First seen by our source: 27 days ago
Summer Research Associate
@ BASF SE
Ontario
Overview
BASF is hiring a Summer Research Associate through contracting agency Raise Recruiting for a 4-month contract in London, ON, starting Summer 2027. The role supports field research, planning and running small plot experiments at research farms. Pay is $25 to $32 per hour, with overtime for evenings or weekends during peak periods.
Pay:
$25–$32 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute small plot field experiments at research farms
- Seed, spray, evaluate, maintain and harvest trial plots
- Summarize and present research results
- Support the research program for Canadian growers
- Maintain a safe and healthy work environment
Requirements summary:
- Current enrollment in an agriculture or related degree or diploma program
- High enthusiasm for field research
- Demonstrated leadership and academic achievement
- Understanding of agricultural practices and farm equipment (asset)
- Valid driver's licence
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- Not provided
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Research & science |
| Schedule | evening, overtime |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | College diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Agriculture, Environmental science, Biology, Agronomy, Soil science |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
BASF SE
Saved company profile
Historical company information from a saved The Jobs API profile (LinkedIn/Crunchbase fields). It is not live-verified; figures may have changed. Missing values remain unknown.
We create chemistry for a sustainable future
Full company description
At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. Our ambition: We want to be the preferred chemical company to enable our customers’ green transformation. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Around 112,000 employees in the BASF Group contribute to the success of our customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world. Our portfolio comprises, as core businesses, the segments Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, and Nutrition & Care; our standalone businesses are bundled in the segments Surface Technologies and Agricultural Solutions. BASF generated sales of €65.3 billion in 2024. BASF shares are traded on the stock exchange in Frankfurt (BAS) and as American Depositary Receipts (BASFY) in the United States. Credits: https://www.basf.com/global/en/legal/credits Data protection information: https://www.basf.com/global/en/legal/data-protection-at-basf.html
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,869,720
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 67,029
- Reported office locations
- Carl-Bosch-Str. 38, Ludwigshafen, 67056, DE
- Haven 725 - Scheldelaan 600, 2040 Antwerpen 4, BE
- 45/F Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, HK
- 100 Park Ave, Florham Park, NJ 07932, US
- Avenida das Nacoes Unidas, 14171, Sao Paulo, SP 04795-100, BR
- Kalvebod Brygge 45, Copenhagen, Capital Region 1560, DK
- Haraldsgatan 5, Gothenburg, Vastra Gotaland County 413 14, SE
- Lilleakerveien 2b, Oslo, 0283, NO
- Tammasaarenkatu 3, Helsinki, Southern Finland 00180, FI
- Business categories
- Finance
- Service Industry
- Health Care
- Business Development
- Consulting
- Software
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Agriculture
- Product Research
- B2B
- Medical
- Manufacturing
- Industrial Engineering
- Chemical
- Machinery Manufacturing
- Nutrition
- Fitness
- Oil and Gas
- Biotechnology
- Food and Beverage
- Financial Services
- Venture Capital
- Pharmaceutical
- Other recorded names
- BASF SE
- BASF
- Specialties
- Chemicals
- Performance Products
- Functional Materials & Solutions
- and Agricultural Solutions
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 337,385,221
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. Our ambition: We want to be the preferred chemical company to enable our customers’ green transformation. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Around 112,000 employees in the BASF Group contribute to the success of our customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world. Our portfolio comprises…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemical Manufacturing |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Ludwigshafen |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1865 |
| Specialties | ChemicalsPerformance ProductsFunctional Materials & Solutionsand Agricultural Solutions |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 34 |
| View page |
Now hiring! Summer Research Associate
Contract Duration: 4 months (Summer 2027)
Location: London, ON
Wage: $25 - $32 / Hour
During peak periods in the season, overtime will be paid for evenings or weekends.
We are looking for an Summer Research Associate to join our Agriculture Solutions team in London, ON.
We are BASF in Agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming, and the biggest job on Earth. We are an internationally successful company of the BASF Group. Our solutions are purpose-designed for different crop systems. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain. With teams in the lab, field, office and in production, we do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture.
#ForTheLoveOfFarming #TheBiggestJobOnEarth #AgEmployerOfChoice
Here you can gain more insight into our Vision at BASF Agricultural Solutions!
Students will be hired and employed through a third-party contracting agency - Raise Recruiting.
Opportunities are based on business needs at our sites. Candidates resumes will be presented to BASF based on requirements of the assignments being a match and fit based on experience. Applications can be considered for multiple opportunities now through March 31, 2027. If you are selected, you will be contacted about the summer employment opportunity directly.
As a Summer Research Associate, you create chemistry by...
- Supporting the research program and helping develop agricultural solutions for Canadian growers.
- Planning and executing small plot field experiments at our research farms (Seed, spray, evaluate, maintain, harvest, summarize and present results).
- Being involved in experiences in crop production, trial methodology, pest identification and the operation of small plot equipment.
- Working in and supporting a safe and healthy work environment.
If you have...
- Current enrollment in an agriculture or related degree program. (e.g. environmental science, biology, agronomy, soil science, etc.) or agriculture diploma program.
- High level of enthusiasm and strong commitment to gain experience in field research and the agricultural industry.
- Demonstrated leadership skills & academic achievement.
- An understanding of agricultural practices and farm equipment is an asset.
- Valid Driver‘s License.
About us
BASF Agricultural Solutions is a trusted partner to the agricultural industry, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that help farmers succeed across a wide range of cropping systems. Across North America, our teams work together to address some of agriculture's most important challenges while creating value for customers, communities, and the environment. At BASF, you'll find opportunities to grow your career, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact through work that matters.
Find out more about our Agricultural Solutions team here.
Diversity is our greatest strength!
Join us in shaping the future as part of a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunity – regardless of gender, age, background, sexual orientation, disability, or personal beliefs. Our people are at the heart of everything, dedicated to delivering value for our customers every day.
By focusing on enabling our people today and in the future, we will ensure we have the talent and skills needed to succeed.
United by the love of farming, we innovate, collaborate, and strive for the best solutions together, creating connections and driving success as one team. This is how we make an impact. For the love of farming, the biggest job on Earth.
Pay Transparency
BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $25 - $32. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Privacy Statement
BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request personal or financial information of any kind via either text message or direct message on any social media platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never offer a candidate a position and request a cheque for equipment or any other type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact [email protected] to report fraud.
Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment
BASF is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where our employees can be their authentic selves. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, religion/creed, sex/pregnancy, marital status, family status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We seek to make our recruitment process accessible for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] with the subject line “Recruitment Accommodation Request”.
Journal
Only you can see this. Kept on this device, and in your account when you sign in.