**Entomology Testing Manager Brazil / CS / Santa Cruz das Palmeiras-SP**
At Bayer, we work hard to make this company a better place for our employees - and the world a better place for everyone. “Health for all, hunger for none.” That's our vision at Bayer.
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**GET TO KNOW OUR AREA**:
The Trait Testing program is part of Plant Biotechnology team, and its mission is to drive innovative evaluation of the performance of genes, microbes and chemistries from discovery to field to develop tailored farming solutions. Trait Testing Latam develops technologies mainly for the Southern hemisphere testing the new traits against local pests, diseases and weeds. The team is highly collaborative and innovative which create opportunities for knowledge exchange and development.
**YOUR MISSION WILL BE TO**:
This position will be responsible for leading the entomology testing and insect rearing team in Brazil Trait Testing, working as a member of a multidisciplinary team, developing new biotechnology products and ensuring durability of our current products’ portfolio. Will develop and keep team capability enabling day-to-day operations and timely delivery of high quality insects and results.
- Manage the rearing of all target insect pests in the Insectary and the conduction of laboratory and field assays;
- Develop and implement the necessary infraestructure and build organizational team capability by ensuring structure, roles, and accountabilities support the work that needs to be done;
- Lead interaction with internal stakeholders and participate in multi-funtional teams to ensure the integration of LATAM Trait Testing initiatives into business activities;
- Engage with potential external collaborators to identify and implement key initiatives that are aligned with business needs;
- Build partnership and work collaboratively with Regulatory, Market Development, Field Solutions and other teams to meet shared objectives;
- Act as spokesperson on corporate research and development and advise top management using available channels (i.e., BSC and Working Groups)
- Seek for digital and automation solutions to gain eficiency.
**ARE YOU READY FOR THE POSITION?**
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Biology or related areas;
- Ph.D. degree in Entomology or related areas with previous experience in R&D function at the industry;
- Strong background in Entomology is mandatory;
- Expertise in insect rearing techniques, laboratory bioassays and experimentation in controlled environment and field;
- Excellent organizational, time management and record keeping skills. Previous experience with team leadership is highly desirable;
- Strong verbal and written communication;
- Quality Management System and Biosafety knowledge;
- Advanced/Fluent English and Fluent Portuguese;
- Location: Santa Cruz das Palmeiras/SP.
**What´s in it for you?**
At Bayer we have established our benefits in three essential pillars, which integrate and converge to promote the life quality and well-being of our employees.
- Health Care Plan
- Dental Plan
- Medicines Subsidy
- GymPass
- “Conte Comigo” - Psychological, chemical dependence, legal and financial assistance
- “Bem Nascer” - Health monitoring during pregnancy, no coparticipation in the health care plan, workshop for pregnant women (employees or partner of employees), extended maternity and paternity leave, daycare assistance, Bepantol baby, etc.
- Private Pension Plan - A long term savings vehicle that offers) 200% of matching contribution, competitive employee loan portfolio and promotes financial wellbeing
- Life Insurance
- CoopBayer - Cooperative that aims at the financial education and giving credit for employees
- Holidays bridge and holidays regular schedule, occurs all year round, including eve of National Holidays
- Vacations flexibility (within the provisions of the Brazilian legislation)
- **Bayer Country Club - Country Club facilities: Leisure area, game room, swimming pool, gym, party room and football pitch)
- Working from Home policy
- Flex Time and Short Friday
- There may be some difference in the benefits package according to position and location
**It depends on employee association
Bayer continues to hire for all positions, the interviews and the onboarding process are being conducted virtually due to COVID-19. We have taken all the safety measures to take care of our employees and we are going through this together.
- Até 25.01**Referência**:
- 784539**Divisão**:
- Crop Science**Local**:
- Brasil : São Paulo : Conchal**Área Funcional**:
- Biotecnologia**Nível da Posição**:
**Grupo de Contratação***:
- Regular**Horário de Trabalho***:
- Administrativo