Job Description

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.

Laboratory Analyst I

Laboratory Analyst I

As a Laboratory Analyst I, you play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and efficiency of our laboratory operations. Your primary focus is on routine testing, providing analytical data that supports process control, quality assurance, and process development. You will work collaboratively with the team to enhance productivity and ensure compliance with safety standards.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• With limited supervision, perform routine analytical testing as directed by protocols and work instructions;
• Work a variety of shifts (including weekends and holidays) as per business needs;
• Prepare solutions, clean glassware, dispose of solid/liquid waste and other duties to help in the overall operations of the laboratory. Train others in waste management;
• Alert lab leadership of issues or discrepancies involving sample integrity, supply inventory, safety concerns, or analysis irregularities;
• Communicate troubleshooting opportunities in testing processes;
• Conduct basic (operational) preventative maintenance according to work instructions;
• Identify and communicate operational issues of laboratory instruments and equipment;
• Understand and operate Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Chromatography Data System (CDS) system, and other instrument specific computer systems;
• Search various databases for test methods, specifications, and standards to locate information required to complete analyses;
• Promptly and accurately record, calculate, and report analytical results;
• Review analytical data and various LIMS reports. Communicate and discuss any issues with team members and supervisors;
• Complete data entry for metrics and Key Performance Indicators;
• Identify process improvement ideas and communication opportunities. Assist in improving established procedures and implementing continuous improvement projects;
• Communicate testing results to customers as required, act with customers in mind;
• Identify opportunities to improve established procedures and aid in implementations;
• Notify leads when supplies/consumables are at critical levels;
• Observe good safety and housekeeping practices.

WHO YOU ARE:

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED;
• Willing and able to work during days, nights, weekends, and overtime as business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years of lab experience with a high school diploma or GED;
• AA/AS OR Bachelor’s Degree;
• Good oral and written communication skills;
• High attention to detail and ability to analyze outcomes against standards;
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload to optimize efficiency and productivity.

Posting will be available until November 5, 2025.

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $45,471.00 - $68,206.50. 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.

YOUR APPLICATION

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. 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. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.
To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.


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.

Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.

Location:

United States : Iowa : Muscatine

Division:

Crop Science

Reference Code:

855568

Contact Us

Email:

hrop_usa@bayer.com

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