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.

Senior Process Development Scientist

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

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  Execute and lead technical programs/processes in a specific area to implement new applications or technological advancements for the division's products.
• Act as a consultant to manufacturing and packaging personnel by assisting in their planning process, reviewing possible solutions, and presenting recommendations for actions.
• Advise site management group on technological advancements and the potential impact such scientific / technical developments would have on processes and procedures.
• Establish technical information exchanges with Research and Development and Divisional staff to define and identify technical resources for Myerstown.
• Assume a leadership role in professional and industry associations by chairing committees, advising on journal publications, and acting as a technical consultant demonstrating technical expertise and professional credibility.
• Provide leadership and direction to other Process Technology staff on an as-needed basis.
• Other duties may be assigned.

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values. More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree
• An excellent understanding of the unit operations associated with the manufacture of solid and liquid pharmaceutical dosage forms.
• Experience with statistical process control.
• Demonstrated ability to understand the scientific aspects of company's activities and apply that knowledge to the company's goals.
• Demonstrated ability to explain and recommend to all levels of personnel the results of projects.
• The flexibility to work in a team-oriented or independent environment depending on project needs.
• Demonstrated competencies: problem solving, practical judgment, initiative/assertiveness, job knowledge, leadership, planning/organizing, attention to detail, sense of urgency/timing, creativity/innovation, and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS with 10 years of progressive technical/scientific experience; or M.S. with 8 years of progressive technical/scientific experience; or Ph.D. with 6 years of progressive technical/scientific experience.
• Experience of digital systems e.g., SAP, SCADA, MES, etc.
• Experience with Microsoft Office software and statistical analysis.