Seed Genetics Analyst I

Bayer AG; Telangana; On-site; USD 4,544 - 9,088; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Seed Genetics Analyst I to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be pivotal in supporting the high throughput Seed Quality Testing Laboratory, ensuring quality strategies are met and operational excellence is achieved. You will collaborate with various internal teams, manage resources, and contribute to continual improvement projects. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a Master's degree in Biotechnology or Molecular Biology and a passion for quality assurance in a lab environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values fairness and respect in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in relevant fields with 2+ years’ experience in QA lab.
• Strong self-organization and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute genetic purity tests as per global protocols.
• Ensure timely data recording and execution of results in LIMS.

Skills

Self-organization

Planning

Reporting

Communication

Ability to work under time pressure

Education

Master’s in Biotechnology

Master’s in Molecular Biology

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Seed Genetics Analyst I

JOB PURPOSE

• This position will function as a team member in the high throughput Seed Quality Testing Laboratory supporting the Product Supply Organization and key customers/colleagues in cross functional areas.
• Strive to achieve quality strategies.
• Incorporate VACC behaviors into daily testing activities.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning and execution of Genetic purity tests using protocols defined by global/ regional platform functions.
• Resource planning and management - lab chemicals, lab supplies and Lab instrument maintenance, calibration and validation.
• Coordinate with production, technology, crop quality and Inventory management team for annual sample estimation and arrival schedule.
• Support new QC test and validation as per Global Genetic quality Assurance, establish testing protocols.
• Participate in Continual Improvement projects and implement best practice.
• Sustenance of QMS, EMS, ETS, NABL and Laboratory management systems.
• Responsible to bring operational excellence in Genetic purity lab and work on cost reduction in testing.
• Ensure timely recording of data in LIMS independently.
• Ensure timely execution of results as per SLA to meet the agreed TAT.
• Ability to learn and apply scientific methods and non-routine techniques for analysis as directed by protocols and work instructions to deliver quality results.
• Exhibit quality culture in all lab operations.
• Collaborate with platform functions.

KEY WORKING RELATIONS

Internal: Pre foundation, Foundation, Production, Operations, Warehouses and Quality Assurance.

WHO YOU ARE

• Master’s in biotechnology or molecular biology or related field with 2+ years’ experience in QA lab.
• Self-organization, planning, reporting and communication skills.
• Able to work under time pressure, sense of urgency and accuracy.

YOUR APPLICATION

Bayer is an equal opportunity employer that strongly values fairness and respect at work. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, age, physical characteristics, disability, sexual orientation etc. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.