Environmental Fate Modeling GIS Specialist

7 days ago


Durham, United States BASF Corporation Full time

Now hiring Environmental Fate Modeling GIS Specialist

We are looking for a Environmental Fate Modeling GIS Specialist to join our Environmental Fate team in Research Triangle Park, NC.

Relocation assistance is available, where 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.

As a Environmental Fate Modeling GIS Specialist you will bring needed geographical information systems (GIS) skills to BASF supporting robust Endangered Species Assessments (ESA) and other environmental evaluations, planning, and strategic engagement (internal and external), critical to support of our entire crop protection product portfolio.

As a Environmental Fate Modeling GIS Specialist, you create chemistry by...

  • Conducting geospatial environmental exposure assessments in support of Endangered Species Assessments (ESA).

  • Conducting non-ESA environmental exposure modeling exercises in support of development, re-registration, or expansion projects globally.

  • Aligning with project teams to set realistic timelines, plan and complete tasks, and summarize key outputs for onward communication.

  • Representing the Environmental Fate Exposure Modeling function on various internal and external teams.

If you have...

  • Advanced degree in Natural Sciences (e.g., Chemistry, Environmental Science, Soil Science) or Applied Sciences (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science, Agronomy, Geography / Geographic Information Systems) or related field.

  • PhD degree or Master’s degree + 2 years minimum of relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree + 4 years minimum of relevant experience.

  • Minimum of three years of experience directly conducting geospatial assessments related to the environmental fate and behavior of crop protection chemicals or other organic chemicals or addressing hydrological or ecological topics.

  • Experience with environmental chemical exposure modeling (e.g., using regulatory software such as PWC and AgDrift).

  • Proficiency in geographic information systems (GIS), specifically with ESRI software family (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise) and/or QGIS, is required. Familiarity with Google Earth Engine is a plus.

  • Proficiency in (big) geospatial data science, including expertise in programming/scripting languages, with preference given to Python (experience with libraries such as GeoPandas, ArcPy, Shapely, GDAL, Folium, Leefmap, Rasterio, Xarray, etc.).

  • Ability to travel up to 10%.

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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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.



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