BioScience, one of the three business groups of Bayer Crop Science AG, is a leading international
player in research, development, and marketing of seeds. BioScience provides sustainable,
plant-based solutions for the agricultural, health, nutrition and industrial sectors mainly through
modern plant breeding and plant biotechnology innovations. Innovation is focused on three market
areas: vegetable seeds, agricultural crops (canola, cotton and rice) and novel plant-based products
for health, nutrition and biomaterial applications. BioScience has more than 2100 employees
worldwide and is headquartered in Lyon, France.
Bayer BioScience N.V. located in Gent, Belgium is one of the main global plant biotechnology
innovation centers of Bayer. This center of excellence integrates plant biotechnology research and
BioScience business support functions to optimize the innovation process in a responsible and
sustainable approach. For our Technology Management department in Zwijnaarde (Gent) we are
currently looking for a motivated
Molecular Characterisation Manager (m/f)
Job Description
• Interprets the BioScience project plans as a yearly operational planning for scientists and
laboratory and administrative staff. Ensures that project deadlines are met and that customers are
satisfied with the deliverables.
• Ensures the most effective, where applicable cheapest, and most up to date scientific
methods, protocols and standard operating procedures are used in all studies. Discusses protocols
and study plans with customers to ensure that the correct deliverables are made.
• Where applicable, identifies trusted external parties to provide services and data for
studies. Manages the interaction with the third party, including setting up confidentiality
agreements, fee-for service agreements, and paying invoices and fees on time.
• Interacts with other BioScience departments such as Research and Development functions to
ensure that the starting materials for all studies are available on time.
• Interacts with other BioAnalytics departments and toxicology to ensure most efficient
transfer of data and materials for their studies.
• Maintains a ‘world class’ quality of laboratory, by ensuring that the facilities are kept
functional, clean and safe, and that the appropriate equipment is present, calibrated and generally
fit for use.
• Communicates within BioScience on scientific matters in area of expertise, and provides
this expertise as needed in external communications, for example site visits, in-house training
etc.
Profile
- PhD in Life Sciences with 5+ years of team management experience
- Expertise in molecular biology and biochemistry with sound knowledge of laboratory
activities
- Understanding of regulatory requirements in biotech
- Affinity with quality management systems and information management
- Team leadership
- Excellent interpersonal skills - Able to manage cultural diversity - Good communication
skills
- Bilingual (English + second language)
Offer
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and an innovative environment. Our teams are
amongst the best in the industry. Teamwork, entrepreneurship, drive, a passion to learn and to
share knowledge, respect for sustainable development and integrity are our most precious values.
Our international and interdisciplinary work environment offers a range of possibilities to
motivated, qualified people with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
If you have the right qualifications and wish to be part of this innovative research setting,
please send your resume to: Peggy Poelmans, Bayer BioScience N.V., Technologiepark 38, 9052 Gent,
Belgium or Email:
peggy.poelmans@bayercropscience.com.