Sr. Biology Project Lead - Herbicides

Now hiring! Sr. Biology Project Lead - Herbicides

 

We are looking for a Sr. Biology Project Lead - Herbicides to join our Agricultural Solutions team based in Research Triangle Park, NC.

 

 

Come create chemistry with us!

 

 

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.

 

As a Sr. Biology Project Lead - Herbicides, you will join a highly motivated and driven Crop Protection (CP) Biology R&D team dedicated to creating innovative and sustainable solutions for North American agriculture. In this role, you will provide technical leadership for product development on assigned herbicide projects within cross-functional teams across North America. You will lead the design and coordination of field development programs to support the discovery, selection, and development of new weed control technologies, as well as support commercial products.

 

As a Sr. Biology Project Lead - Herbicides, you create chemistry by...

 

• Leading experimental trial programs for the evaluation of new herbicide compounds and life cycle management of established products, including the planning and coordination of field trials, greenhouse, and lab activities to guide and support product development.
• Generating efficacy and crop safety data in a timely manner to support product registrations and product use directions, ensuring that the data is properly captured, analyzed, interpreted, and shared with global and regional stakeholders.
• Determining the appropriate weed spectrum controlled, crops, rates, formulations, application methods, timings, and strategies for product labels in close cooperation with Field Biology, Regulatory, Formulations, and Technical Services.
• Collaborating within APN Biology (US and Canada) and with global Research and Development, Seeds and Traits, Marketing, and Technical Service teams to select novel weed control solutions that qualify for early, late, and full development phases.
• Identifying new technical opportunities and evaluating emerging technologies to contribute to a profitable and sustainable portfolio.
• Providing leadership for the design and development of protocols for the evaluation of new technologies, digital solutions, and precision application technologies for weed control.

If you...

 

• Hold an advanced degree (Ph.D. or M.S.) in Weed Science or a closely related field such as Agronomy, Crop Science, Horticulture, or other Agricultural or Biological Sciences.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in agricultural sciences, preferably within the industry.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of crop protection research methods, agronomic and plant protection practices, modes of action, resistance management strategies, and sustainable agriculture practices.
• Exhibit thorough technical knowledge and experience in small plot research, field trial evaluation, data analysis, and reporting, along with the ability to develop and deliver presentations to both internal and external audiences.
• Show comprehensive knowledge of North American crop production systems, including the Seeds and Traits development process and herbicide practices for crops such as corn, soybeans, cotton, rice, wheat, fruits, and vegetables.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, time management, and project management skills, with a collaborative approach to team problem-solving and knowledge sharing.
• Have a proven track record of resolving complex scientific challenges in a team environment.
• Are willing to travel up to 20% as needed, domestically and possibly internationally.

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.

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