Scientist III

BASF SE•Southfield, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

BASF’s Coatings division is a global expert in the development, production and marketing of innovative andsustainable automotive OEM and refinish coatings, decorative paints as well as applied surface treatments formetal, plastic and glass substrates in a wide range of industries. This portfolio is supplemented by "Beyond PaintSolutions", which enable new applications with innovative surfaces.You create chemistry by... Leveraging your education and experience in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials/Polymer Science,you will creatively and independently develop technical strategies for solving coatings specific problems anddesigning and performing hands-on experiments. Being a results-oriented and customer focused professional, you will communicate effectively with bothtechnical and non-technical individuals including customers and launch new products at customers’ plants. Utilizing your expertise in coating preparation, application and testing, you will lead development projects,summarize and communicate results, recommend next steps, and generate reports and presentations to beshared with various stakeholders. Working with a diverse team, you will collaborate with the BASF global technical community in Germany,India, Japan, Mexico, and China. At 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. As 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.

Requirements

Have a B.S. in chemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science with at least 7-10 years of experience in automotive coatings, or a Master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or materials science with at least 5 years of experience in automotive coatings, or a Ph.D. degree in chemistry, chemical engineering ormaterials science preferably with 1-2 years of relevant experience
Have a deep understanding of organic/polymer chemistry and ability to apply creative chemistry in coatingsmaterials science
Have a positive and teamworking spirit

Nice To Haves

Preferably have experience with statistical analysis and Design of Experiments to solve scientific problems

Responsibilities

Creatively and independently develop technical strategies for solving coatings specific problems and designing and performing hands-on experiments.
Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical individuals including customers and launch new products at customers’ plants.
Lead development projects, summarize and communicate results, recommend next steps, and generate reports and presentations to be shared with various stakeholders.
Collaborate with the BASF global technical community in Germany,India, Japan, Mexico, and China.

Benefits

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!

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