Greenhouse Associate

Now hiring! Greenhouse Associate

Research Triangle Park, NC

We are looking for a Greenhouse Associate to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Research Triangle Park, NC.

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 Greenhouse Associate you  will support global and US seed treatment R&D by by providing technical support for greenhouse and growth chamber experiments. Utilizing knowledge of controlled environment systems and experimental design the greenhouse associate will be responsible for experimental setup activites and assisting with data collection and management. In addition the greenhouse associate will be responbile for colony maintenance and production of nematodes and fungal pathogen to support experiments. This role must effectively communicate and collaborate with team members to follow all experiemtnal SOPs as well as comply with APHIS, OSHA, and internal safety SOP’s. 

During your time as a Greenhouse Associate, you will

• Support Greenhouse and Growth Chamber Trial
• Be in charge of colony Maintanenace and Inoculant Preparation
• Support US field trials: Work with STTC team during spring treating season to prep, weigh, treat, and ship seed to external and internal field trials.
• Be responsible for data collection and managment

If you have...

• Bachelors Degree in a biological or agricultural science such as plant physiology, agronomy, botany, or similar.
• Minimum 2 years’ related experience. 
• Demonstrated hands-on experience and knowledge in growing & maintaining plants in controlled-environment settings.
• Proficiency in asceptic technique and experience maintaining fungal and nematode colonies.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to efficiently maintain timelines for deliverables on research priorities.
• Ability to operate seed treatment application equipment and follow SOP’s with chemical and biological actives to ensure safety and compliance
• Ability to work with experimental compounds including: reading and understanding labels and SDS’s, following SOP’s, wearing proper PPE including occasional use of a respirator
• Proficiency with Microsoft office, invenotry and trial management software (ARM and SWATT) preferred.

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.