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BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

Provides instrument and electrical engineering expertise in multiple chemical productions units, leads and supervises the instrument technician team as assigned.

Assures proper design, installation, preventive maintenance, and repair of instrument and electrical equipment.

• Assures efficient and effective utilization of maintenance manpower, tools, and equipment for day to day technical and maintenance support of the Chemical plant operations.

• Supplies technical expertise to operations, providing leadership to the I&E maintenance resources, administering the maintenance processes and budget, and assisting in or executing small projects.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to climb ladders and structures as well as walk throughout the chemical complex. The employee will be part of the ongoing rotational on-call program in support of the operational units.

Qualifications

BS degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering with industrial experience regarding chemical plant I&E design, maintenance, operations, and troubleshooting preferred. BASF recognizes Institutions of Higher Education that are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.

• Understand maintenance work processes practices such as MPI, RCFA, and TPM.

• General knowledge of instrumentation and controls systems repair, electrical systems repair, project execution, and construction and installation techniques

• Must have general computer skills and user knowledge of maintenance management systems, preferably SAP

• Must have experience with configuration and maintenance of distributed control systems, preferably Foxboro as well as SIS systems such as Triconex or HIMA.

• Must have generic competencies of analytical thinking, initiative, team leadership/collaboration, and coaching

• Professional engineer's license a plus.

This position is part of a job family with multiple levels. The successful candidate will be placed at a level commensurate with experience and skill level.

This position requires all candidates to either currently possess or obtain and maintain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) Card from the U. S. Department of Homeland Security.

Primary Location
: United States-Louisiana-Geismar

Job Type
: Standard

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
: NCE-Engineering]]> http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/Geismar-Instrument-Electrical-Maintenance-Engineer-Job-LA-70734/487034/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/Geismar-Instrument-Electrical-Maintenance-Engineer-Job-LA-70734/487034/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

Purpose of the Job - The Workforce Analyst will be responsible for the data collection, superior analyses and interpretation/evaluation of workforce metrics in support of the workforce planning strategy.

Principal Responsibilities: - Four to eight brief statements indicating what is done (Action), how it is done (Method or Means) and why (End Result). (Use additional sheet of paper if necessary.)

• Performs data collection and superior analyses and interpretation/evaluation of workforce metrics such as demographics.

• Supports the development of tools and processes which enable optimization of BASF's return on investment in human capital

• Evaluate workforce plans and identify gaps

• Supports the development of presentations to HR and business executives.

• Becomes subject matter expert on all key HR planning and reporting systems (e.g. Success Factors).

• Provide ad hoc reporting, data consulting, and data analysis as needed

• Continual process improvement approach to all areas of responsibility.

• Develop regular workforce reports for the entire organization.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelors Degree Required. BASF recognizes Institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.

Knowledge:

* Minimum 3 years experience in a financial and/or project management environment.
* Exposure to project planning, simulation, modeling, regression analysis, capital budgeting, cost benefit analysis and information systems support.

Behavioral/Technical Competencies:

* HRIS reporting experience required; Talent management system experience a plus
* Data collection and analysis/translation of results
* Experience operating within a complex/matrix environment
* Attention to detail

Primary Location
: United States-New Jersey-Florham Park

Job Type
: Standard

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
: NOH-Human Resources]]> http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/FLORHAM-PARK-Workforce-Planning-Analyst-Job-NJ-07932/596653/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/FLORHAM-PARK-Workforce-Planning-Analyst-Job-NJ-07932/596653/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, NJ, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has more than 15,000 employees in North America, and had sales of approximately $16.7 billion in 2008.

BASF is the world's leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from oil and gas to chemicals, plastics, performance products, agricultural products and fine chemicals. As a reliable partner, BASF helps its customers in virtually all industries to be more successful. With its high-value products and intelligent solutions, BASF plays an important role in finding answers to global challenges, such as climate protection, energy efficiency, nutrition and mobility. BASF has almost 97,000 employees and posted sales of more than 62 ($86.53) billion in 2008. BASF shares are traded on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt (BAS), London (BFA) and Zurich (AN). Further information on BASF is available on the Internet at http://www.basf.com.

"We don't make a lot of the products you buy. We make a lot of the products you buy better."® summarizes BASF's diverse product mix including chemicals, polymers, automotive and industrial coatings, colorants, catalysts, and agricultural products.

Description

Professional Development Program (PDP) - Engineering Class of 2010

Don't miss out on this unique experience to work for a company like no other.

Be part of the world's largest chemical company, providing thousands of career opportunities.

Be part of a company that touches people's lives all over the world, every day.

Be part of the company that is recognized the world over for its innovation, quality and commitment to the environment.

Advance your career with the best.

Through a series of real-world rotational assignments at different sites throughout the United States, participants will explore career options and develop technical and professional decision-making skills, while fulfilling specific business needs. Participants will also have the opportunity to assess their capabilities, skills and interests and gain valuable exposure to BASF's culture and values. Participation in the PDProgram requires participants to focus their expertise on significant challenging opportunities in a fast-paced global environment.

Participants explore career options and develop technical and professional decision making skills, while fulfilling specific business needs through two nine-month rotational assignments at different sites.

The program may consist of assignments in

* Manufacturing/Operations
* Corporate Engineering (Process / Project)
* Ecology & Safety
* Maintenance
* Research & Development

Offers a comprehensive program of employee benefits, including insurance coverage for medical, dental, life and long-term disability, and employee savings (401k) and pension plans.

Qualifications

* B.S. or M.S. in Engineering (Chemical, Civil, Construction, Electrical or Mechanical)
* Demonstrated academic achievement (Minimum GPA 3.0)
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Authorization to work in the US without restrictions
* Outstanding work ethic
* Proven Leadership Skills
* Active participation in extracurricular activities and on-campus organizations
* College Seniors (December 2009/ May 2010 grads)
* Mobile minded
* Bilingual (a plus)

Primary Location
: United States-New Jersey-Florham Park

Other Locations
: United States-Pennsylvania-Monaca, United States-New Jersey-Washington, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-Michigan-Wyandotte, United States-Texas-Pasadena, United States-Pennsylvania-Evans City, United States-Texas-Freeport, United States-New Jersey-Belvidere, United States-New Jersey-Somerset, United States-Texas-Beaumont, United States-Alabama-Huntsville, United States-Minnesota-Shakopee, United States-Texas-Port Arthur, United States-Texas-Pasadena, United States-Louisiana-Geismar, United States-New York-Peekskill

Job Type
: Standard

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
: NOH-Human Resources]]> http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/FLORHAM-PARK-Professional-Development-Program-Engineering-Class-of-Job-NJ-07932/603788/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/FLORHAM-PARK-Professional-Development-Program-Engineering-Class-of-Job-NJ-07932/603788/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, NJ, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has more than 15,000 employees in North America, and had sales of approximately $16.7 billion in 2008.

BASF is the world's leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from oil and gas to chemicals, plastics, performance products, agricultural products and fine chemicals. As a reliable partner, BASF helps its customers in virtually all industries to be more successful. With its high-value products and intelligent solutions, BASF plays an important role in finding answers to global challenges, such as climate protection, energy efficiency, nutrition and mobility. BASF has almost 97,000 employees and posted sales of more than 62 ($86.53) billion in 2008. BASF shares are traded on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt (BAS), London (BFA) and Zurich (AN). Further information on BASF is available on the Internet at http://www.basf.com.

"We don't make a lot of the products you buy. We make a lot of the products you buy better."® summarizes BASF's diverse product mix including chemicals, polymers, automotive and industrial coatings, colorants, catalysts, and agricultural products.

Description

The BASF MBA Leadership Development Program Internship provides MBA students with the opportunity to apply their education and background to challenging assignments, develop technical and managerial expertise, network at senior levels throughout BASF, and explore possible careers with the Company. Individual assignments in your field of expertise will be designed and planned to enhance your career development and deliver immediate value to BASF.

The program focuses on providing assignments to build general management skills. Projects may include preparing operational plans, break-even analysis, acquisitions, and divestitures.

Qualifications

*
1st-year MBA students pursuing a career in General Management

*
Demonstrated academic achievement

*
Agility/Leadership potential

*
Mobile-minded

*
International perspective required

*
International experience preferred

*
5+ years work experience prior to pursuing MBA

*
Bilingual preferred (German a plus)

*
Ability to work in a technical environment

Primary Location
: United States-New Jersey-Florham Park

Other Locations
: United States-Louisiana-Geismar, United States-Michigan-Wyandotte, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-New Jersey-Iselin, United States-Texas-Freeport, United States-Pennsylvania-Evans City

Job Type
: Internship

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
: NOH-Human Resources]]> http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/FLORHAM-PARK-MBA-Leadership-Development-Program-Internship-Summer-Class-of-Job-NJ-07932/606878/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/FLORHAM-PARK-MBA-Leadership-Development-Program-Internship-Summer-Class-of-Job-NJ-07932/606878/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, NJ, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has more than 15,000 employees in North America, and had sales of approximately $16.7 billion in 2008.

BASF is the world's leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from oil and gas to chemicals, plastics, performance products, agricultural products and fine chemicals. As a reliable partner, BASF helps its customers in virtually all industries to be more successful. With its high-value products and intelligent solutions, BASF plays an important role in finding answers to global challenges, such as climate protection, energy efficiency, nutrition and mobility. BASF has almost 97,000 employees and posted sales of more than 62 ($86.53) billion in 2008. BASF shares are traded on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt (BAS), London (BFA) and Zurich (AN). Further information on BASF is available on the Internet at http://www.basf.com.

"We don't make a lot of the products you buy. We make a lot of the products you buy better."® summarizes BASF's diverse product mix including chemicals, polymers, automotive and industrial coatings, colorants, catalysts, and agricultural products.

Description

The BASF MBA Leadership Development Program (LDP) provides MBA graduates with the opportunity to apply their education and background to challenging assignments, develop technical and managerial expertise, network at senior levels throughout BASF, and explore possible careers with the Company. Individual assignments in your field of expertise will be designed and planned to enhance your career development and deliver immediate value to BASF.

The program focuses on providing assignments to build general management skills. The LDP is comprised of three domestic six-month assignments, and one international assignment. These assignments will be designed and planned to enhance your career development and deliver value to BASF. Rotations consist of functional and business group assignments. Projects may include preparing operational plans, break-even analysis, acquisitions, and divestitures

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

* MBA Graduation dates: May 2010
* Demonstrated academic achievement
* Minimum of 5 years work experience prior to MBA
* Must be mobile minded
* Agility/Leadership potential
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to work in a technical environment
* Outstanding work ethic
* Authorization to work in the US without restrictions

Desired Characteristics

* Undergraduate Business OR Technical Degree preferred (e.g. Chemistry, Engineering, etc.)
* Attend one of our Key Schools (Wharton School of Business, Fisher School of Business, Tepper School of Business, Rutgers Business School, Ross School of Business)
* Multi-lingual preferred
* International perspective or experience preferred

Primary Location
: United States-New Jersey-Florham Park

Job Type
: Standard

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
: NOH-Human Resources]]> http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/FLORHAM-PARK-Leadership-Development-Program-MBA-Class-of-Job-NJ-07932/607625/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/FLORHAM-PARK-Leadership-Development-Program-MBA-Class-of-Job-NJ-07932/607625/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

The Agro Development Program (ADP) recruits highly motivated, mobile-minded, recent college graduates to join BASF Corporation and prepare for a career in the Agricultural Solutions segment of BASF. Participants are provided focused opportunities to develop their professional skills and integrate them into the BASF culture. Through a series of real-world rotational assignments at different sites in the United States or abroad, participants will explore career options and develop technical and professional decision-making skills, while fulfilling specific business needs. Participants will also have the opportunity to assess their capabilities, skills and interests and gain valuable exposure to BASF's culture and values. Participation in the Agro Development Program requires participants to network with international teams in an interdisciplinary environment and focus their expertise on significant challenging opportunities in a fast-paced global environment.

Program Summary

* Rotational assignments provide exposure to different scientific disciplines, various technologies and career opportunities throughout BASF
* Assignments can be located at several of BASF's R&D sites located across North America. Locations may be (not limited to) in North Carolina, California, Iowa or Illinois. There's also the possibility for a rotation in Germany.

What can the ADP - Biological and Agricultural Sciences program do for you?

* Develop technical expertise, network at various levels throughout BASF and explore possible career tracks within the company.
* Enhance career development and deliver value to BASF and its customers through the planned assignments.
* Placement at the conclusion of the program may lead to opportunities in a variety of disciplines within Agricultural Solutions R&D including Agronomy, Biology, Biochemistry, Plant Biotechnology, Environmental and Consumer Safety, Registration, or an associated technical support function. Such positions are located either in the USA or at one of BASF's agricultural research locations in Germany, Spain, Brazil, Philippines and Taiwan.

Qualifications

*
Ph.D. degree in the field of Biological or Agricultural Sciences is preferred

*
Ph.D.s from other related sciences, e.g. Soil Science, Food Science, Biotechnology, may be also considered

*
Willingness to relocate

*
Flexible/adaptable

*
Strong communication and presentation skills

*
Authorization to work in the US without restrictions

Desired Characteristics

* International perspective or experience preferred
* Second language desirable
* Team orientation
* Self-starter or demonstrated decision making ability
* Leadership skills

Primary Location
: United States-North Carolina-Research Triangle Pa

Job Type
: Standard

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
: APD-Agricultural Products Develpmt]]> http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/DURHAM-Agro-Development-Program-Ph_D_-Biological-and-Agricultural-Sciences-Job-NC-27701/609182/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/DURHAM-Agro-Development-Program-Ph_D_-Biological-and-Agricultural-Sciences-Job-NC-27701/609182/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

* Conduct Needs Analysis to determine business needs and development needs of managers and individual contributors.
* Design, Develop and continually refine a career development architecture for North America that includes multiple career paths with defined requirements, career navigation guides for managers and employees.
* Coordinate with global team members to achieve common career development policies, practices and programs.
* Implement learning programs for managers to coach and develop employees.
* Provide references and resources for employees to make career choices and develop their careers.
* Enable knowledge management and transfer for transitions and succession.
* Integrate learning solutions to Career Development, Performance Management and Talent Management.
* Maintain a responsive external network for contracted learning, including key universities and community colleges.
* Manage/participate in strategic HR projects.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelors, Human Resources, Business, or related field

Desired: Masters, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business, or related field

BASF recognizes Institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.

Experience/Knowledge Requirements: Minimum10 years experience in the following areas:

* Design and delivery of training programs
* Leadership role in L&D department and project management experience
* L&D Needs Analysis experience
* Career development and performance management process design
* L&D External network management experience

Primary Location
: United States-New Jersey-Florham Park

Job Type
: Standard

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
: NOH-Human Resources]]> http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/Mgr-Career-Development-26-Projects-Job/644712/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/Mgr-Career-Development-26-Projects-Job/644712/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

BASF Agricultural Solutions, located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina is headquarters for the BASF Crop Protection NAFTA Division, BASF Plant Science L.L.C, BASF Global Insecticide Research, and BASF Global Agricultural Research & Development.

BASF's Crop Protection business is seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals with excellent laboratory skills to support Formulation Development. As a laboratory technician, the successful candidates, will join a team that is focused on supporting the entire life cycle of crop protection products; from development of proto-formulations for active ingredient discovery research, through development of commercial products for new as well as established active ingredients and on to support of existing products in manufacturing or the market place. In their assignment as a laboratory technician, they will report to a Sr. Formulation Development Chemist and carry out preparative studies using a variety of techniques relevant to liquid, dry and specialty formulations as well as characterizing the development products using a broad range of physical analytical methods. Laboratory work will involve the safe handling of chemicals with known toxicity as well as those that have yet to be fully characterized.

Reporting to the Sr. Formulation Development Chemist, it is expected that a laboratory technician organizes and performs complex analyses, experiments, and tests on assigned problems; may devise and/or assemble new or modify existing laboratory apparatus according to the needs of assigned problems; prepares detailed data summaries and reports on the observations and determinations made.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

Minimum Required: AAS Degree in Chemistry or related field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant chemistry laboratory experience.

Desired: BS Degree in Chemistry or related field with 5 years of relevant chemistry laboratory experience in the formulation of crop protection chemicals.

Equipment Skills:

Minimum Experience Required: 2 years laboratory bench experience in formulation, synthesis, preparation, etc.
Desired Experience: 2 plus years laboratory experience in: Preparation (weighing, blending/mixing, wet and dry milling, coating, granulation, etc...) and Analysis (rheometry, titration, colorimetry, particle size analysis, physical chemical testing of liquid as well as dry formulated products). Specific experience in bench scale laboratory processes relevant to preparation of formulated agricultural chemical products preferred. This type of experience may be gained directly or with related pharmaceutical or consumer products. Relevant but not directly related experience may be gained through work in chemical synthesis, particularly organic synthesis.

Other Requirements:

Intermediate level PC skills. Proficient in MS Excel and skilled in Lotus Notes.

Must have demonstrated strong analytical, organizational, and teamwork skills along with solid verbal/written communication skills.

BASF recognizes Institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.

This position is within a job family and will be filled at a level applicable to the incumbent's qualifications.

This position is not eligible for relocation benefits.

Primary Location
: United States-North Carolina-Research Triangle Pa

Job Type
: Standard

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
: APR-Global Research]]> http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/DURHAM-Agchem-Formulations-Development-Technician-(Associate-Chemist-II)-Job-NC-27701/644714/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/DURHAM-Agchem-Formulations-Development-Technician-(Associate-Chemist-II)-Job-NC-27701/644714/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

Watson Bowman Acme (WBA), a proud member of BASF Construction Chemicals, is a worldwide leader in design and supply of structural steel expansion control products to the bridge and building industries. Seeking a qualified candidate for the Bridge/Highway Fabricated Products Division with a minimum Bachelor of Science Degree in an Engineering discipline, and minimum of 5 years experience estimating projects in a steel fabrication related industry. Demonstrated increased level of responsibility in applying education and work experience in a made-to-order manufacturing environment to produce accurate cost estimates is critical. Candidate must be able to assess commercial risk, and demonstrate comprehension of design and specification criteria in a low bid environment. Communication skill in coordinating estimates with Regional Sales Managers and developing partnerships on project-specific opportunities with potential customers a must.

Qualifications

* BS in Engineering
* 5 or more years experience related to estimating of steel structures
* Computer literacy including at least an intermediate level of proficiency with email, word processing, spreadsheet and database software applications
* Must have the ability to read/interpret Engineering drawings, sketches and blueprints

BASF recognizes Institutions of Higher Education that are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent. This position is within a job family and will be filled at a level applicable to the incumbent's

Primary Location
: United States-New York-Amherst

Job Type
: Standard

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
: N-EBN-Construction Chemicals North America]]> http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/AMHERST-Steel-Fabrication-Estimator-Job-NY-14051/644715/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/AMHERST-Steel-Fabrication-Estimator-Job-NY-14051/644715/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

The ideal candidate for the Construction Polymers Formulating Chemist of the BASF Dispersions and Pigments Group will:

Develop formulations for the use of BASF Polymers and Chemicals in the Construction Industry.

Have an advanced knowledge of construction related formulations, applications, and technologies.

Contribute by developing and implementing new innovations and improvements to the same - particularly those of interest to the EDC business and customer base.

Additional skills would include:

Identify and conceive of ways to improve current products and processes by analyzing their performance, practically or theoretically, using available scientific and patent information.

Formulate and execute self-conceived or assigned technical or research projects, complex in nature, to demonstrate the technical advantages of new or innovative products or processes either individually or as a member of a team.

Devises tests, procedures and experiments, statistically designed if appropriate, in order to execute or assist in execution of technical and research projects.

Writes comprehensive reports and evaluations on data obtained from experimentation and, if necessary, orally present observations, conclusions and recommendations to persons concerned

Prepares invention records on sole or joint inventions in areas of the company's interests

Direct and provide required training for the work of one or more technicians.

Cooperate with technical services/manufacturing in furnishing technical assistance to demonstrate the usefulness of Company products, and/or to solve field or other problems that might affect Company relations with customers or prospective customers.

Plans and carries out the original part of exploratory self-conceived projects after which, if they receive proper approval, become part of the planned program.

Contributes and adheres to Safety, Environmental standards of the Corporation, Division and location.

Stays current with developments and innovations in the areas of polymer science/technology.

Develops and maintains expert knowledge in the scientific field related to the program in hand, by reading journals, patents and internal reports, by attending conferences, courses and seminars.

Performs special projects as requested and/or assigned.

The successful candidate:

Plans and develops assigned work programs with minimal supervision.

Participates in business, manufacturing or other cross-functional teams to plan and monitor the overall project portfolio.

Functions in a highly diverse and ever-changing technological and business environment.

Solves problems in conjunction with Technical Service or Manufacturing.

Qualifications

*
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with 5 years minimum practical laboratory experience, to include 3 years of construction chemistry and formulation required. Masters Degree with 3 years minimum construction chemistry and formulation experience preferred.

* Basic knowledge of polymer/ emulsion technology (synthesis, manufacture, applications, etc.) is beneficial.
* Ability to utilize computer technology.
* Ability to organize time and be able to perform multiple routine and non-routine tasks in multiple functional areas, and to fully and professionally document (formal reports) and communicate key project work, in the form of presentations (verbal and written).
* Ability to adapt and be flexible to changing priorities.
* Ability to prepare laboratory documents (JSA's, Safety, ISO, Standard Test Procedures, etc.).
* Ability to train and/or direct technicians as a project leader.

Primary Location
: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte

Job Type
: Standard

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
: N-EDN-Dispersions & Pigments]]> http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/CHARLOTTE-Chemist-III-Job-NC-28201/651661/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://basf.jobs2web.com/job/CHARLOTTE-Chemist-III-Job-NC-28201/651661/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS