Junior Scientific Programmer (m/f/d)

Job title:

Junior Scientific Programmer (m/f/d)

Company:

BASF

Job description

JOIN THE TEAMBiometrics GroupAgriculture plays a fundamental role in fulfilling many of humanity’s basic needs: food, feed, and energy. To support growers and those who take care of our environment, BASF develops innovative solutions for farming, pest control and landscape management – so that we can effectively contribute to improving people’s lives and business’ demands. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for sustainable agriculture at the Innovation Center of BASF Belgium Coordination Center CommV in Gent, Belgium.The BASF team is seeking a motivated Junior Scientific Programmer to join us. The team focuses on statistical genetics, experimental design, and data analysis in molecular breeding processes, in close collaboration with breeders, geneticists, and software developers.The Junior Scientific Programmer will develop and participate in projects that support efficient data and analytics workflows, computational tools/platforms, and reporting software. The selected candidate will also contribute to the implementation of state-of-the-art algorithms to improve genetic gain in breeding programs and be expected to identify and maintain an evolving analytics toolbox.RESPONSIBILITIESYou create innovative, scalable, fault-tolerant software solutions for our customers with clear technical specifications and documentation, striving to create interconnectivity of solutions.You automate frequently used scientific workflows, and implement new methods developed in-house or through collaboration.You act as a translator for our customer’s digital needs, and hereby interact with project managers, designers, other developers, systems analysts, and R&D specialists to support the design and implementation of the most adequate technological solutions.With your analytical mindset, you support R&D specialists,You ensure a robust and performant analytics platform for our team.You work closely together with the head of Biometrics and the Biometrics Technology lead. You are a reliable technical support during critical periods in the year to ensure delivery of time-sensitive results.You interact with R&D teams in a collaborative effort to develop and deliver a high quality product to farmers.QUALIFICATIONS

• You hold a MSc in Computer Science, Statistics, Bioinformatics or related scientific field with a strong affinity for applied statistics.
• You have strong scripting skills in R and have basics of Python.
• You are experienced in working in a collaborative IT environment which includes knowledge of a version controlling system like git.
• You are an expert in connecting data and analytics (especially REST, GraphQl APIs) in the context of prototyping, established graphical interfaces, and towards expert users.
• Knowledge of Cloud-based analytics is not a prerequisite but would be of value.
• You have a creative and innovative mindset and act proactively.
• You have excellent communication and analytical skills.
• You work autonomously with limited supervision from senior team members. You have interest in supporting and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

BENEFITS

• A permanent contract within an attractive working environment in a professional and motivated team.
• A role with challenging assignments and responsibilities.
• An attractive base salary in relation to your diploma and competencies, an annual bonus and extra legal benefits.
• A good work-life balance where regular working from home is possible.

ABOUT USFor more information, please contactAt BASF, the chemistry is right.Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us – in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.A unique total offer: you@BASFAt BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.A unique total offer: you@BASFAt BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.Discover the world of BASF and develop data solutions for the Chemistry 4.0 era – for a sustainable future. Help drive the digital transformation of the chemical industry by harnessing the potential of the latest data science technologies and data sources.About BASFFind out what BASF has to offer as an employer and why you should join our team.Your applicationHere you find anything you need to know about your application and the application process.Contact usYou have questions about your application or on how to apply in Europe? The BASF Talent Acquisition Europe team is glad to assist you.Please note that we do not return paper applications including folders. Please submit copies only and no original documents.Gent, BEBASF Belgium Coordination Center CommVInformation Technology & ServicesPermanent114717ATS_WCMS_WEBFORM

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Location

Gand, Flandre-Orientale

Job date

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 23:28:54 GMT

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