Trait Technology Lead - Research Triangle Park, NC or Midwest US

Now hiring! Trait Technology Lead - Research Triangle Park, NC or Midwest US

We are looking for a Trait Technology Lead to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Research Triangle Park, NC or the Midwest US.

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. 

The Trait Technology Lead is a pivotal leadership role responsible for designing and executing the technical enablement strategy for trait commercialization, beginning with the launch of Nemasphere. This role serves as the architect of technology demonstration and education trialing initiatives—including vision plots and other field-based learning experiences—and leads a growing team of Trait Technology Specialists. The Trait Technology Lead ensures consistent, high-quality knowledge transfer to licensees and internal stakeholders, enabling adoption through credible, science-based engagement and agronomic support.

As a Trait Technology Lead - Research Triangle Park, NC or Midwest US, you create chemistry by...

• Designing and leading trait demonstration and education initiatives, including field trials, side-by-sides (SXS), and vision plots.
• Developing and implementing knowledge transfer strategies tailored to licensee and channel needs.
• Managing and growing the Trait Technology Specialist team, fostering technical excellence and customer focus.
• Providing coaching, direction, and performance oversight to ensure consistent delivery across regions.
• Ensuring technical credibility and consistency in trait messaging across all customer touchpoints.
• Partnering with Multichannel Commercial Leadership and Trait Marketing Lead to deliver a seamless customer journey.
• Interfacing with branded and licensing channel leaders to align technical support with commercialization goals.
• Representing the technical function in cross-functional planning and decision-making forums.
• Monitoring trait performance in the field and providing feedback to internal teams.
• Analyzing technical and agronomic data to inform strategy, support decision-making, and drive data-driven storytelling.
• Ensuring stewardship protocols are followed and technical risks are mitigated.

If you...

• Hold an advanced degree in Agronomy, Plant/Soil Science or related discipline (PhD preferred).
• Have 10+ years of experience in seed, trait, or agronomic technical support roles.
• Have seed industry experience in corn and soybean production (strongly preferred).
• Have proven experience leading field teams and managing technical enablement programs.
• Posses strong communication and presentation skills.
• Have the ability to lead others directly and by influence across a matrixed organization.
• Demonstrate the ability to translate white space into high-value technical programs.
• Are familiar with adult education principles and effective knowledge transfer strategies.
• Have strong skills in technical and agronomic data analysis and data-driven storytelling.
• Are able to travel up to 75% to engage with stakeholders and represent BASF at industry events.

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.

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