Now Hiring! Insectary Research Scientist II

Research Triangle Park, NC

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Where the chemistry happens…

We are seeking a talented professional like you to serve as Research Scientist II in the Global Insecticide Research Group (APR/IE) at BASF's research facility in Research Triangle Park, NC. In this role, you will join an interdisciplinary team focused on the discovery of novel, selective and safe insecticides. Specifically, you will be a member of the Insect and Plant Propagation Team, focusing on the continuous production of high-quality, consistent animals and plants that enable us to drive our research pipeline forward.

As a Insectary Research Scientist II, You Create Chemistry By...

• Being directly responsible for mass-rearing a variety of insect species on plants and/or artificial diet, while collecting, analyzing, and reporting detailed data on insect and plant quality, to ensure our scientists receive consistent, high-quality plants and animals.

• Overseeing the quality control program for our twenty-plus insect species and coordinate environmental monitoring within our state-of-the-art facility.

• Leveraging your self-starter attitude, and your excellent communication skills, you will help to organize efforts across our team through various activities including reviewing materials, such as standard operating procedures created and submitted by other team members, facilitating the team duty schedule, and working directly with the team leader to coordinate workflows across our multiple work streams. Likewise, you will coordinate the contingent workforce which supports the Insect and Plant Propagation team.

• Dedicating to advancing our insect mass-rearing program while maintaining the highest level of laboratory safety for self and colleagues. This is an excellent opportunity for you to demonstrate your experience mass-producing insects and/or plants from previous roles.

• This role requires that you are willing and able to handle live insects, and safely lift 50 lbs.

If you...

• Possess a BS and/or MS in Biology, Entomology, Crop Protection, or other relevant disciplines.

• 5 or more years of related experience with a bachelor's degree or 3 or more years of related experience with a master's degree.

• Experience could be in one or more of the following areas: mass-producing insects and/or plants, coordinating the efforts of a small team, and supporting multifaceted customer needs in a dynamic project environment will be crucial for success.

• Have strong organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written.

Then...

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!

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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.