Now hiring! Sr. Research Scientist

We are looking for a Sr. Research Scientist to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Research Triangle Park, NC.

This position offers a hybrid working arrangement - 3 days in the office per week, and 2 working remotely from home. Domestic relocation assistance is available, if applicable.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental, and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

Together with Global Insecticide and Seed Treatment (ST) marketing & Crop Systems, define research targets for nematicides. Align & drive scouting, screening and evaluation efforts, including both proprietary and 3rd party technologies. Your role also involves defining R&D project objectives, managing nematicide research projects, and coordinating activities with global and relevant business units.

As a Sr. Research Scientist, you create chemistry by...

• Defining and maintaining BASF Nematicide Research Targets.
• Strategically managing nematicide R&D projects, collaborating with our business unit, third parties, and regional teams.
• Operational management of all North America nematicide R&D projects, working closely with the US ST team to achieve project objectives.
• Serving as the technical knowledge center for ST & soil-applied nematicides globally, providing support to the North America business and coordinating interactions with other knowledge centers.

If you...

• Possess an MSc or PhD in a biological or agricultural science such as nematology, entomology, plant pathology, agronomy, agricultural business, or a related field.
• Have a minimum of 6 years’ experience with a MSc or 3 years' experience with a PhD in the crop protection field and greenhouse research.
• Demonstrate a strong technical knowledge of nematodes and nematicides, including understanding technical market drivers and expertise in R&D methodology, such as efficacy testing.
• Exhibit strong communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to effectively collaborate with various internal and external teams.
• Be recognized within BASF and/or the agriculture industry for your expertise in designing, implementing, and managing R&D projects, with some external influence within the R&D community.
• Possess strong project management skills, including experience in marketing, formulation development, regulatory affairs, stewardship, and collaborating with regional Seed Treatment R&D leads.
• Ability to travel up to 10% - domestically and internationally.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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