Bayer CropScience (BCS), an Equal Opportunity Employer, is a subgroup of Bayer AG. It is one of the world''s leading innovative crop science companies in the areas of crop protection, non-agricultural pest control, seeds and traits. The company offers an outstanding range of products and extensive service backup for modern, sustainable agriculture and for non-agricultural applications. Bayer CropScience has a global workforce of 20,700 and is represented in more than 120 countries. Bayer’s corporate culture is an important factor in the company’s success. Central to this culture are our values: Leadership, Integrity, Flexibility and Efficiency, summarized by the term LIFE. They provide us with guidance for our daily work as we seek solutions to the major challenges of our time, in line with our mission statement “Bayer: Science For A Better Life". BCS R&D; BLX Regulatory Affairs We offer a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefit programs. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will be eligible for an array of innovative rewards and recognition programs, variable pay and incentive opportunities as well as benefits coverage beginning on your first day of employment. We are committed to helping our employees maintain a healthy balance between their responsibilities at work and home. You will be eligible for paid time off programs, paid company holidays, flexible work options and numerous site conveniences. We are also committed to supporting your professional development through career ladders, training programs, tuition assistance and professional association events. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, we encourage you to explore how you can make a difference at Bayer by applying now. To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes. The primary responsibility of this role, as Global Regulatory Manager (GRM), is to drive the development and registration process for Biological products; coordinate cross - functional processes (e.g. by leading technical product and project sub- teams). Steer the compilation of high quality registration dossiers on time, in close collaboration with other development functions, other regions and countries. The incumbent will:
* Be responsible for defining, developing and implementing the global regulatory strategies for specific biological active ingredients and global formulations, by using cross- functional and cross-regional networks;
* Manage the planning, budget and execution of all regulatory studies in close contact with internal functional technical experts, to ensure the necessary scientific data, studies, documentation, interpretations and information are available in a timely manner;
* Support the regional and local registration, defense and stewardship process by coordinating technical expertise and generating the necessary data, in close cooperation with the regions, countries and experts;
* Compile the regulatory core dossiers and technical positions for submissions, and facilitate favorable regulatory outcomes to support strategic business objectives, as well as to ensure full compliance with applicable regulations
* Give guidance on register-ability or regulatory consequences, costs and timelines for biopesticides, botanicals, plant growth regulators, soil amendments, inoculants and other new technologies in the area of biological crop protection products in order to facilitate decisions on research, development, investment and prioritization;
* Follow the development of new regulatory legislation and political impacts in order to be able to translate and consider them for global regulatory product defense and development activities;
* Represent BCS in regulatory industry associations or task forces initiatives to influence broad regulatory policies / regulations that affect BCS assets. The GRM’s act in a highly complex and unpredictable regulatory environment due to politically driven regulatory decisions, therefore the selected candidate is required to possess the following:
* M.S. in biology, chemistry, biology or agronomy (or related subjects) AND a minimum of 4 years of experience or;
* B.S. in biology, chemistry, biology or agronomy (or related subjects) AND a minimum of 6 years of experience;
* An in-depth knowledge of the agrochemical industry and competitive landscape and comprehensive experience of global regulatory affairs
* An extensive level of knowledge of relevant biopesticide regulations and requirements for submission of registration applications and other regulatory dossiers. An understanding of all regulatory relevant scientific subjects
* Experience or knowledge of regulatory approval processes for Biostimulants, plant inoculants, soil amendments or other non-pesticidal plant products;
* Possess leadership skills and be effective/efficient organizer, planner and communicator and be able to understand, influence and motivate colleagues, as well as external contacts, including regulatory agencies. Ability to push for timely decisions, take appropriate risks and support prioritization decisions;
* Solid negotiation skills with regulatory authorities and Third Parties and a very high level of integrity. Preferred Qualifications:
* M.S. in biology, chemistry, biology or agronomy (or related subjects) AND 6 to 8 years of relevant experience OR;
* B.S. in biology, chemistry, biology or agronomy (or related subjects) AND 8 to 10 years of relevant experience;
* Ability to communicate in a second language (such as Spanish, German, Portuguese, etc.). *Salary and grade level will be commensurate with experience and /or education level. Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
*Location:* CA-Davis
*Req ID:* NB55270696