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Scientist Job
Date: May 3, 2012
Location: Durham, NC, US
Scientist-1200001
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
Description
We are the world's leading chemical company because we offer intelligent solutions for our customers and for a sustainable future. We link and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to advance. Not only your performance but also your personality matter to us. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities.
BASF - the Chemical Company - consolidated its plant biotechnology activities in BASF Plant Science in 1998. Today, about 700 employees are working to optimize crops for more efficient agriculture, renewable raw materials and healthier nutrition. BASF Plant Science Video
We are currently looking for a Crop Physiologist.
The Crop Physiologist will be a member of the Crop Pipeline function within the BASF Plant Science organization. This team performs critical activities necessary to advance BPS's plant biotechnology projects from idea to marketplace as quickly and effectively as possible. These research and development projects focus on enhancing crop performance, productivity, nutritional value, and overall plant health.
BPS is seeking to appoint a Crop Physiologist for its Research Triangle Park, NC location. The Crop Physiologist will work as part of a team that implements novel phenotypic screens in growth chambers, greenhouse, and field for crop-based gene discovery research. The individual will work closely with the project teams in developing strategies and methodologies in the area of Crop Physiology and will lead the implementation of work plans within the Crop Phenotyping group. The incumbent will have practical experience in leading projects in the field and greenhouse, developing experimental designs, and performing physiological assays. Outstanding communication skills are a must.
Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
Required:
- PhD degree in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Breeding or related field, with 2 years experience in conducting independent research -OR- MS degree in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Breeding or related field, with 7 years experience in conducting independent research-OR- BS degree in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Breeding or related field, with 10 years experience in conducting independent research. Additional experience may be substituted for educational requirement.
- Experience originating novel scientific hypotheses on yield improvement in corn and soybeans, and developing assays to test those hypotheses.
- Experience analyzing and interpreting physiological data on plants in field settings and in growth chamber and greenhouse settings.
- Demonstrated experience designing experiments and measuring plant performance in the field.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong leadership and decision making skills with experience in working with seasonal field personnel.
- Willing to travel/work 25% of the time at BASF field stations located in NC and IA.
Preferred:
- PhD degree in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Breeding or related field, with a minimum of 2 years post-PhD experience in conducting independent research.
- A strong background in high-throughput phenotyping.
- A basic understanding of genetics and/or molecular biology.
Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Research Triangle Pa
Function: REDE - Research & Development
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: GB/-BPS Central Functions
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
Description
We are the world's leading chemical company because we offer intelligent solutions for our customers and for a sustainable future. We link and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to advance. Not only your performance but also your personality matter to us. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities.
BASF - the Chemical Company - consolidated its plant biotechnology activities in BASF Plant Science in 1998. Today, about 700 employees are working to optimize crops for more efficient agriculture, renewable raw materials and healthier nutrition. BASF Plant Science Video
We are currently looking for a Crop Physiologist.
The Crop Physiologist will be a member of the Crop Pipeline function within the BASF Plant Science organization. This team performs critical activities necessary to advance BPS's plant biotechnology projects from idea to marketplace as quickly and effectively as possible. These research and development projects focus on enhancing crop performance, productivity, nutritional value, and overall plant health.
BPS is seeking to appoint a Crop Physiologist for its Research Triangle Park, NC location. The Crop Physiologist will work as part of a team that implements novel phenotypic screens in growth chambers, greenhouse, and field for crop-based gene discovery research. The individual will work closely with the project teams in developing strategies and methodologies in the area of Crop Physiology and will lead the implementation of work plans within the Crop Phenotyping group. The incumbent will have practical experience in leading projects in the field and greenhouse, developing experimental designs, and performing physiological assays. Outstanding communication skills are a must.
Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent
Required:
- PhD degree in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Breeding or related field, with 2 years experience in conducting independent research -OR- MS degree in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Breeding or related field, with 7 years experience in conducting independent research-OR- BS degree in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Breeding or related field, with 10 years experience in conducting independent research. Additional experience may be substituted for educational requirement.
- Experience originating novel scientific hypotheses on yield improvement in corn and soybeans, and developing assays to test those hypotheses.
- Experience analyzing and interpreting physiological data on plants in field settings and in growth chamber and greenhouse settings.
- Demonstrated experience designing experiments and measuring plant performance in the field.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong leadership and decision making skills with experience in working with seasonal field personnel.
- Willing to travel/work 25% of the time at BASF field stations located in NC and IA.
Preferred:
- PhD degree in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Plant Breeding or related field, with a minimum of 2 years post-PhD experience in conducting independent research.
- A strong background in high-throughput phenotyping.
- A basic understanding of genetics and/or molecular biology.
Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Research Triangle Pa
Function: REDE - Research & Development
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: GB/-BPS Central Functions
Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh
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