Seed Science Operations Specialist - Cotton

Now hiring! Seed Science Operations Specialist

Lubbock, TX

We are looking for a Seed Science Operations Specialist to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Lubbock, TX.

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 Seed Science Operations Specialist you will be responsible for the execution of field trialing protocols that support various Breeding and Trait Development programs. Located in Lubbock, Texas, this role is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and evaluating field trials for the purpose of delivering high quality data, in support of product advancement. This role will mainly be focused on Breeding Yield Trials within the High Plains of Texas region. In addition, this team member will ensure high standards of compliance are upheld through collaborations with regulatory, stewardship, quality, and safety teams within the organization. 

As a Seed Science Operations Specialist, you create chemistry by...

• Ensuring field trial management from planting to harvest, including activities such as field or seedbed preparation, planting, field maintenance, phenotypic data collection throughout the season, harvesting, ginning, seed processing, and seed packaging, etc…
• Managing resources within assigned location, with the goal of achieving all breeding & trait development objectives and effective operation of the program. This includes facility operation & management, equipment maintenance, inventory management, and cross functional work.
• Adhering to stewardship, regulatory, and QMS compliance programs, policies, and procedures.  This includes documentation, record keeping, data management, trial management, periodic trainings, audits, etc…
• Participating in the local EHS program to ensure all activities are being performed safely and responsibly. This will include training of new employees and contributing to the safety culture within the team.
• Establishing and maintaining industry presence and ensuring that BASF is up to date on current industry activities by participating in meetings or tours, as well as establishing contacts with external parties.

If you have...

• Minimum bachelor’s degree or diploma in agriculture or related discipline. Master’s degree in agriculture or related disciplines an asset.
• 2+ years of seed industry experience and variety characterization with related experiences in variety development, cotton yield trialing, and managing trials. 
• Experience in conducting research trials and production practices of cotton.
• Experience with cotton agronomy, plant breeding, genetics, pollen flow, and genetic purity, are all assets.
• Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting tractors, sprayers, planters, plot harvesters, and other related small plot equipment an asset.  
• Experience in small plot ginning, seed processing and seed packaging are all assets
• Experience loading, unloading, and trailering equipment an asset.
• Demonstrate problem solving skills and ability to be flexible and modify plans as required to minimize impact on data and production as situations arise.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team either as a member or supervising contract employees is required in fulfilling job responsibilities.
• Ability to obtain Drone Pilots License.
• Ability to travel 5-10 days per year, domestically.

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

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.