Senior Scientist, Genomic Medicine | Senior Scientist (alle Geschlechter) - Genomische Medizin

Job Summary

In this 36-month fixed-term role at Bayer, you will act as a scientific lead within cross-functional, matrix-organized teams to drive innovative therapeutic programs. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve steering projects from target validation through to the identification of preclinical candidates. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, providing scientific expertise on modalities, lead-finding strategies, and mechanisms of action. A key aspect of this position is facilitating evidence-based 'Go/No-Go' decisions to accelerate the drug discovery pipeline. You will coordinate research assistants, manage CRO evaluations, and present findings to senior management. This role is ideal for a driven scientist who thrives in a collaborative, high-performance environment and is passionate about advancing therapeutic hypotheses in areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, renal, or immunology. You will have the opportunity to shape strategic initiatives while fostering a culture of ownership and psychological safety.