Biometrician - Research Triangle Park, NC

Now hiring! Biometrician - Research Triangle Park, NC   Research Triangle Park, NC.     We are looking for a Biometrician to join our Agricultural Solutions team in RTP, NC.   To support plant breeding programs in row crops, the Seeds unit maintains and develops state-of-art breeding processes. The Biometrics group focuses on statistical genetics, experimental design and data analysis aspects of these processes, in close collaboration with breeders and geneticists. The purpose of the role is to provide data analytics support to hybrid plant breeding programs in North America and support Biometrics team efforts globally. The position supports the design, planning, optimization, and analysis of commercial plant breeding programs in the region. Welcome to BASF   We are BASF in Agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming, and the biggest job on Earth. We are an internationally successful company of the BASF Group. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. With teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture. #ForTheLoveOfFarming #TheBiggestJobOnEarth #AgEmployerOfChoice Here you can gain more insight into our Vision at BASF Agricultural Solutions! As a Biometrician - Research Triangle Park, NC, you create chemistry by... Using your experience in applied statistics to support field trial design for breeding programs; Performing Multi-environment field trial data analysis for all important traits; Assisting in the development of genomic selection models and providing predictions for breeding decisions; Contributing to the development of new algorithms for prediction and superior decision making; Train and support breeders in experimental design and data analysis activities; Develop decision making tools or prototypes to enable efficient decision making for stakeholders; Contribute to building the internal critical mass on breeding and quantitative genetics   If you...   Possess a Ph.D. degree in quantitative genetics, statistics, breeding, or equivalent. Have 4 years of experience in applied analytics to plant breeding supporting the development of commercial varieties and/or hybrids Hold a strong record on deploying software and algorithms to support commercial plant breeding processes Have excellent knowledge of plant breeding and application of analytics to decision making Are an expert in mixed models for modeling complex traits with complex variance structures Have expertise in the use of modeling packages (asreml, sommer, BGLR, or similar) Are proficienct in programming with R statistical software Are able to work in a multicultural environment and have the availability to travel internationally.  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   BASF Agricultural Solutions is a trusted partner to the agricultural industry, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that help farmers succeed across a wide range of cropping systems. Across North America, our teams work together to address some of agriculture's most important challenges while creating value for customers, communities, and the environment. At BASF, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact through work that matters. Find out more about our Agricultural Solutions team here.  Our people are at the heart of everything, dedicated to delivering value for our customers every day. By focusing on enabling our people today and in the future, we will ensure we have the talent and skills needed to succeed.  United by the love of farming, we innovate, collaborate, and strive for the best solutions together, creating connections and driving success as one team. This is how we make an impact. For the love of farming, the biggest job on Earth. Privacy statement   BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact Careers.NorthAmerica@basf.com to report fraud. 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.