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Now hiring! Trait Technology Specialist - Midwest US - Western Cornbelt
Midwest US - Western Cornbelt
We are looking for a Trait Technology Specialist to join our Agricultural Solutions team in the Midwest US (Western Cornbelt)
Come create chemistry with us!
BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.
The Trait Technology Specialist (TTS) is a field-facing technical expert responsible for enabling the successful commercialization of BASF trait technologies—beginning with Nemasphere—through high-impact knowledge transfer, agronomic support, and data-driven technical storytelling. This role facilitates cascading trait education throughout the channel, ensuring licensees and their teams are equipped with the insights and tools needed to confidently position and steward BASF traits.
As a Trait Technology Specialist - Midwest US - Western Cornbelt, you create chemistry by...
- Designing, implementing, and managing trait demonstration trials (e.g., side-by-sides, vision plots) to validate product performance and generate localized proof points.
- Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting agronomic data to support trait positioning and technical storytelling.
- Facilitating “train-the-trainer” initiatives and cascading trait knowledge across licensee organizations.
- Delivering technical training to agronomy and sales teams, ensuring deep understanding of trait performance, stewardship, and differentiation.
- Serving as a trusted technical advisor to licensees, providing agronomic guidance and troubleshooting support.
- Ensuring stewardship protocols are understood and implemented across all licensee activities.
- Partnering closely with Licensing Strategic Account Managers to align technical support with commercial goals.
- Providing feedback to the Trait Technical Lead and internal teams on field performance, customer needs, and emerging opportunities.
If you...
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Plant Science, or related field; MS preferred.
- Have 10 years of experience in agronomic technical support, seed/trait field roles, or related functions.
- Have a strong understanding of corn and soybean production systems and trait technologies.
- Demonstrate proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively.
- Are experienced in field trial design, data collection, and agronomic analysis.
- Are skilled in data-driven storytelling and translating insights into customer value.
- Have familiarity with adult education principles and effective knowledge transfer strategies.
- Posses strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with external partners.
- Are willing to travel regionally up to 75% of the time.
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.
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