Breeding Agronomist

About BASF

At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Around 112,000 employees contribute to the BASF Group’s success worldwide. Our business comprises the Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care and Agricultural Solutions segments. 
 
We want to contribute to a better world with enhanced quality of life for everyone. That is why we have firmly anchored the three pillars of sustainability – the economy, environment and society – into our corporate purpose, our strategy, our targets and our operations. They are the core of what we do, a driver for growth and an element of our risk management.

We believe that chemistry has a critical role to play in achieving greater sustainability. We are determined to move forward in this respect.

Our employees are at the forefront of this transformation, across every role and function in the organization. Join us today in shaping a sustainable future together.

About The Role 

At BASF we are entering an exciting time within our Agriculture business with an existing portfolio of world class products and a pipeline of new products that will bring significant benefits to the agriculture industry.

As a Breeding Agronomist, you will enjoy a varied role conducting field trials and plant breeding experiments. You'll be responsible for planning and executing field trials, inclusive of trial site management, data collection and communication with our colleagues.

How You Will Do It

• Establish and maintain field trials to produce data and seed,  maintain all breeding records, update breeding database with trial and seed production results.
• Responsible in all aspects of the field program; locating and contracting land, land preparation and all in-season agronomy, following trial protocol and implementing treatments, harvest of trial and shipping of seed.
• Collaborate with breeders in the conduct of experiments and seed productions in growth chambers at Longerenong.
• Manage the supply of all key inputs (land, pollinators, contractors, materials) to ensure an efficient and reliable supply is maintained.
• Be field-based and hands on to ensure operations & activities are on time and to budget.
• Ensure all operations satisfy safety, regulatory, stewardship and compliance requirements.

What We Look For

To be successful in this role, you’ll have previous experience in an agronomy-based role and an understanding or interest in plant breeding or agricultural research.. You’ll have a strong focus on detail and enjoy a role with a balance of planning and hands-on operations.

You will:

• Have a degree in Agricultural Science or similar discipline
• Have 2-10 years of experience conducting field trials
• Have experience in operating trial equipment and/or farm machinery.
• Have sound knowledge of canola agronomy. Understanding of hybrid seed production, particularly in relation to canola.
• Have knowledge of procedures used in agricultural field trials and plant breeding.
• Show natural leadership in ensuring that people follow guidelines and plan effectively.
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with a diverse range of people.
• Display strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have a valid driver’s license. A MR or HR license would be beneficial.

What We Can Offer You

At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements to suit each one of our global team. By creating chemistry with us, you can look forward to:

• A diverse and inclusive environment, with an open and fair internal promotion process
• A competitive parental leave policy, regardless of gender, and a supportive return to work plan
• Give back to your community with our corporate volunteering scheme
• 4 weeks annual leave, with the offer to purchase additional leave throughout the year
• Opportunities to apply for international assignments – the perks of a global business!

Connect to Create Chemistry

If you’d like to join a diverse global business and create chemistry for a sustainable future, we want to hear from you!

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