R & D Manager

at  BASF Corporation

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world’s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation.
We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong emphasis on process safety, as well as the safety of our employees and the communities we operate in and are always working to form the best team—especially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development.

EXPERIENCE

• Superior knowledge of emulsion polymerization, polymer science & physics, and intimate knowledge in the coatings & adhesives for Construction and Nonwoven markets and customers
• Minimum 6 years of experience to synthesis and development of resins and emulsion polymers or related fields
• Minimum 6 years of experience to R&D team and project management, scale up and commercialization of resins and emulsion polymers or related fields
• Minimum 6 years of direct engagement and experience in driving R&D with key customers and accounts.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Demonstrate Customer Focus, Collaborate for Achievement, and Drive Innovation
• Ability to apply both fundamental principles and creativity to the development of new products
• Excellent hands-on experimentation and superior problem-solving skills
• Strong capabilities in project planning & oversight
• Both traditional and agile project management experience desirable
• Analytical and future-oriented way of thinking, with high motivation in driving innovative and sustainable solutions with autonomy
• Excellent written, oral and listening skills, with ability to build relationships at all levels within BASF and externally with key customers.

Please refer the Job description for details