Job Summary: Senior Associate Researcher to manage pest control processes, optimize protocols, and lead teams in field experiments. Key Highlights: 1. Pest and weed control process management 2. Protocol optimization and experiment development 3. Leadership and operational team supervision **Senior Associate Researcher / CS / PETROLINA \- PE** Bayer addresses our most basic human needs — health and food. We contribute to a world where diseases are not only treated but effectively prevented or cured; where people can manage their own health more effectively; where sufficient agricultural products are produced for everyone while simultaneously preserving our planet’s natural resources; where business growth and sustainability go hand in hand. Our mission is: Health for all, Hunger for none. We are committed to diversity in all aspects for all employees and candidates. Without distinction, whether by ethnicity, color, race, religion, origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other conditions. Please note that all our opportunities are open to persons with disabilities. **POSITION NAME**: Senior Associate Researcher / CS / PETROLINA \- PE **LEARN ABOUT OUR AREA:** **The Site Operations team is responsible for implementing and managing all field experiments at the Petrolina site. We are a multidisciplinary team working in pest and weed control, irrigation, plant nutrition, mechanization, and environmental control to deliver the best corn and soybean products.** **YOUR MISSION WILL BE:** * Manage pest and weed control processes. * Develop and optimize management protocols, experimentation, procedure updates, and delivery of operational training. * Maintain a relationship of trust with client teams and ensure alignment of activities. * Independently manage daily operations, plan resource and task demands, and supervise a team of temporary staff carrying out activities. * Support and ensure compliance with occupational safety protocols and measures. * Create, review, and update documents related to team operations, ensuring processes are efficient and compliant with the quality management system. * Implement innovation, knowledge transfer, and support change management processes. * Participate in root cause analyses and safety investigations, providing data and insights. **WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:** **Mandatory** * Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or related fields. * Residency in Petrolina \- PE * Valid Class B driver’s license (CNH B) * Intermediate or advanced Microsoft Office proficiency * Proficiency in data collection and analysis tools (Power BI, Power Apps) * Experience in calibration of machinery and implements * Experience in application technology * Advanced knowledge of pests, diseases, and crop protection for major crops * Knowledge of GPS systems * Experience in implementation and management of field experiments * Flexibility in working hours to meet high-demand periods (second shift work required) **Desirable:** Intermediate English proficiency **WHAT ELSE YOU’LL FIND HERE:** At Bayer, we structure our benefits around three essential pillars, which integrate and converge to promote quality of life and well-being for our employees. * **Medical Assistance** * **Dental Assistance** * **Medication Subsidy** * **GymPass** * **Conte Comigo** \- Psychological support, chemical dependency assistance, legal and financial consulting * **Bem Nascer** – A comprehensive package of exclusive benefits for new parents, including: a car seat to ensure baby’s safety, a personalized book “While I Was Being Born”, maternal and infant health monitoring during pregnancy, waived co-payments, parent-and-pregnancy meetings, extended maternity and paternity leave, childcare allowance, Bepantol baby, among others. * **Private Pension Plan** \- A long-term savings vehicle offering 200% employer matching, a competitive loan portfolio, and promotion of financial well-being * **Life Insurance** * **CoopBayer** \- A cooperative focused on employee financial education + **Short Friday and Holiday Bridge Scheduling** * **Flexible Vacation Scheduling** (within statutory limits) * **\*\*Clube Bayer** \- Club facilities: barbecue area, game room, swimming pool, gym, party hall, and soccer field) + **Home Office** + **Flex Time** * Benefit packages may vary depending on position and location. \*\*Subject to employee membership. **YOUR APPLICATION** If your knowledge and personal experience match this profile, please visit www.bayer.com.br and submit your complete resume. **Location:** Brazil : Pernambuco : Petrolina **Division:** Crop Science **Reference Code:** 860307