JOB DESCRIPTION:

Throughout the 20th century, BASF has played a leading role in agriculture and nutrition. BASF Plant Science (BPS) was founded in 1998 and is represented at seven sites in four countries. With this international network of expertise, BPS is especially well equipped to be a leader in plant biotechnology. We develop sustainable solutions for superior agricultural productivity, better and healthier nutrition and renewable resources.  Leadership, creativity, teamwork and passion combined with our unique plant biotechnology expertise are the foundation for our success.
 
The Lab Manager will be a member of and lead the Plant Management research team within the BASF Plant Science organization, responsible for managing this research team and ensuring optimal productivity. Our research and development projects focus on enhancing crop performance, productivity, nutritional value, and overall plant health. The Plant Management team performs critical activities necessary to advance BPSs plant biotechnology projects from idea to marketplace as fast and effectively as possible.  The activities of the Lab Manager will include, transgenic seed production and processing, donor product for crop transformation pipelines, and general plant growth and maintenance in the BPS greenhouses.   The Lab Manager is also responsible for leading the scientists within the Plant Management team including performance management, employee development, employee relations and safety.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• A degree in biology, plant science, or related agricultural field, with a minimum of 2 years experience with a PhD degree, 7 years with an MS degree or 10 years with a BS degree
• Experience will include agronomic or horticultural crop growth
• A minimum of 2 years experience managing or overseeing greenhouse operations
• Ability to work with multi disciplinary teams
• Demonstrated supervisory experience with success in working with customers, direct reports, peers and other departments for a minimum of 2 years

PREFERRED:

• Important competencies include strong computer skills, results orientation, decision-making and problem solving skills, and team orientation
• Experience growing and disposing of transgenic crops
• Skills in managing greenhouse and growth chamber facilities, including those required environmental control

POSITION REFERENCE:  1001516

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Website: http://www.basf.de

Published: February 7, 2011