Senior Specialist Digitalization for Physical Property Data (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

The unit Chemical Process Modeling in Global Research is responsible for method development and project work in modeling, simulation and optimization of chemical processes on the level of physical property data, unit operation and entire processes. In our physical property data team, we support research and development as well as production and technology by providing and evaluating physical property data in databases, thermodynamic modeling based on equation-of-state and Gibbs energy models, and the evaluation of alternative process concepts.

• You independently carry out complex projects and propose optimization options as well as new concepts.
• In addition, you initiate a cross-unit knowledge transfer in the field.
• Moreover, you are always informed about new developments, market trends and competitor activities and maintain a network with BASF's operational and research units.
• Last but not least, you drive together with the team the implementation of digital workflows.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• above-average degree in the field of physical chemistry, chemical engineering or process engineering, ideally supplemented by a PhD
• sound professional experience in interaction with different research disciplines in the treatment of thermodynamic as well as chemical and process engineering issues
• special knowledge in modeling and experimental determination of thermophysical property data and phase equilibria
• knowledge of Python
• high level of commitment and enjoyment in working independently and on one's own responsibility on projects

WHAT WE OFFER

• Inspiring networks for the development and implementation of your ideas (e.g. Women in Business)
• Mentoring programs and learning opportunities for your professional and personal development
• Support with childcare (e.g. company daycare, holiday programmes)
• Fitness and health studio, medical center with numerous offers for your health
• Deutschlandticket as a discounted job ticket, job bike, availability of e-charging stations for private vehicles

HOW TO REACH US

Laura Bogner (Talent Acquisition), laura.bogner@basf.com will be happy to answer your questions for this position
You can also reach our recruiting team
First information about our application process can be found

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

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