Senior Scientist - DNA-Encoded Library Screening | Senior Scientist (all genders) - DNA-Encoded Library Screening

Job Summary

As a Senior Scientist in the DNA-Encoded Library (DEL) team at Bayer in Wuppertal, you will play a pivotal role in identifying novel chemical matter for early-stage drug discovery. Your daily responsibilities involve designing and executing DEL campaigns, managing protein and reagent selection, and performing complex data analysis to validate hits. You will collaborate across the R&D value chain, leveraging high-throughput biology technologies to support the drug discovery portfolio. The role requires a deep understanding of molecular drug-target interactions and a proactive approach to scouting emerging methodologies. This position is unique because it operates under a 'Dynamic Shared Ownership' model, offering high autonomy and the opportunity to innovate within a diverse, interdisciplinary team. You will be expected to engage with the global scientific community and academic partners to push the frontiers of high-throughput biology, making this an ideal role for a motivated scientist passionate about translating complex biological data into meaningful therapeutic solutions.