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Research Associate (all genders) - High Content Imaging
Join Bayer’s Chemical Biology, Imaging and Omics (CBIO) team in Wuppertal and contribute to cutting-edge early drug discovery within an interdisciplinary R&D environment. You will work with state-of-the-art high-content imaging, complex in vitro systems, and advanced automation technologies to drive assay development, hit characterization, and target identification. Become part of a collaborative, highly engaged scientific community tackling key questions that shape Bayer’s future pipeline.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. You will develop advanced microscopy assays (e.g., immunofluorescence, genetically engineered cell systems, Cell Painting) to identify and characterize novel lead structures as well as cellular phenotypes for target discovery
2. In this role, you will perform routine compound characterization across hit clusters to support early discovery campaigns
3. Working closely with the interdisciplinary CBIO team, you will contribute to multiple projects across therapeutic areas with a strong focus on microscopy-driven research
4. Designing, executing, and analyzing image-based experiments will be part of your role, and you will present results clearly within project teams
5. You will also ensure reliable operation of laboratory equipment and evaluate new technological capabilities and software to expand CBIO’s imaging portfolio
WHO YOU ARE
6. You hold a Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field and bring a strong understanding of cancer biology and/or cardiovascular biology
7. Ideally, you have first experience within the industry in the field of drug discovery; familiarity with data analysis workflows for imaging data is considered a plus
8. As a laboratory expert, you demonstrate hands-on expertise in mammalian cell culture and curiosity for complex biological systems such as hiPSC models and advanced 3D tissue cultures
9. You are eager to broaden your knowledge in drug discovery, particularly in cellular assay systems leveraging microscopy and automation workflows
10. With strong technical proficiency in high-content microscopy, cell painting, RNA imaging approaches, and automated liquid handling systems, you perform confidently in an R&D environment
11. You are motivated to expand your skill set toward multi-omics technologies including transcriptomics and proteomics
12. Fluency in English, both written and spoken, round off you profile, German language skills are a plus
WHAT WE OFFER
Our benefits package is flexible, appreciative, and tailored to your lifestyle, because: What matters to you, matters to us!
13. We ensure your financial stability through a competitive compensation package, consisting of an attractive base pay and our annual bonus. In addition, managers can recognize special contributions by granting an individual performance award or top performance award.
14. Whether it’s hybrid work models or part-time arrangements: Whenever it is possible, you will have the flexibility to work how, when and where it is best for you.
15. Your family is a top priority. We offer loving company daycare centers at multiple locations, support in finding childcare, time off for the care of elderly or dependent family members, summer camps for children, and much more.
16. We support your professional growth by providing access to learning and development opportunities, training programs through the Bayer Learning Academy, development dialogues, as well as coaching and mentoring programs.
17. We promote health awareness and opportunities for selfcare through various measures, such as free health checks with the company doctor.
18. We embrace diversity by providing an inclusive work environment in which you are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.
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