JOB DESCRIPTION:

BASF is seeking an Entomology Project Leader to plan, implement, lead, manage and/or conduct field and greenhouse Entomology bioefficacy project(s) within BASF Agricultural Products. The Project Leader is also responsible for:
 • summarizing/presenting results to, and/or, on behalf of the Agricultural Products Entomology Team.
 • managing budget(s) and timeline(s) for his/her project(s).
 • writing product lables for submission packages.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

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

Required:

 • BS degree in applied Entomology or other biological science with at least 6 years of field experience, MS degree in Entomology or other biological science with at least 3 years of field experience or PhD in Entomology or other biological science.
 • Knowledge of crop protection research processes and techniques, agronomic and plant protection practices.
 • Working knowledge of computers and software, specifically MS Office, necessary for communication, data collection / analysis, and knowledge sharing.
 • Proven creative ability, effective communication and team skills, and the ability to lead others.

Desired:

 • BS degree in applied Entomology with at least 12 years of field experience, MS degree in Entomology with at least 6 years of field experience or PhD in Entomology with at least 3 years of field experience.
 • A thorough working knowledge of major agricultural / horticultural markets, key insect/mite pests and key insecticides/miticides used in these markets.
 • Knowledge of insecticide mode of action, resistance issues, and experience in the development of assays addressing mode of action, efficacy, and resistance.
 • Experience setting up field trials with applications, evaluations and data reporting.
 • Prior experience with ARM software.
 • Experience leading teams.

APPLY ONLINE: http://jobs.basf.us/job/Research-Triangle-Pa-Entomology-Project-Leader-Job-NC-27701/6762000