Team Leader, Product Chemistry | Teamleiter (m/w/d)

BASF SE

Limburgerhof, Rheinland-Pfalz, Deutschland
Published Oct 10, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role involves leading a laboratory team focused on the analysis of active substances and formulated crop protection products within BASF's Agricultural Solutions division. The Team Leader will be responsible for solving complex analytical challenges, collaborating closely with R&D, operations, and regulatory teams, and participating in international project teams. A key aspect of the job is the independent management of internal and external resources while working within a scientific team with a strong business focus. The successful candidate will hold a PhD in (bio)chemistry or a related field, possess profound knowledge of chromatography and high-resolution mass spectrometry, and be digitally savvy and customer-oriented. This position offers the opportunity to shape the group's future by implementing new ideas and concepts, alongside professional development opportunities within a dedicated, international team.

Required Skills

Education

PhD in (Bio)Chemistry or a related subject

Experience

  • Leadership experience in managing a laboratory team
  • Professional experience in solving complex analytical tasks of crop protection products
  • Experience working within international project teams
  • Experience in managing internal and external resources

Languages

German (Basic)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Initial temporary employment with BASF SE with a binding promise of permanent employment in a new, separate company within the Agricultural Solutions division.