Analytical Chemist, Metabolomics

The role:

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Metabolomics Group within Product Safety, where you can play a vital role in supporting the development of Syngenta active ingredients and seeds by contributing to the cutting-edge research within our dynamic and highly talented team. As part of this you will have the opportunity to work across teams, both internally and externally.

As an Analytical Chemist in Metabolomics, you will be part of a team working together to deliver metabolomics support to projects across R&D. Key responsibilities include:

• Metabolomics data generation and data processing with a primary focus on in vitro toxicology metabolomics including instrument maintenance, system suitability and data quality control.
• Planning and executing study data generation, initial data processing and data delivery, including theAn upload of processed results into in-house tools and databases.
• Development and maintenance of analytical methods, reference standards and protocols.
• Maintenance and improvement of metabolomic signature database

Essential skills and experience:

• Educated to degree level or higher in analytical chemistry, metabolomics or similar.
• Analytical chemistry or metabolomics experience:
• Sample preparation and quality control procedures
• LC-MS operation and maintenance (preferably high-resolution MS)
• High level of attention to detail and compliance with best practices.
• Experience of handling large sample and data sets with precision
• Analytical troubleshooting and method development skills
• Good interpersonal skills and team player attitude.

Desirable skills and experience:

• Automated sample preparation techniques (well-plate robotics)
• Targeted analytical/metabolomics data processing using specialist software
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new skills
• In vitro cell culture handling
• Experience with Thermo Orbitrap MS and software: Xcalibur, Freestyle, Tracefinder

 Syngenta will offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 31.5 days holiday with option to sell up to 11.5 days
• An open, supportive, and collaborative working culture that values diversity and inclusion
• The opportunity for flexible and hybrid working

We embrace and encourage diversity, and this is what drives our innovation and lets us outperform the market. https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion

Syngenta is leading science-based agtech company; dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work together to solve one of humanity’s most pressing challenges: growing more food with fewer resources. A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture.

Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.