Automation Scientist

Role responsibilities

• Writing, developing, testing and troubleshooting workflows on our Tecan Evo liquid handler
• Working with scientists to translate manual process into automated workflows
• Maintaining, fault-finding and resolving issues on the liquid handler
• Supporting and training scientists to run and make minor modifications to their workflows
• Creating SOPs for others to follow
• Contributing to the selection of new automation equipment
• Helping Syngenta move towards the lab of the future

MSc (or equivalent experience) in a science or engineering discipline.

Required skills:

• Ability to write, develop, test and run workflows on a liquid handler, preferably a Tecan Evo
• Ability to work with scientists to translate manual processes to automated workflows
• Support and train scientists to use the automation platform
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Write documentation to accompany workflows
• Possess good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in multi-functional teams
• Advocate of high-quality standards and tracking issues through to their resolution

Preferred skills:

• Lab experience in Cell Biology, Chemistry, Entomology, Phytology, Developmental Biology, Chemistry
• Experience with Synthace

Desired skills:

• Familiar with programming/coding, maybe in Python, C++, C#, R, SQL
• Experience with IOT devices, microcontrollers, SBCs or device integration
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DoE)
• Experience in image analysis

In return for your skills and knowledge Syngenta will offer:

• Competitive benefits package including opportunities for flexible working.
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
• Interaction with external researchers and opportunities to represent Syngenta in research networks, collaborations and conferences.
• Good onsite facilities including a staff restaurant, a gym and fitness classes.
• Campus environment based at Jealott’s Hill located in the Berkshire countryside between Bracknell and Maidenhead.
• Great opportunities for personal and career development.
• A modern, stimulating and dynamic working environment which promotes diversity and inclusion, scientific excellence and collaboration.
• A job and responsibilities with purpose at state-of-the-art facilities within a world class R&D campus site.

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

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Syngenta is a leading science-based agritech company; dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 30,000 employees in more than 100 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.

Jealott’s Hill International Research Centre is situated in pleasant semi-rural surroundings between Bracknell and Maidenhead and is the place of work for approximately 800 Syngenta scientists and support staff. Jealott’s Hill is one of the main global research and development sites and key activities include discovery and research of novel chemical active ingredients, biocontrol products, formulation technologies, with related product safety and technical support of our product range and seeds research.