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Where the Chemistry Happens...
BASF's Performance Materials division encompasses the entire materials know-how of BASF regarding innovative, customized plastics under one roof. Globally active in three key focus areas, the division has a strong portfolio of products and services combined with a deep understanding of application-oriented system solutions. Key drivers of profitability and growth are our close collaboration with customers and a clear focus on solutions. Strong capabilities in R&D provide the basis to develop innovative products and applications.
We are seeking a self-starter, motivated and enthusiastic professional like you to join our team as a Senior Scientist to work in the TPU Research & Developmental Labs (PM) business unit as part of our Wyandotte, MI site. As part of PMD/N, the Sr Scientist conducts scale up, processing, and testing of new products from laboratory to pilot scale production to meet the innovation needs of our business. Your daily tasks will include planning, designing, and executing research activities and experiments to accomplish project objectives. You will be relied on to provide knowledge and expertise in achieving research targets, interpreting results, and reporting them to key stakeholders. Additionally, you will have technicians reporting directly to you and as such, you will be responsible for a safe and healthy work environment.
As a Senior Scientist, you create chemistry by...
Overseeing and developing novel products for external customers - this includes collaboration with Marketing, Sales, Tech Development, production and product management, etc.
Developing and implementing strong innovation pipeline to increase innovation sales and reduce time to market.
Identifying opportunities, establishing plans and aligning the plans cross-regionally.
Applying stage gate process disciplines, Six Sigma methodology, statistical techniques, demonstrate the capability to handle increasing levels of complexity and ambiguity.
Committing to customers as you listen to, understand, and gain knowledge from key customers in the industries served, prioritize what they value and need, while engaging and driving to fulfill those needs, translating customer needs into a product.
Providing regular project updates to management, supporting scientists, marketing, sales, and tech service colleagues. Your ability to holistically envision a technical solution from formulation, manufacturing, processing, and application functionality will drive your success.
Role modelling leadership behavior in support of the Exposure Reduction Program and other safety programs to help ensure the health and safety of all.
Your formula for success...
PhD in chemistry, materials science or related disciplines, plus 2 years of related experience - OR -
Master's degree in chemistry, materials science or related discipline, plus 5 years of related experience
Exceptional organizational and project management skills
You @ BASF
At BASF you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That's what we call you@BASF. Our Periodic Table of Benefits includes some additional perks below for starters...
Flexible Work Arrangements whenever possible
Retirement Benefits
Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement
Mentoring & Development Programs
Employee Discounts
Pet insurance
Matching Donations to your favorite cause
Access to our BASF Wine Cellar
What are you waiting for? Click Apply now to BELONG@BASF!!
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Job: REDE - Research & Development
Organization: PMD/NT-R&D TPU-63025981
Title: Manager, R&D
Location: MI-Wyandotte
Requisition ID: 2301118
