Genome Editing Pipeline Integration

Bayer; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 154,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayer is seeking a Genome Editing Pipeline Integration Lead to shape strategy for moving edited alleles from creation to deployment in breeding programs. This role focuses on balancing innovative genome editing with traditional breeding to maximize impact in Crop Science.

You will partner with Product Development and Commercial teams to accelerate allele frequency gain while safeguarding elite germplasm, and ensure regulatory readiness and commercial relevance across global programs.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PhD or MS) in Plant or Animal Breeding, Quantitative Genetics, Data Science, or related field.
• Proven track record of driving innovation in breeding technologies.
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated VACC leadership attributes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition and continuous improvement of the strategy for moving edited alleles from edit creation through phenotyping and population development into the appropriate breeding populations, environments, and product pipelines.
• Develop strategies for embedding edited germplasm into precision breeding at scale through fit-for-purpose pathways, including direct editing and crossing strategies.
• Lead the development of frameworks to measure transition efficiency outcomes and drive continuous improvement using metrics for cycle time, advancement rate, allele integration, testing readiness, adoption, and realized impact.
• Optimize the end-to-end workflow by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in material handoffs, seed readiness, stewardship, logistics, testing, data flow, and advancement decisions.
• Establish shared standards, accountabilities, and decision criteria across genome editing and crop breeding teams so that edited materials advance consistently based on technical quality, predicted value, regulatory readiness, and pipeline need.
• Collaborate with Product Development and Commercial teams to secure demand pull and develop novel strategies for valuing and positioning germplasm.
• Lead and contribute to Global Breeding strategies and Long-Range Plan (LRP), ensuring alignment with high-level functional and commercial goals.
• Drive a culture of HS&E, Compliance, DEI, Business Conduct, and Human Rights focus across the Capability Hub.

Skills

Plant/Animal Breeding

Quantitative Genetics

Data Science

Cross-functional Collaboration

VACC Leadership

Education

PhD or MS in relevant field

Tools

Genomics Tools

Advanced Analytics IT

Job description

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.

Genome Editing Pipeline Integration

Genome Editing Pipeline Integration (m/f/d)

The incumbent for this position may be based in the United States (US), Germany, Canada, Spain, Argentina or UK. Bayer Talent Acquisition is accepting applications for these locations under one global job posting which follows each country's individual employment laws. As such, applicants should expect to experience differences in the application process which are unique from a single country posting.

As the Genome Editing Pipeline Integration Lead, you are a key driver of technical strategy at the intersection of genome editing and precision breeding within Bayer Crop Science. You are part of the Product Design Capability Center and report to the Head of Product Design. In this role, you define and continuously improve the strategy for moving edited alleles through the germplasm pipeline, optimizing the balance of genetic variation from editing and traditional breeding. The Product Design Capability Center plays a central role in shaping the future of crop improvement globally, and your leadership will directly influence how breakthrough editing technologies translate into commercial breeding impact.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the definition and continuous improvement of the strategy for moving edited alleles from edit creation through phenotyping and population development into the appropriate breeding populations, environments, and product pipelines;
• Develop strategies for embedding edited germplasm into precision breeding at scale through fit-for-purpose pathways, including direct editing and crossing strategies, that accelerate allele frequency gain while protecting elite germplasm value;
• Lead the development of frameworks to measure transition efficiency outcomes and drive continuous improvement using metrics for cycle time, advancement rate, allele integration, testing readiness, adoption, and realized impact;
• Optimize the end-to-end workflow by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in material handoffs, seed readiness, stewardship, logistics, testing, data flow, and advancement decisions;
• Establish shared standards, accountabilities, and decision criteria across genome editing and crop breeding teams so that edited materials advance consistently based on technical quality, predicted value, regulatory readiness, and pipeline need;
• Collaborate with Product Development and Commercial teams to secure demand pull and develop novel strategies for valuing and positioning germplasm;
• Lead and contribute to Global Breeding strategies and Long-Range Plan (LRP), ensuring alignment with high-level functional and commercial goals;
• Drive a culture of HS&E, Compliance, DEI, Business Conduct, and Human Rights focus across the Capability Hub.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (PhD or MS) in Plant or Animal Breeding, Quantitative or Statistical Genetics, Data Science, or a related field;
• Strong knowledge of advanced breeding technologies, advanced analytics and information technologies, genomics, and/or quantitative genetics, with a proven track record of driving innovation;
• Strong ability to collaborate and build cross-functional partnerships to solve business and technical problems;
• Demonstrated VACC leadership attributes, with the ability to inspire and engage peers, colleagues, and external partners across Bayer Crop Science.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD with 5+ years of technology leadership experience, or MS with 8+ years of technology leadership experience in a relevant field.

United States

In the US, employees can expect to be paid a salary between ($154300 to $231500). This range reflects the national US market rate (“salary range”) for base pay for the relevant role. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation (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.

Germany

All applicants who apply to a posting which can be located in Germany are given the option to disclose if they have a severe disability as certified by German authorities. This is a voluntary question, and applicants are given the option to answer as not applicable if they prefer not to disclose.

Canada

The base salary range for this role is between $142,240- $213,360 . Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation. Additional benefits may include insured benefits such as health care, vision, dental, disability, and contributory retirement savings plans, etc

This salary range is an estimate and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, market data and the applicant’s skills, prior relevant experience, job-related knowledge, specific degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This role is posted for a vacant position.

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Location:

United States : Missouri : Chesterfield || Brazil : São Paulo : São Paulo || Canada : Alberta : Calgary || Canada : Manitoba : Winnipeg || Canada : Ontario : Guelph || Canada : Ontario : Mississauga || Germany : North Rhine Westfalia : Monheim

Division:

Crop Science

Reference Code:

887297

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