to lift up to 60 lbs
Ability to obtain pesticide applicator license
Ability to obtain UAV license for operating drones
Ability to work extended hours during peak operational seasons
Preferred
Degree in Agriculture or related field or Agricultural field research experience
Broad knowledge of crop production and farming practices in corn, soybean, wheat, and/or winter canola; agronomy, plant breeding, and precision agriculture applications
Operation and maintenance of agricultural research equipment experience
Effective team leadership qualities including excellent organizational and motivational skills, accurate record keeping and attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of basic statistical analysis and experimental design principles
Computer skills related to data acquisition and analysis, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, and precision agriculture technology
Benefits
Health care
Vision
Dental
Retirement
PTO
Sick leave
Company
Bayer
Bayer is a life science company that specializes in the areas of health care and agriculture.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$9.34BKey Investors
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2025-09-26Post Ipo Debt· $331.5M
2024-12-06Post Ipo Debt· $5.29B
2022-11-08Grant· $12M
Leadership Team
Wolfgang Nickl
Member of the Board of Management of Bayer AG and CFO
Abi Abitorabi
VP, CGT Platform Implementation Lead
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