Research Technician - R&D

Now hiring! Research Technician - R&D

Vidalia, LA

We are looking for a Research Technician - R&D  to join our RG team in Vidalia, LA.

Come create chemistry with us!

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. As the world’s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation. The Global Engineering team leverages our technical know-how and expertise to deliver solutions that enable safe, sustainable, reliable, and cost-competitive production.

As a Research Technician in the Vidalia R&D group, you will be responsible for a variety of lab-based tasks to support the BASF Catalysts’ Adsorbent Solutions division.  The position is focused on preparing and analyzing samples, generating data, implementing test protocols, documenting results, and digitally organizing all data related to laboratory and developmental efforts.  The technician will routinely collaborate with team members, manufacturing partners and business personnel to achieve success.

As a Research Technician - R&D, you create chemistry by...

• Operating laboratory equipment and executing routine and non‑routine experiments safely and efficiently to support research, development, and scale‑up activities.
• Practicing strong safety awareness and housekeeping when working with chemicals of varying hazard levels, while maintaining a clean, compliant laboratory environment.
• Preparing samples and managing analytical testing both on‑site and through external BASF analytical laboratories, ensuring accuracy and traceability of results.
• Documenting experimental work clearly and thoroughly, including organized record‑keeping, technical reporting, and timely communication of results or anomalies to management.
• Interpreting experimental data through critical thinking, generating meaningful insights, and creating graphs and charts to support project goals and customer needs.
• Supporting lab operations through equipment calibration and maintenance, consumables inventory management, digitalization efforts, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams, including manufacturing.
• Exhibiting a positive attitude and team-oriented behaviors, intent on learning and continuous improvement.

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!

If you have...

• A bachelor’s degree in a scientific field like Chemistry, Engineering or related degree or have equivalent blend of knowledge and experience.
• 2 or more years of experience in a research laboratory or related setting.
• Experience in solids handling, materials development and/or alumina-based manufacturing.
• Experience with MS Office Suite, creating laboratory reports including tables and graphs and presenting data.

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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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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