BASF Corp

Sr. Site Chemist - Environmental Lab

BASF Corp$75K — $95K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/BA in Chemistry or related field; MS/PhD requires 3 years' experience.
  • Minimum 6 years' analytical laboratory experience or 3 years with advanced degrees.
  • Experience in data review, interpretation, and troubleshooting.
  • Strong problem-solving and leadership skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the site Cross Contamination Program and compliance efforts.
  • Develop and guide direct reports towards meeting performance and organizational goals.
  • Perform non-routine analytical testing for troubleshooting in labs and manufacturing.
  • Research and implement new analytical technologies for laboratory use.
  • Maintain and update analytical methods, QC documents, and PAP charts.
  • Support continuous improvement projects in the lab environment.
  • Analyze test results to ensure compliance and recommend necessary improvements.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements when feasible.
  • Robust retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Comprehensive well-being programs including mental health support.
  • Family forming benefits including maternity/parental leave and fertility support.
  • Back-up child and elder care services at discounted rates.
  • Opportunities for mentoring and career development.
  • Charitable matching gifts to enhance your community contributions.
  • Access to unique perks like the BASF wine cellar and employee discounts.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Sr. Site Chemist - Environmental Lab

Company: BASF Agricultural Solutions US LLC

Posting Location: Missouri, Palmyra

Country: United States

Requisition ID: 139901

Field: Environment, Health & Safety

Job Type: Permanent

Work model: On-site

Posting Start Date: 6/19/26

Duration Vocational training (RMK):

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Job Description:

Now hiring! Sr Site Chemist

We are looking for a Sr. Site Chemist to join our Agricultural Solutions team based in Palmyra, MO.

This role is responsible for leading the site Cross Contamination Program and supporting manufacturing and laboratory troubleshooting efforts through non-routine analytical testing. Responsibilities include introducing, setting up, training on, and transferring new products, methodologies, and related laboratory instrumentation, as well as providing analytical method development, verification, and validation. The role also researches and tests new analysis technologies for manufacturing and laboratory use, manages non-routine samples from production and EHS, and serves as the administrator of the Standards Distribution program for the Americas. In addition, this position is considered a subject matter expert and is responsible for leading and developing direct reports in the Environmental Laboratory.

As a Sr Site Chemist, you create chemistry by...

  • Maintaining compliance with all safety regulations and procedures.
  • Leading and developing direct reports in meeting performance, developmental and organizational objectives.
  • Being responsible for Cross Contamination Program at the site and for maintaining Standards distribution for the Americas and aligning with Germany.
  • Performing non-routine testing as needed to troubleshoot issues in the lab and manufacturing and method validations, and performing verifications for the site.
  • Maintaining and updating analytical methods, PAP charts and QC documents.
  • Supporting continuous improvement (CI) projects as needed.
  • Analyzing test results to ensure conformity and implement necessary improvements.
  • Researching, testing and recommending new analysis technologies for the lab and production.


If you...

  • Possess a BS/BA in Chemistry or a related field with a minimum of 6 years' analytical laboratory experience; candidates holding an MS or PhD in Chemistry or a related field must have at least 3 years' analytical laboratory experience.
  • Demonstrate analytical laboratory work experience including data review, interpretation, troubleshooting and laboratory analytical testing techniques.
  • Have troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, leadership skills, strong organizational skills.
  • Demonstrate strong communication skills - verbal and written.




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 BASF Corp

BASF Corporation is a subsidiary of BASF SE, a German chemical company. BASF Corporation is headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey and is the largest chemical producer in the world. The company produces a wide range of chemicals, including plastics, coatings, and agricultural products. BASF Corporation was founded in 1865 and has operations in over 80 countries. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious goals to reduce its environmental impact.
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