Senior Scientist (all genders) - in Vitro CVRI

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Senior Scientist (all genders) - in Vitro CVRI

Join Bayer’s Cardiovascular, Renal and Inflammation (CVRI) research area and contribute to pioneering therapies for kidney diseases. In this laboratory-focused role, you will design and execute cutting-edge in vitro experiments, drive innovation in molecular and cellular analytics, and play a key role in advancing our drug discovery programs from target validation to clinical evaluation.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

You will design and execute in vitro experiments (cellular, enzymatic, biochemical), analyze data, and present results and next steps in the context of kidney disease modelling to advance CVRI drug discovery programs
You will provide hands-on expertise within one of our technology areas (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology or Cellular Analytics) and contribute to innovation in these fields
You will initiate and drive projects supporting the CVRI pipeline and research portfolio
You will collaborate with scientists across CVRI and other R&D functions, contributing to cross-team and cross-site activities
You will ensure accurate documentation of all experimental results and compliance with GRP and HSE guidelines
You will stay current with scientific advances in your field and contribute to scientific literature or conferences as appropriate
You will foster a culture of collaboration, high quality, and scientific rigor within the laboratory environment

WHO YOU ARE

You hold a PhD in a relevant Life Sciences field with initial experience in an academic or industrial research environment advantageous
You have experience in renal biology and insights into renal disease mechanisms
You demonstrate a strong track record as a hands-on experimentalist, working with biological systems such as cells, lysates, or tissues and a desire to continue in a laboratory focused role with a high level of experimental vigor and quality
You possess practical skills in cell culture, cellular analytics (e.g. flow cytometry, microscopy, imaging), functional assay development, molecular biology, and biochemistry
You show high attention to detail, creativity in problem solving, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
You build effective relationships across functions and contribute to a high-performing research culture
You have impactful research experience, ideally evidenced by publications, patents, or conference presentations
You are fluent in English, both spoken and written; German knowledge is an advantage

WHAT WE OFFER

Our benefits package is flexible, appreciative, and tailored to your lifestyle, because: What matters to you, matters to us!

We ensure your financial stability through a competitive compensation package, consisting of an attractive base pay and our annual bonus. In addition, managers can recognize special contributions by granting an individual performance award.
Your family is a top priority. We offer loving company daycare centers at multiple locations, support in finding childcare, time off for the care of elderly or dependent family members, summer camps for children, and much more.
We support your professional growth by providing access to learning and development opportunities, training programs through the Bayer Learning Academy, development dialogues, as well as coaching and mentoring programs.
We support your health and well-being with free check-ups by our company doctor, health seminars, and a wide range of initiatives that promote a healthy lifestyle.
We embrace diversity by providing an inclusive work environment in which you are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

YOUR APPLICATION
This is your opportunity to tackle the world’s biggest challenges with us: Maintaining our health, feeding growing populations and slowing the rate of climate change. You have a voice, ideas and perspectives and we want to hear them. Because our success begins with you. Be part of something big. Be Bayer.
Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

Location: Berlin
Division: Pharmaceuticals
Reference Code: 856904