Now hiring! STI RTP Greenhouse Specialist

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina (On-site)  

We are looking for an STI Greenhouse Specialist to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.

Welcome to BASF

We are BASF in Agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming, and the biggest job on Earth. We are an internationally successful company of the BASF Group. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. With teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture.

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Here you can gain more insight into our Vision at BASF Agricultural Solutions!

As a STI RTP Greenhouse Specialist, you create chemistry by...

• Executing and coordinating daily greenhouse activities across soybean, cotton, corn and canola programs, including planting, transplanting, plant care, crossing and pollination support, tissue sampling, harvesting, seed processing, inventory management and material movement, to deliver high-quality seed and research materials on time. 
• Translating approved program plans into executable work schedules by coordinating labor, greenhouse space, equipment and materials; monitoring milestones and capacity constraints; implementing practical corrective actions; and providing timely status, risk and resource recommendations. 
• Providing day-to-day work direction, onboarding and skills training to greenhouse contractors and less-experienced team members, verifying competency, work quality and adherence to procedures, and escalating safety, conduct, attendance, performance or resource concerns to the STI Greenhouse Manager. 
• Ensuring work is completed in accordance with QMS, EHS/QHSE, Biosafety, Stewardship, regulatory requirements and SOPs while maintaining audit readiness, data integrity, traceability, chain of custody, seed quality and product genetic integrity. 
• Serving as a greenhouse operations subject-matter expert by resolving biological and operational issues and partnering with STI, SSO, Breeding, Trait Development, Trait Research, Regulatory, Seed Logistics, Site Services, EHS and other stakeholders to support research outcomes. 
• Driving continuous improvement through standard work, 5S, digitalization, automation, operational data analysis and adoption of new technologies that improve safety, quality, reliability, labor productivity, capacity utilization and cost effectiveness. 

If you have...

• A master's degree in agronomy, horticulture, plant science, plant breeding, genetics, biology, agricultural sciences or a related field with at least three years of relevant experience; a bachelor's degree in one of these fields with at least five years of relevant experience; or an associate degree in agriculture, animal science or a related field with at least eight years of relevant experience. 
• Progressive experience in greenhouse operations, controlled-environment plant production, trait introgression, breeding, seed production or agricultural research, including executing multi-crop production schedules and managing concurrent priorities. 
• Experience coordinating daily work and training or guiding contractors or temporary workers while reviewing work for quality, safety and schedule adherence. 
• Experience working under EHS/QHSE, Quality Management Systems, Biosafety, Stewardship, SOP, traceability, chain-of-custody and product genetic integrity requirements. 
• Advanced practical knowledge of greenhouse production, plant culture, crop management, controlled-environment agriculture and seed production workflows, with working knowledge of plant genetics, breeding principles, trait introgression and seed quality. 
• The ability to work independently with limited supervision, sequence daily work, monitor progress, identify risks, propose practical corrective actions and collaborate effectively across functions. 
• Proficiency with greenhouse technologies, environmental control systems, crop records, inventory, seed handling, data-management tools and basic equipment troubleshooting. 

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

BASF Agricultural Solutions is a trusted partner to the agricultural industry, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that help farmers succeed across a wide range of cropping systems. Across North America, our teams work together to address some of agriculture's most important challenges while creating value for customers, communities, and the environment. At BASF, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact through work that matters.

Find out more about our Agricultural Solutions team here. 

Our people are at the heart of everything, dedicated to delivering value for our customers every day.

By focusing on enabling our people today and in the future, we will ensure we have the talent and skills needed to succeed. 

United by the love of farming, we innovate, collaborate, and strive for the best solutions together, creating connections and driving success as one team. This is how we make an impact. For the love of farming, the biggest job on Earth.

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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.