JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are the world’s leading chemical company because we offer intelligent solutions for our customers and for a sustainable future. We link and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to advance. Not only your performance but also your personality matter to us. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities.

BASF – the Chemical Company – consolidated its plant biotechnology activities in BASF Plant Science (GB) in 1998. Today, about 800 employees are working to optimize crops for more efficient agriculture, renewable raw materials and healthier nutrition.

We are seeking to hire a Scientist, Protein Biochemist to join BASF Plant Science Regulatory Sciences laboratory. The Scientist, Protein Biochemist will design and conduct protein safety studies used to support the deregulation or approval of transgenic plants.

The purpose of these studies is to (i) characterize the expressed novel proteins, (ii) quantify the protein expression levels in various plant tissues, (iii) characterize the protein test substances used in a variety of ecotox and toxicological studies, and (iv) determine the stability of the proteins in either plant tissues or food/feed matrices.

In addition, related activities to be directed by the Scientist, Protein Biochemist include (i) purifying the expressed novel proteins from transgenic plant tissues and (ii) preparing the protein test substances used in the ecotox and toxicological studies.

The successful candidate should also have experience in molecular biology techniques such as PCR, cloning and DNA sequencing. The Regulatory Science laboratory operates according to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and experience in GLP is considered an important competency for this position.

Additional responsibilities of the position include:
 • Maintaining expertise in the current industry-standards for the scientific interpretation of the global regulatory requirements.
 • Serving as Study Director for GLP studies, writing and review GLP Study Protocols and Final Reports, and interfacing with Study Sponsors to assure the protein safety studies meet the regulatory requirements.
 • Providing the technical evaluation of any external contractor used by the Regulatory Sciences group to facilitate the conduct of the protein safety studies.
 • Serving as the GB representative on any industry group related to protein safety.

Furthermore, the individual must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work closely with others in a team environment. He/she must have well developed leadership and project management skills and be a creative, motivated team player. The incumbent will be required to simultaneously focus on multiple issues, and must have the ability to meet multiple goals and to attain the desired results, often under time pressure and in a fast changing environment. In addition, travel to contract testing facilities will be required as well as participation, as the GB representative, on appropriate inter-industry panels.

***This position is part of a job family. Incumbent will be hired at a level commensurate with their knowledge, skills and abilities.***

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

Required:
 • PhD in protein biochemistry, biology, molecular biology or related field, with 5 years of research experience  • OR  • MS with 10 years research experience  -OR- BS with 13 years research experience.
 • Experience in documentation and writing study protocols and high quality technical reports.
 • Strong organization, interpersonal, oral and written communication, and teamwork skills. Detail and results oriented.
 • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
 • Exhibit leadership qualities and ability to function as a supervisor.

Preferred:
 • Knowledge of LC/MS/MS.
 • Knowledge of bioinformatics.
 • Experience in a GLP environment.
 • Working knowledge of agriculture biotech regulatory requirements.

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