Chemist-Technical Service

BASF SE; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading chemical company where you will play a vital role in providing technical service and support for automotive projects. As a Chemist-Technical Service, you will engage in laboratory evaluations, surface analysis testing, and developing optimum operating parameters. This role offers you the opportunity to continuously upgrade your technical skills while working collaboratively in a safe and inclusive environment. With a strong commitment to employee well-being and personal growth, this innovative firm provides a range of benefits to support your career and personal ambitions. If you are passionate about chemistry and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Retirement savings plan with company match

Comprehensive mental health support

Family forming benefits

Back-up child and elder care

Mentoring and career development opportunities

Matching gifts program

Employee crisis support

Access to BASF wine cellar

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years prior experience is required.
• Ability to perform surface analysis testing using various instruments.

Responsibilities

• Running laboratory evaluations for customer tech service jobs.
• Providing technical advice and troubleshooting assistance in the field.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS Degree in Chemistry

BS Degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in a related physical science

Tools

SEM/EDS

WD-XRF

Niton XRF

Job description

As a Chemist-Technical Service, you create chemistry by...

• Running laboratory evaluation of Customers’ Tech Service Jobs.
• Supporting Automotive OEM projects.
• Selecting and recommending appropriate products for customers’ applications.
• Developing optimum operating parameters for Chemetall/BASF products.
• Performing surface analysis testing using SEM/EDS, WD-XRF, Niton XRF instruments.
• Providing technical advice to the sales force, field engineers and customers as well as troubleshooting assistance in the field.
• Providing technical information for Profiles, Process Instructions and other technical literature when necessary.
• Writing reports on lab results and field visits and maintaining Technical Service Worksheet for each project.
• Assisting in telephone support for sales/customers as required.
• Continuously upgrading technical skills, staying abreast of technical developments in the field, reading technical journals and learning new methods of analysis.
• Working with Chemetall/BASF’s Equipment Engineering group as required to better understand dispensing and control equipment.
• Working in the field with Chemetall/BASF TSRs at customers to deepen and broaden knowledge of the products and applications.
• Attending industry seminars and in-house seminars to keep current with new technologies.
• Ensuring work area is maintained in a safe manner, operating in the lab environment according to Health and Safety Policies.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment in peak operating condition in accordance with Chemetall/BASF quality system.

If you...

• BS Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering is required; bachelor's degree in a related physical science is acceptable.
• Minimum of 3 years prior experience is required.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to sit, walk, stand, alternate sit/stand and view monitor, power grasp, and fine manipulate with hands, push and pull with hands, reach above shoulder level, and lift and carry up to 20 lbs., and occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

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.

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 us

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.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Equal employment opportunities

We 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.

At BASF, you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.