Senior R&D Scientist

Location: Attapulgus

Now hiring! Senior R&D Scientist Attapulgus (Onsite)
Relocation assistance provided.

We are looking for a R&D Scientist to join our Refining Catalyst team in Attapulgus, GA.Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Refinery Catalysts business is a global market leader in refinery catalysts technologies. The business develops and produces catalysts that enable refineries to manufacture transportation fuels from both traditional and renewable feed stocks.  Our group focusses on the research, development, scale up and testing of innovative catalyst for the refining/FCC market.  As R&D Scientist, you will execute projects focused on developing new innovative products either for FCC base catalysts or additives.

Your role will also include scale-up and development  of such products to commercial scale.  The role could also include development of deactivation/testing methods.

As a Senior R&D Scientist, you create chemistry by...Utilizing your advanced degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Material Science to drive development of new catalyst formulations, improvement of existing products while working with technicians in the lab, pilot plant and plant trial activities.

Conducting well designed, safe laboratory and pilot plant experiments, submitting samples for analysis and interpreting results with minimal supervision.

Leveraging your problem-solving abilities, to work with team leader or other colleagues to optimize performance of existing products or processes.

Providing and communicating results in an impactful matter to relevant stakeholders in the form of presentations or reports.

Maybe responsible for managing and leading technicians and carrying out performance reviews etc.

Creating Standard operating procedures and actively participate in all BASF safety practices and programs.

If you...Have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Material science OR a M.S. degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Material Science with 3+ years of related experience in catalyst development.

Possess an in-depth knowledge of research principles and techniques with proven ability to also work outside the field of specialization as well as familiarity with heterogeneous catalysis formulations and manfucaturing would be preferred.

Have strong written/verbal communicatin, data analysis, organization, time management and interpersonal skills.

Having a background in use of statistical tools such as DOE is a plus.

Having digitization skills is a plus.

Are proficient with MS Office tools.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASFAt 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 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…