Biometrics Senior Scientist – Research Triangle Park, NC

Now hiring! Biometrics Senior Scientist – Research Triangle Park, NC

Research Triangle Park, NC

We are looking for a Biometrics Senior Scientist 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 Biometrics Senior Scientist you will lead the Biometrics team efforts and strategy to implement state-of-the-art decision-making tools and optimization applications to support global row crop breeding programs. Expected to contribute with ongoing predictive breeding efforts through the translation of innovation in practical breeding processes to support global breeding programs.

As a Biometrics Senior Scientist – Research Triangle Park, NC, you create chemistry by…

Conceptualize and prototype end-user decision-making platform using programming tools and/or out-of-the-shelf software. Partner with and define requirements to enable digitals teams for enterprise level implementation.

Investigate the optimization and design of breeding programs to increase their efficiency by using and expanding internal optimization software and simulation techniques

Coordinate and champion activities across different functions (breeding, digital, digital phenotyping) to efficiently integrate and analyze data in a scalable and timely manner using state-of-the-art algorithms. Provide end-user training using real-life examples.

Contribute to ongoing predictive breeding efforts focusing on the translation of innovation in practical breeding processes to support global breeding programs. Guide and support other team members in such activities.

If you have…

Ph.D. degree in statistics or quantitative genetics (or related)

6- year experience in applied analytics to plant breeding supporting the development of commercial varieties and/or hybrids

Strong record on deploying software and algorithms to support plant breeding processes

Required excellent knowledge of plant breeding

Required proficiency in programming with R statistical software

Ability to work in a multicultural environment

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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