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.
Medical Graduate
Graduate Medical Programme 2025
Are you a recent science graduate who is keen to step out of the lab and put your skills to use, from day one to make a meaningful impact? Do you want to collaborate with and learn from colleagues within the UK Medical team of a global life science business? If so, a Medical Graduate role at Bayer may be the perfect fit to start your career.
The global chemical and pharmaceutical industry is constantly innovating in areas ranging from healthcare to agriculture. Every one of our projects aims to improve people’s lives, and at Bayer you will be empowered to turn your passion and ideas into solutions to the world’s problems.
Who are we and what is it like to work for us?
Imagine a workplace where 95% of decisions are made by those on the ground, where managers are your coaches, and innovation cycles are as swift as 90 days! At Bayer, we’re revolutionising our operating model to put our mission—Health for all, Hunger for none—at the forefront of everything we do. This transformation allows us to deliver faster innovations and enhance the experience for the farmers, patients, and consumers who rely on #TeamBayer.
Say goodbye to traditional hierarchies! Our Graduate Programme places YOU at the centre of this dynamic shift, empowering you to collaborate with talented colleagues across the business. Here, you’ll unlock unparalleled opportunities to develop and fast-track your leadership skills.
Step into a future where your ideas matter. Join the Bayer Graduate programme and be part of something extraordinary!
What does the role involve?
As a member of the Medical team, you will have the opportunity to work across three different areas over the course of the 18 month programme. Firstly, you will work within the office-based Medical Advisor team, this rotation will focus on understanding the role of the Medical team, various products and compliance. Next, you will undertake a field-based role working alongside the Medical Science Liaison team meeting Health Care Professionals (HCPs) virtually and face-to-face. Your last rotation will be office-based working on projects within the Medical Operations team. Day-to-day tasks might include:
Attend medical and commercial meetings relevant to products and be involved with liaising with agencies. Cross-functional engagement with patient access, medical information and brand teams.Focus on development of materials for content factory, updating slide decks with new data, and performing stakeholder planning to identify national rising stars. There will be a focus on compliance, and attendance will be required at code update meetings and compliance training. Focus on engaging tier 3 key opinion leaders (KOLs) and rising stars nationally to understand their current treatment for prostate cancer. Cross functional support to clinical operations by way of site identification and study proposal development when appropriate. Support with operational tasks and work on projects in Medical Operations. These will be dependent on design teams that are running or topics that need attention.
Who are we looking for?
Graduate with an MSc in a health science-related field or MPharm, achieving a minimum of 2:2 classification.Master’s degree or PHD preferredA team player, able to work well with different departments across the businessAn agile worker, able to switch focus between different tasks across the business and different stakeholder groups Self-directed and comfortable working within areas of ambiguityAccurate, with high attention to detail and able to pick up on key details amongst lots of informationDriven, keen to take on more responsibility within the company and grow within the roleGood project management skillsFast learner and proactive mindset An ability to work autonomouslyProficient computer skills, with strong knowledge of relevant software applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook.What we offer:
Be You at Bayer where you have the opportunity to be part of a culture influencing Health for all and Hunger for none.
To achieve our vision, we see reward for all our employees as incredibly important, so here are some of the benefits you will receive as a Bayer employee.
Competitive compensation package consisting of an attractive base salary and annual bonus. Individual bonus can also be granted for top performance awards.28 days annual leave plus bank holidaysPrivate Healthcare, generous pension scheme and Life InsuranceWellness programs and supportEmployee discount schemeState of the art officesHelp with home office equipmentVolunteering daysSupport for professional growth in a wide range of learning and development opportunitiesWe welcome and embrace diversity providing an inclusive working environment
The best possible work-life balance is of great importance to us, which is why we support a flexible hybrid working model out of our Reading offices
What are the next steps?
1) To submit your application, please follow the provided link. Please ensure that you answer all outlined questions and submit your application by the closing date 21st Feb 2025. Please upload a single document that includes your cover letter at the front of your CV, or alternatively, include the relevant information in the personal statement section of your CV.
2) If successful, you will be invited to participate in an initial telephone interview with a member of our team
3) Successful candidates will be invited to attend an assessment centre week commencing 31st March 2025
4) For the successful applicant, the start date will be 8th September 2025
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Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity/expression, family status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and without discrimination. We continue to progressively embrace and adopt actions to advance our Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) commitments and aspirations, #ForBetter.
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term condition (for example: dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need us to make any adjustments, changes or do anything differently during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the HR Operations Team on hrop_uk@bayer.com.
Workplace adjustments will be made on a case-by-case basis
We are a Disability Confident Employer, however, this role is not eligible for the offer of interview scheme.
Location:
United Kingdom : Berkshire : Reading
Division:
Pharmaceuticals
Reference Code:
839399