Genotyping Lab Specialist II — 2nd Shift

ISU Research Park; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayer is seeking a Research and Development Specialist II for the 2nd shift in Ankeny, Iowa. You will execute high-throughput genotyping with a lab team, delivering timely, high-quality data to support plant biology discovery and process improvement.

The role emphasizes designing and conducting experiments, operating automated systems, and ensuring safety and compliance while meeting daily KPIs and continuous improvement objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in biology, chemistry, engineering or life sciences.
• Experience with high-throughput genotyping or lab automation is preferred.
• Proficiency with data analysis and workflow-tracking systems.
• Ability to design and execute experiments and troubleshoot lab instrumentation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Meet daily and weekly genotyping objectives delivering high-quality data.
• Operate and maintain high-throughput lab automation technologies.
• Collaborate across platforms to support end-to-end workflows.
• Troubleshoot and improve lab processes and efficiency.
• Design experiments and apply data sources to validate methods.
• Follow protocols and maintain detailed documentation.
• Promote safety culture and compliance in all activities.

Skills

Genotyping

High-throughput data analysis

Laboratory automation

Mechanical aptitude

Data quality and KPI focus

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or life sciences

Job description

Bayer is seeking a Research and Development Specialist II for the 2nd shift in Ankeny, Iowa. You will execute high-throughput genotyping with a lab team, delivering timely, high-quality data to support plant biology discovery and process improvement.

The role emphasizes designing and conducting experiments, operating automated systems, and ensuring safety and compliance while meeting daily KPIs and continuous improvement objectives.