Research Scientist

**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.**

**Research Scientist (Structural Biology) cryo-EM (M/F/d)**

Drive research projects by leveraging in-depth expertise in electron cryo-microscopy (cryo-EM) and computational techniques, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of biological systems. Lead research initiatives from mechanistic target understanding to delivering structural insights on various biological macromolecules, effectively integrating structural data within a broader biological context.

**YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- You plan and conduct single-particle analysis (SPA) cryo-EM studies to elucidate structures of biomolecules relevant to drug discovery
- You prepare cryo-EM samples and collect, analyze, and interpret cryo-EM datasets
- You employ computational methods to analyze cryo-EM data and model complex biological systems
- You interpret structures of biological macromolecules to communicate biological and chemical modes of action to project teams
- You coordinate external structural biology support for research projects, ensuring timely delivery of results and alignment with project requirements
- You work as an integral part of interdisciplinary teams, including biochemists, molecular biologists, and computational scientists, to integrate
structural data into broader biological contexts
- You mentor and train peers and junior scientists in cryo-EM workstreams
capabilities

**WHO YOU ARE**
- You have a Ph.D. in Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Cell Biology, or a related field
- You have a strong track record using structural biology to understand molecular mechanisms and biological processes
- You have extensive hands-on expertise in cryo-EM, including sample preparation, data collection, analysis, and structure determination
- You possess experience in optimizing biochemical samples and processing complex datasets
- You have a strong background in protein expression, purification, and characterization techniques
- You have experience with other structural biology techniques such as X-ray crystallography, NMR spectroscopy, SAXS, and/or HDX
- You have experience using computational methods for predicting biomolecular complexes and protein design (desirable)
- You have excellent problem-solving abilities and can work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
- You have strong communication skills and the ability to clearly present complex data
- You are proficient in English (spoken and written); basic knowledge of German is a plus

**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.
- Whether it’s hybrid work models or part-time arrangements: Whenever it is possible, you will have the **flexibility** to work how, when and where it is best for you.
- 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 promote **health awareness** and opportunities for selfcare through various measures, such as free health checks with the company doctor and our health platform #machfit.
- 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.

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