BASF - Biological Technician

Biological Technician

We are pleased to recruit for a company whose corporate purpose is to create chemistry for a sustainable future and has been doing so for 150 years. Their portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products and crop protection products to oil and gas. Their products and solutions contribute to conserving resources, ensuring nutrition and improving quality of life. Our client is expanding and seeking a Biological Technician in Research Triangle Park, NC.
Responsibilities:

• Assist the team to conduct assays in the laboratory focusing on biological performance of agrochemicals. The candidate will routinely select and prepare plants for experiments, apply insects to plants, and record experimental results.
• Additionally, the candidate may support the work by propagating plants and/or maintaining insects needed for the studies.
• The candidate will work in laboratory and greenhouse environments, and be willing and able to handle plants, insects and chemicals of unknown toxicity with appropriate PPE.
• Daily work will include routine tasks including preparing plants, insects and chemical solutions, evaluating the effectiveness of potential insecticides, as well as lifting up to 25 pounds.

Requirements:

• Computer skills required: MS Word and MS Excel. Weekend and holiday work will be required on a rotational basis.
• A background in entomology or experience in crop protection, and agricultural insecticide applications is highly desirable.

Must have a valid driver's license and current state required minimum vehicle insurance coverage to drive onto Client and Company property.

Education: AS or AAS degree in a biological field with some laboratory experience is desired.
Location: Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
Pay Rate: The pay range for this position is $21.00 - 22.00 per hour; however, the pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This pay information is being provided pursuant to applicable law and is based in part on market location.
Work Schedule: M-F (8 AM to 5 PM)
Weekend and holiday work will be required on a rotational basis
Length of Assignment: Contract - hire
For more information, please contact us at:
Avionte Job #: 180852
Recruiter: Eddy Woodard
Email: eddy.woodard@cenergyintl.com
Benefits:

Cenergy is a dynamic, diverse, woman-owned company that has provided stellar support to our clients globally for over 25 years! We hire extraordinary people, and each of our team members are encouraged to embody our core values to drive innovation and own it with integrity and trust while adding to our positive and forward-thinking atmosphere.

Cenergy employees can enjoy the following robust benefits and resources:

Ongoing Training (RSO, Systems, Software Programs, OSHA Safety, JJ Keller, etc.)

Continuous Employment Development and Learning

Ongoing Advocacy, internal assets with HSE, Legal and HR teams and experts to aid in Employee Career Path and Advancement

401K

Healthcare & Healthcare Group Medical Coverage

Dental Insurance Coverage

Vision Insurance Coverage

Basic Life Insurance & AD&D

Long Term Disability

Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Access to Health Joy

GAP Medical Coverage

Direct Deposit

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts