Team Leader - Non-Crop Advanced Testing (Insecticides) - Research Triangle Park, NC

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.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Team Leader in the Global Insecticide Research Advanced Biology Group (APR/IA) at BASF's research facility in Research Triangle Park, NC. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary program focused on the discovery and biological characterization of novel insecticides for advancement to develop novel products for the Professional and Specialty Solutions business.

As a Team Leader - Non-Crop Advanced Testing (Insecticides) - Research Triangle Park, NC, you create chemistry by...

• Managing the Non-Crop Advanced Testing Laboratory which focuses on discovery of novel insecticidal agents for uses in medical, veterinary, structural and urban pest management applications.
• Identifying and characterizing pest management solution candidate(s) and supporting commercial development of these candidates for the Professional & Specialty Solutions (P&SS) business unit.
• Interacting and collaborating with the Global Insecticide Discovery, Development, Chemistry, and P&SS formulation teams is essential to achieving strategic goals of the NCAT laboratory business function.
• Managing a team of direct reports, communicating easily with team members, peers and management, both local and global.
• Independently planning, scheduling and executing projects of high complexity.
• Providing unconventional and innovative solutions to project problems.
• Preparing written formal reports/ presentations on experimental procedures, results and project status. The position also includes limited greenhouse and field work.

If you...

• Have a MS with 8 years of relevant experience in the field of entomology. PhD is preferred.
• Are proficient in experimental design, development and data analysis.
• Possess a track-record of developing practical innovative technologies in the area of agricultural science.
• Have excellent interpersonal, management and organizational skills.
• Are a self-starter, confident communicator with strong leadership and team skills.
• Display solid written and verbal and presentation skills.
• Are able to effectively use MS-Word, -Excel and -PowerPoint, data analyses (e.g., ANOVA, logDose-Probit), and data presentation tools (incl. graphics software, photography, oral presentation).
• Have previous industry experience managing a team of direct reports (preferred), with the ability to lead members of diverse team and communicate research results to internal and external stakeholders effectively.
  

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.

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