Now hiring! Manager, Technical Development - Research Triangle Park, NC

We are looking for a Manager, Technical Development to join our Agricultural Solutions team based 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 Manager of Technical Development, you will lead P&SS portfolio development across eight global business segments and manage the global development budget. This role involves prioritizing and steering the development of a complex portfolio, including insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, rodenticides, termiticides, digital monitoring products, and biological controls.You will oversee the technical development team, ensuring safety while promoting professional growth. Your responsibilities include guiding the team to address technical challenges and deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs. Success requires a strong understanding of the eight business segments: Home & Garden, Turf, Ornamentals, ProVM, Pastures, Professional Pest Management, Public Health, and Nitrogen Management.

As a Manager, Technical Development - Research Triangle Park, NC, you create chemistry by...

• Leading the coaching and professional development of the P&SS Global Development and Formulation team.
• Stewarding the innovation process and steering the development program within budget.
• Participating as an active member of the P&SS Global Leadership Team and related sub-teams.
• Reviewing and supporting new technologies and technical approaches for feasibility and commercial fit.
• Collaborating with other global R&D divisions (fungicide, insecticides, and herbicides) on experimental compound development to evaluate relevancy.

If you...

• Possess a PhD in Entomology or a related Biological Science.
• Bring 12+ years of experience in developing innovation projects from start to commercialization.
• Hold an understanding of complex, multi-stakeholder project management.
• Exhibit experience coaching and leading hybrid teams to high performance.
• Demonstrate technical expertise in non-crop agricultural sciences (e.g., pest management, horticulture).
• Communicate effectively to diverse audiences.
• Show the aptitude for prioritizing innovation pipelines based on commercial viability.

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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