Associate Chemist

Now hiring! Associate Chemist

We are looking for a Associate Chemist to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Palmyra, MO.

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 an Associate Development Chemist within BASF's global AP technology team, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency of established pesticide manufacturing processes through innovative lab-scale testing and process optimization. By collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including production, safety, regulatory affairs, and intellectual property management, your work as a bench chemist will directly contribute to reducing production costs, improving the sustainability of raw material usage, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ultimately, this will lead to a more efficient and competitive product portfolio for the organization.

As a Associate Chemist, you create chemistry by...

• Driving process optimization initiatives with minimal guidance from technology leadership to enhance process efficiency, improve reaction setups, and thoroughly analyze experimental data.
• Collaborating effectively with teams from operations, technology, and sourcing to identify and implement strategies that reduce costs, optimize raw material usage, and assess safety risks in manufacturing processes.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and upholding rigorous housekeeping standards by adhering to established lab maintenance procedures and safety guidelines.
• Ensuring accurate and organized documentation by maintaining lab notebooks and data records in compliance with established guidelines, including proper labeling of samples and archiving records of procedures, observations, and results.
• Compiling and analyzing experimental data to prepare comprehensive technical reports and create engaging presentations that effectively communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Staying informed on the latest technologies, products, and intellectual property relevant to target active ingredients by reviewing scientific literature and industry developments, proactively generating innovative ideas to enhance processes and product quality.

If you...

• Hold a degree in organic chemistry or a closely related field, with a requirement of 2+ years of industry experience for PhD holders, 7+ years for MS degree holders, or 10+ years for BS degree holders.
• Demonstrate the ability to execute complex synthetic reactions independently while adhering to stringent safety protocols and best practices in the laboratory environment. 
• Possess an advanced understanding of a diverse array of laboratory equipment and instruments, including proficiency in their operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in conducting laboratory experiments, recording data, and analyzing results.
• Exhibit a proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, contributing positively to group dynamics and project outcomes.
• Showcase strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate experimental data, identify trends, and propose innovative solutions for process optimization and improvement.
• Display excellent planning and organizational skills, enabling the definition of schedules, prioritization of multiple assignments, and effective management of project timelines.
• Able to travel up to 5-10%, domestically and 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.

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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