Where the Chemistry Happens

As a Carrot Breeder in our Brooks, OR site you will provide the company with new varieties in their target market segments by searching for the appropriate genetic resources and implementing the best technologies and methods available.

As a Carrot Breeder you create chemistry by…

• Ensuring constant flow of commercially successful varieties that is meeting our company Crop Strategy and consumer needs, by applying proven breeding methodologies in combination with technologies, such as Molecular Assisted Breeding, DH’s, Statistics.
• Formulating, designing, and implementing specific breeding targets for each breeding segment based on Crop Strategy. Identifying promising results from different fields of research and integrate them in the breeding program.
• Partnering with Global and Regional Product Specialist to Translate Crop Strategies and tactics into new commercial products in-order to gain Market Share and Leadership in Americas.
• Preparing, implementing, and monitoring crop budgets and operational plans for the breeding program.
• Managing, supporting and directing the breeding team and breeding related activities in line with the breeding plan, guidelines and procedures and corporate values and vision.

Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent

Your formula for success…

Education

•  MSc/PhD in plant breeding or genetics

Experience

•  5 years of experience in plant breeding or related discipline

Knowledge/Skills

• In depth working knowledge of horticulture, agronomy, genetics, pathology, statistics, Physiology and molecular genetics
• People Management and Budgeting 
• Team player
• Interpersonal effectiveness
• Collaboration skills
• Organization and planning
• Computer skills (data management, management information systems, databases, spread sheets, statistical software)
• Work independently, as well, in in cross divisional Crop Teams
• Communication Skills
• Functional Competencies: Innovation, Influencing, Entrepreneurship.

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 HERE to learn more and to apply online.

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