Senior Scientist I, Agrochemical Additives Development, Southfield, MI or Cincinnati, OH

Now hiring! Senior Scientist I, Agrochemical Additives Development, Care Chemicals

 

Location: Southfield, MI or Cincinnati, OH

 

 

We are looking for a Senior Scientist to join our EM team.

 

Where the chemistry happens...

 

As the leading global chemical supplier for the personal care, home care, industrial and institutional cleaning industries, and technical applications in the agrochemical industry, BASF Care Chemicals is focused on partnering with customers to create innovative solutions with great speed and agility to meet the current and future needs of society in a more sustainable way. We are proud to contribute to the long-term success of our customers’ brands by offering a broad range of products and concepts such as common household items, like cosmetics, detergents and cleaners, as well as industrial products and processes like crop protection, rubber belts, hoses, concrete, and metal plating.

 

At Care Chemicals, we not only care about supporting our customers and achieving strong business results; we care about our team members. We aim to create a motivating, inspiring and inclusive work environment where all team members feel supported, heard and developed. Being part of our team means showing up every day to work collaboratively across functions to win for the overall success of the team. We value bringing diverse perspectives and backgrounds together to stretch our teams to think differently, have the courage to speak up and challenge the status quo, and problem solve for the greater good of our customers and society.

 

We as the Care Chemicals division of BASF carry the passion to care in our DNA: we care for our customers, consumers, employees, society and our planet. Come, be a part of our team and create Care Chemicals with us.

 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Scientist I to join our Global New Product Development and Innovation team. As a Senior Scientist I, you will lead and contribute to the creation and development of novel agrochemical additives and adjuvants. You will be responsible for managing diverse projects through the innovation chain process, from ideation to commercialization, while closely collaborating with cross-functional teams. Your established expertise, particularly in the area of surfactants, polymers, solvents, and agricultural formulation types such as emulsion concentrates, suspension concentrates, soluble liquids and dry formulations, will be instrumental in driving innovation and delivering impactful solutions. The ability to adapt and support the dynamic and evolving needs of Industrial Formulators is essential, as is the ability to work independently, apply problem-solving skills, and create cutting-edge solutions.

As a Senior Scientist I, you will ....

• Lead and contribute to the development and innovation of agrochemical additives and adjuvants to enhance crop protection, nutrient management, and yield optimization.
• Manage diverse projects through the innovation chain process, from ideation to commercialization, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and timelines.
• Utilize your expertise in surfactants, polymers, solvents, and formulation types (e.g., EC, SC, SL, SE, WP, etc) to design and optimize product formulations and demonstrate their impact on physical and biological performance and stability.
• Independently design and execute scientific experiments, applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills to propose innovative solutions, overcome technical challenges, and optimize product performance.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, drawing scientifically sound conclusions, and effectively communicating findings to internal stakeholders.
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including Research & Development, Regulatory Affairs, Marketing, and Manufacturing, to drive product development strategies and achieve project milestones.
• Staying up-to-date with industry trends, scientific advancements, and regulatory changes in the field of agrochemical additives and adjuvants, providing guidance and recommendations to internal teams.
• Flexibly adapt and support the dynamic and evolving needs of BASF’s Industrial Formulators development group, providing technical support and expertise to other market segments where needed (i.e., beyond AgChem).