Senior Scientist, Oncology Research

Senior Scientist, Oncology Research

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ‘Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us.

If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Bayer is a biopharmaceutical company committed to applying our scientific leadership in Oncology to transform the lives of patients with cancer. We are growing rapidly with an active research and discovery pipeline. This role will participate in research and drug discovery programs in the oncology pipeline. We are seeking an innovative and agile individual who brings excitement for drug discovery in cancer biology as well as a passion for professional development and peer coaching.

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

• Responsible for independently solving problems to contribute to drug discovery programs in Research /Early Development (RED) Oncology from target identification up through support of early clinical development.
• Supporting and driving the initiation of projects and programs to support the Oncology pipeline.
• Responsible for independently planning and performing experiments, generating and analyzing data, and presenting results and next steps to support the development of drug discovery programs in the Oncology pipeline.
• Responsible for contributing to the identification of new targets for drug discovery efforts.
• Collaborates with other scientists in RED ONC and R&D functions and supports cross‑team and cross‑site activities to progress drug development programs in Oncology activities.
• Works across portfolio assets to drive an integrated strategy with indication, MOA, or modality focus.
• Fosters creativity and motivation between scientists.
• Ensure that laboratory notebooks are consistently updated, audited, and well maintained.
• Take initiative in keeping current with field of specialty and contribute to scientific literature.
• Demonstrates, credibly embodies and roles models VACC leadership being a(n):
  • Visionary that guides and participates in teams in defining the outcomes to deliver on the mission
  • Catalyst that removes roadblocks to facilitate connections and collaboration
  • Architect that shapes a value‑creating system to unleash the passion and energy of our people

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

• Bachelor of Science;
• Proven track record as a laboratory experimentalist with experience working with biological systems (cells/cell lysates/ex‑vivo tissues etc.) and a desire to continue in a laboratory‑focused role with a high level of experimental vigor and quality.
• Familiarity with basic stills related to target validation (e.g. genetic perturbation, chemical perturbation, basic in vitro and in vivo assays).
• High attention to detail, creativity in problem solving, strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to successfully work independently and as part of teams.
• Builds strong relationships with peers and cross‑functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance.
• Recognized scientific innovation and accomplishment evidenced by strong record of publication and conference presentations in cancer biology.
• Applies our VACC leadership behaviors.
• Demonstrates high self‑awareness as well as system awareness.
• Pro‑actively asks for and gives feedback.
• Demonstrates strategic thinking as well as good business and external trends insights.
• Focuses on outcomes: defines and delivers highest pipeline, team, talent and organizational impact outcomes.
• Collaborates with accountability: collaborates and holds each other accountable in and across teams.
• Co‑creates for customers: is close to the customer and co‑creates solutions for their needs.
• Acts, learns fast and evolves: works in…