Scientist Protein Production and Characterization

Location

Zwijnaarde

Working hours

Full-time

Contract Type

Permanent

Working area

Licence to Operate (LTO)

Join the team

Agriculture plays a fundamental role in fulfilling many of humanity’s basic needs: food, feed, energy. To support growers and those who take care of our environment, BASF develops innovative solutions for farming, pest control and landscape management – so that we can effectively contribute to improving people’s lives and business’ demands.

To strengthen our Regulatory Science Seeds & Traits team and support further development and global deregulation of seed and trait agriculture products across crops, we are looking for a Scientist to join our Protein Production and characterization group in Zwijnaarde.

Responsibilities

You develop and implement protein production strategies in close collaboration with cross-functional team members and based on agreed business and global project needs
You collaborate with sourcing and product safety managers to oversee the timely commissioning of protein production packages with Contract Research Organizations (CROs)
You serve as the study monitor, writing and reviewing protocols and reports, interpreting the data and defining the next steps to meet global project objectives
You stay informed of relevant literature, new science and technology and exploit them to continuously improve functional area capabilities
You keep documentation of experimental design, results and conclusions and communicate and present findings and challenges on a regular basis in internal multidisciplinary project meetings
You interact regularly with colleagues from different global units and external collaborators
You resolve any ongoing technical challenges in collaboration with others
You are a member of the GLP Test Facility and may serve as a GLP Study Director and/ or work as GLP analyst when needed

Qualifications

PhD in Biochemistry, Plant Biology, or other relevant field, with minimum 5 years of experience in academia or industry.
Has proven knowledge of protein biochemistry and enzymology.
Has recent hands-on experience and expertise in laboratory protein analytical methods including but not limited to protein expression and purification, quantitation, immunological detection, and functional activity assays.
Has demonstrated “Attention to detail” aptitude. Ability to solve technical issues with appropriate experimental design and execution.
Able to collaborate with global teams for technical knowledge sharing and participate and, in some cases, lead cross functional global teams to brainstorm/ troubleshoot challenges in the area of responsibility.
Ability to work independently on assigned projects including mid- to long-term planning.
Has experience in selecting appropriate CROs and serving as the primary point of contact for CROs, ensuring effective communication, coordination and oversight to ensure successful collaboration and timely completion of projects.
Able to communicate with ease verbally and in written form with any available communication platforms.

Benefits

Responsibility from day one in a challenging but dynamic work environment and “on-the-job” training as part of a committed team.
Competitive compensation including attracting benefits as well as excellent career opportunities in an international company.

Come join us in bringing the lab to the field

About BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division

Everything we do, we do for the love of farming. Farming is fundamental to provide enough healthy and affordable food for a rapidly growing population, while reducing environmental impacts. That’s why we are working with partners and experts to integrate sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We invest in a strong R&D pipeline, combining innovative thinking with practical action in the field. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. With teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture. In 2023, our division generated sales of €10.1 billion.

For more information, please visit www.agriculture.basf.com or our social media channels.

Application process

1. Application

You found the job you like on our website. Time to hit that ‘apply’-button and let us know who you are through the application form.

2. First encounter

We are intrigued by your application and call you immediately. At this point you can expect questions like: What motivates you? And what are your skills?

3. Interview

The call went great! So here you are, ready for your interview with HR and a hiring manager. We want to know more of your story and of course, you can ask about our story as well.

4. Contract

Welcome to our team. When can you start? So we can everything ready for your first day. You know, computer, paperwork, cake, balloons …

5. Onboarding

We welcome you with open arms and get you up and running. Including our eye-opening bootscamp, from the lab to the field.