Analytical Scientist

Through leading innovations, we help farmers around the world meet the challenge of feeding a growing population and taking care of our planet. To support this mission, we are currently seeking an Analytical Scientist in Greensboro, NC. You will be spending at least 85% of your time in the lab preparing and analyzing chemical compositions for assigned projects using analytical instruments. You will be testing and providing analytical data and/or methodology in support of formulation and AI (Active Ingredient) development, registration, and production efforts, in compliance with all relevant technical, business, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), and HSE (health, safety, and environment) requirements.

Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for this position.

Duties:

• Provide support for product chemistry studies that meet worldwide regulatory requirements, to enable product registration
• Provide analytical support to the supply chain through reliable data, efficient analytical methods and effective problem solving
• Test and analyze formulation, active ingredient, and packaging development materials by providing timely, safe, and innovative analytical data & methods
• Perform method validations and characterizations using analytical techniques such as HPLC (high-performance liquid chromatography) and GC (gas chromatography)

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or other relevant scientific degrees AND at least 1 year of prior laboratory research experience
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with great attention to detail and GLP documentation
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Able to successfully apply scientific principles and technical experience to business challenges relevant for Syngenta

What We Offer: 

• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day  
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution  
• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. 
Learn more about our team and our mission here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVCN_51GbNI 

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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As a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to counter these threats and ensure enough safe, nutritious, affordable food for all – while minimizing the use of land and other agricultural inputs.  

Syngenta Crop Protection keeps plants safe from planting to harvesting. From the moment a seed is planted through to harvest, crops need to be protected from weeds, insects and diseases as well as droughts and floods, heat and cold.  

Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland.