Now hiring! Senior Trial Technician - Acampo, CAWe are looking for a Senior Trial Technician to join our BASF/Nunhems Vegetable Seeds team.This is a remote, field-based position in the Acampo, CA and surrounding areas.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 a Senior Trial Technician, you will independently organize, set up, and execute trials as defined by the Product Specialist for specific areas and crops for our Vegetable Seeds team. You will ensure effective crop management to complete trial cycles without incidents, coordinating selection and evaluation with the necessary personnel. Additionally, you will oversee the evaluation and communication of trial program results for your area and crop expertise.As a Senior Trial Technician - Acampo, CA, you create chemistry by
Designing, planning, and coordinating the trial schedule for a specific area and/or crops of expertise in close cooperation with the Product Specialist.
Monitoring, setting up, and executing the trials for a specific area and/or crops of expertise in collaboration with the Product Specialist.
Collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and documenting yield data from trials autonomously, and informing the Product Specialist of the findings.
Demonstrating and informing the Product Specialist about the results of trials and new competitor varieties.
Organizing and coordinating meetings with all involved parties to facilitate decision-making regarding trials.
Coordinating and communicating the trial schedule to the Product Specialist and Farm Manager, providing them with technical advice to meet agreed standards, timelines, and budgets.
If you
High school diploma, required. Bachelor's degree in agriculture or a related field, preferred.
2 years of crop trial experience, preferred
Working knowledge of databases and statistics to ensure accurate data entry into digital tools
Possess the ability to program, organize, and communicate.
Are a team worker, analytical and a good observer.
Able to travel up to 30% travel, regionally
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@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 usAs 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.Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASFPrivacy statementBASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.Pay transparencyBASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $59,200 - $81,400. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.Equal employment opportunitiesWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.