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Field Associate III

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.

What You Will Do

The Field Associate III is responsible for working with an internal team of Plant Breeding, Breeders, Research Scientists, and Field Operations to design, execute, and oversee the North America Plant Breeding Row Crop Research and Development efforts. Additionally, the role is responsible for continuous improvement and strategic initiative projects that transform the way row crop plant breeding research is conducted within the organization through the use of new equipment technologies, data analytics, and program management design.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

+ Be influential within the organization and with external partners;

+ Lead projects and initiatives at the hub and across the network;

+ Work independently and show expertise in particular working areas, provide a solid network;

+ Provide innovative solutions, high technical abilities;

+ Plan, direct, and coordinate activities of others;

+ Mentor other ARS employees;

+ Be accountable for business unit or project results through leadership and coordination across site strategy;

+ Prioritize and monitor projects to ensure completion within deadlines and budgets;

+ Build partnerships and share technical knowledge across sites;

+ Be involved in industry working groups and networks.

Required Qualifications:

+ PhD with minimum years relevant experience, OR MS with minimum of 2 years relevant experience, OR BS with minimum of 5 years relevant experience;

+ Valid Driver’s License;

+ Ability to lift up to 60 lbs;

+ Ability to obtain pesticide applicator license;

+ Ability to work extended hours during peak operational seasons;

+ CDL license or ability to obtain;

+ Demonstrative experience working in a collaborative team-based environment;

+ Capable of pulling, analyzing, and maintaining large data sets;

+ Basic understanding and passion for emerging trends in agriculture expertise with both standard MS office computer and software systems used in scientific data analysis, with the ability to quickly learn new software programs and tools;

+ Capable of utilizing multiple analytics platforms to articulate observations and areas in need of improvement experience with seed technology industry or plant breeding expertise with precision agriculture hardware and software;

+ Demonstrated capability of continuous improvements and new innovations through the work on project teams.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Ability to obtain UAV license for operating drones;

+ BS in Agronomy, Life Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field;

+ Knowledge and experience with agricultural equipment and Row Crop production practices and history of leveraging that knowledge in a research environment;

This posting will expire on January 10 th , 2026.

_Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $_ _75250.40 - 112875.60 per year. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Other benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. If selected for this role, the offer may vary based on market data/ranges, an applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors._

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Job postings will remain open for a minimum of ten business days and are subject to immediate closure thereafter without additional notice.

**Division:** Crop Science **Reference Code** 859367

**Functional Area:** Biological R&D **Location:** United States : Michigan : Mason

**Employment Type:** Regular **Position Grade:** M07

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Creve Coeur, MO** **+1 888-473-1001, option #5

63167

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