Senior Research Scientist

1 week ago

Durham, North Carolina, United States BASF Full time
Job Title: Senior Research Scientist - Analytical Chemist

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Research Scientist - Analytical Chemist to join our team in Research Triangle Park, NC.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will provide analytical support to the Formulation Development lab for Seed Solutions and Biologics. As an individual contributor, the main focus of the position is to support the development, registration, and manufacture of new products and formulations for Crop Protection and advise on their use to broaden the market and increase business results.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement detailed, often complex, analytical R&D programs consistent with approved business cases for active ingredients and formulations.
  • Lead and assist in designing and executing analytical procedures for both Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and non-GLP analysis of active ingredients and formulation inerts.
  • Develop and validate analytical methods to acquire, interpret, and report the necessary data to advance the formulation development program and satisfy global regulatory requirements.
  • Liaise closely with stakeholders from Sales, Marketing, Biology, Regulatory, Operations, and the global team to understand business needs and determine the best analytical development path forward.
  • Communicate status of analytical development and projects through technical reports, presentations, and documents for regulatory submission.
  • Provide technical and commercial support for after-market launches to resolve product performance issues that might affect company relations with customers or regulatory agencies.
  • Utilize existing and implement new analytical technologies within a development program to foster innovation across the analytical and formulation community.
  • Participate in the scale-up and launch of the developed products by transfer of analytical know-how to Regulatory and Manufacturing as part of Product Launch Excellence.
Requirements:
  • Ph.D. in a scientific discipline such as chemistry or biology, plus 2 years of practical industrial experience in an R&D environment; or MS with 6 years of industrial experience; or BS with 7 years industrial experience.
  • Analytical Development and Product Characterization experience, preferably in Crop Protection (related industries are acceptable).
  • Thorough knowledge of analytical technologies in Separation Science including GC, GC/MS, HPLC, and HPLC/MS.
  • Experience working in a GLP environment and knowledge of regulatory guidelines (e.g. EPA, OECD, EU, IBAMA, SANCO, CIPAC, etc.).
  • Proven ability to lead, plan, coordinate, and complete analytical projects on difficult problems with cross-functional teams.
  • Track record of generating innovation and application of cutting-edge technology.
  • Serious safety focus, attention to detail, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
  • Proficient computer skills and experience using various IT systems and databases relevant to analytical technology (Chemstation, OpenLab, EZChrom, etc.).
What We Offer:
  • 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.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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