Agricultural Biologist

Now hiring! Agricultural Biologist

We are looking for a Agricultural Biologist to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Seymour, IL.

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 an Agricultural Biologist at the Midwest Research Farm in Seymour, Illinois you will be responsible for the overseeing the daily farm maintenance operations as well as conducting various types of field research activities at the farm. You would also be responsible for coordinating the site safety and security protocols as directed.

As a Agricultural Biologist, you create chemistry by...

• Conducting scheduled maintenance, repairs, and necessary modifications to on-site research equipment (e.g., tractors, sprayers, tillage implements).
• Overseeing general site maintenance, including cleaning and organization of the shop and storage building, handling any small repairs needed for the facilities, and managing all groundskeeping.
• Planning and executing spring and fall tillage, crop planting, bulk pesticide applications, crop harvest, and appropriate fertilizer program implementation.
• Being responsible for the management of weed-free crop areas by identifying the need for appropriate applications, timing, and execution of such applications (e.g., weed-free trials, bulk crop areas).
• Coordinating operation and maintenance of on-farm lateral irrigation systems.
• Serving as the site Safety and Security Officer (i.e., ensuring MWRF operations are in compliance with BASF EHS and security programs).
• Assisting the research team onsite with establishing and managing crop protection research trials to support product development across key indications of herbicides and fungicides, as well as trials associated with precision application systems and UAV applications.
• Establishing and managing market development and demonstration trials supporting Technical/Agronomic Services teams.
• Assisting with data collection and analysis on all trials conducted on the farm, as needed, including collaboration with project leaders on details and supporting the project with data collection, including imagery with drones and digital photography.
• Supporting the farm manager and research staff with hosting customer and stakeholder events onsite.
  
  

If you...

• Hold a four-year degree in agriculture or a related field, or have four years of experience in the agriculture field.
• Have farm equipment operation experience, including the ability to independently operate tractors, planting, tillage, and harvest equipment.
• Currently hold or are willing to obtain both an Illinois pesticide applicator license and an FAA Part 107 drone operator license.
• Can work as part of a team to effectively achieve common goals.
• Exhibit strong time management skills.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and are a team player.
• Have experience running GPS/RTK guidance systems (preferred).
• Have working knowledge of sound agronomic practices (preferred).
• Hold an Illinois Class A Commercial Driver’s License (preferred).
  
  

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.

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