Senior Research Biologist / Station Manager

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

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We invite you to join our best team on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future! 

Senior Research Biologist / Station Manager (104172)

Working Model: Hybrid

Locations: Lethbridge, AB

Where the Chemistry Happens…

We are looking for a Senior Research Biologist / Station Manager like you to provide leadership and manage all aspects of research farm and cross portfolio / cross crop research program (Herbicide, Fungicide, Insecticide, FCC). This includes but is not limited to people management, annual budgeting, 3-year capital planning, 3-year crop rotation planning, farm cooperator relationships, management of temporary staffing needs on the farm and quality of all data collection.

As part of the team you will provide management of external research cooperators and supports regulatory submissions by project. This will involve interaction with technical and regulatory teams (country). External interactions may include both public and private research scientists and influencers.

As a Senior Research Biologist/ Station Manager, in addition to managing a research farm executing project planning including protocol planning, data summaries, presentations for multiple audiences. Participation in Molecule and Product Launch Excellence (PLE) teams will be a key element of this role.

Formula for Success: You Will…

• Support trial protocol development: Interacts with Technical Managers and Marketing to provide leadership as to what and how the product should be developed relative to the market need.
• Collect high quality data to establish confidence in Canadian projects both internally with the business and externally with regulators.
• Interact with Regulatory to provide technical regulatory strategy as it relates to value.
• Build effective research partnerships with external parties to support product development.
• Support product launches via transfer of technical knowledge to Tech Development team.
• Effectively hire, train, and develop Research Associates, Technicians, and seasonal staff for successful execution of Biology trial research program.
• Mentor and develop Biologists.
• Enable high-quality field research results via providing guidance and training to Biologists, technicians, associated and contractors.
• Lead and models safety culture with people, farms, and field trialing operations.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and enables training opportunities for people growth and development inclusive of all more junior staff on each farm (inclusive of non-direct reports – between 1-5 additional team members including Biologists, Associates).
• Build and manages local research farm capabilities to achieve key Canadian technical / market targets.
• Manage research farm targets, budgets, equipment, fleet, and inventory inclusive of capital expenditure.
• Utilize methodologies and technologies to consistently and efficiently evaluate new solutions for simplification and operational efficiency.
• Member of APN Biology-Canada Field Trial Management Team.
• Understand customer / market needs to support input into global / regional research targets.
• Provide vision and leadership for designing internal and external Biology research programs, accordingly.

Ingredients for Success: What We Look for in You…

• Ph.D., or M.Sc in Agriculture/Biology with emphasis on crop science, weed science, agronomy, entomology, plant pathology or related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years relative field experience, managing field research / product development projects across indications, inclusive of a graduate studies field experience.
• Experience with the Canadian regulatory environment is beneficial.
• Experience in managing/oversight people, working with growers, distribution/retail, universities, or consultants would be preferred.
• Ability to share knowledge and expertise with others. Actively participate on teams to solve problems or achieve team goals. Strong organizational, time management and project management skills are also essential.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with audiences of varying backgrounds. Must be skilled at development and delivery of presentations to both external and internal customers.
• Excellent computer skills and proficient in various software programs, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, ARM/SPEAD.
• Key influencer relationships are well developed such that partnerships on research projects, training curriculum development and implementation are fostered.

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. You@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you – the whole you – in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry. 

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career.  We also provide engaging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your role. 

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

BASF is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, religion/creed, sex/pregnancy, marital status, family status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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