Requirements: English
Company: BASF
Region: basel-landschaft, switzerland , Basel-Country
Welcome to BASF
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Is the chemistry right? Then lets develop the success formula for our customers together!
We are seeking a professional with a master''s degree in organic chemistry or a related field and at least five years of industry experience. You will independently drive process optimization initiativesenhancing efficiency, improving reaction setups, and analyzing experimental data to achieve measurable improvements in the lab. This is just the beginning.
What You Can Expect
- You will collaborate effectively with teams from operations, technology, and sourcing to implement strategies that reduce costs, optimize raw material usage, and assess safety risks in manufacturing processes.
- Your responsibilities will include designing and executing experiments focused on scale-down and scale-up methodologies, ensuring high reproducibility and precision in results.
- You will be responsible for selecting, handling, and maintaining laboratory equipment, upholding rigorous housekeeping standards, and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Accurate documentation is essential, including maintaining lab notebooks and data records in compliance with protocols.
- You will compile and analyze experimental data to prepare technical reports and presentations, stay informed about relevant technologies, and contribute to patent applications to secure intellectual property rights.
- You will work closely with internal production teams to implement process improvements and collaborate with external partners, such as raw material suppliers and toll manufacturers.
What You Offer
- A Masters degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field, with at least 5 years of proven practical experience in developing and optimizing UV absorber production processes, including synthesis, formulation, and quality control.
- Hands-on experience in manufacturing light stabilizers, such as antioxidants and hindered amine light stabilizers.
- Ability to execute complex synthetic reactions independently while adhering to safety protocols.
- Proficiency in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Fluency in English and effective collaboration skills within international and multidisciplinary teams.
What We Offer
- A challenging role with high autonomy and on-the-job onboarding within a competent team.
- Attractive compensation, social benefits, and excellent development opportunities in an international environment.
- Flexible working time models supporting work-life balance.
- Parental leave of up to one year, with job security, higher child allowances, and a voluntary family allowance.
- An above-mandatory occupational pension scheme with flexible savings plans and employer contributions.
- Other compelling reasons to join us.
How To Reach Us
Valeria Illera (Talent Acquisition), talent-acquisition-switzerland@basf.com, Tel.: +49 30 2005-58110, will be happy to answer your questions. You can also contact our recruiting team or find information about our application process online.
About Us
BASF Schweiz AG, headquartered in Basel with additional sites in Kaisten, Monthey, Pfffikon (Schwyz), and Schweizerhalle, develops and produces innovative products such as light stabilizers and electronic materials. The site also hosts our analytics competence center.
We do not wish to work with recruitment agencies. Please submit only copies of your documents in a PDF format, as we do not return paper applications or original documents.
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity is our greatest strength. Join our winning team and help develop the future in a global environment that values inclusion and equal opportunities for all, regardless of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability, or belief.
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