Postdoc Advancing GC Methodology for Industrial Applications (m/f/d)

WELCOME TO BASF

We are a leading global research organization with over 3000 employees working in the field of material and analytical science, chemical synthesis, process development, bioscience, catalysis and digitalization. With our creative and diverse teams as well as our cutting-edge research, we help to make our customers more successful and drive the sustainability transformation.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

As part of the Analytical & Material Science division, our group ‘GC, Chemical Structures & Phys.Chem. Data’ offers structure elucidation, quantification and gas analysis with the help of gas chromatographic methods as well as physical and chemical data for clients along BASF's entire value chain.

• The focus of your work is on the development of novel gas chromatographic methods for the separation and analysis of complex mixtures to enable the transformation of the chemical industry.
• You will troubleshoot instrumentation issues and implement solutions to ensure reliable operation of GC systems.
• Moreover, your work will include data analysis using software tools to quantify analytes and interprete chromatograms.
• You will be involved in trans-technologically and interdisciplinarily projects, including BASFs strategic sustainability projects in the area of recycling / using waste as feedstock for a circular economy.
• Furthermore, you will write research proposals and scientific manuscripts.
• Also, you will be responsible for comprehensibly communicating and documenting the results to partners within research as well as external partners.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related field
• strong background in gas chromatography techniques and instrumentation
• proficiency in analytical method development, optimization, and troubleshooting
• experience with data analysis and data evaluation
• strong project management skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and German
• collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment

WHAT WE OFFER

• Practical phase - actively apply theory in challenging and varied tasks/projects 
• Teambuddy - contact person for all questions and regular feedback
• Networks - get to know different perspectives, ways of thinking and fields of work
• Internship compensation - a recognition of the commitment, more information here
• Flexible working hours - depending on the location and area of work

HOW TO REACH US

• Fabienne Koenig (Talent Acquisition), fabienne.koenig@basf.com, Tel.:+49 30 2005-58121 will be happy to answer your questions for this position
• You can also reach our recruiting team here
• First information about our application process can be found here

ABOUT US

BASF SE, located in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, is the corporate headquarters of the BASF Group and part of the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region. BASF stands for competence in chemistry since 1865 and is represented today in the world's major consumer markets, with a wide range of products. As the largest employer in the region, BASF SE offers multiple career opportunities for students, university graduates and professionals providing also training in over 30 professions. Leisure, sports, culture and a good infrastructure characterize the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region, in which BASF is also involved with numerous activities. Learn more about BASF SE at on.basf.com/BASFSE_LU

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