Institutional Alliance Lead

At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the Syngenta Seeds team is currently seeking a Institutional Alliance Lead.

Role Purpose: Drive strategic partnerships with academic institutions, research organizations, and government agencies to foster innovation, research, and development that align with and advance the organization's goals and objectives in the field.

Location: Jacksonville, FL

• Strategy Development and Implementation
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for institutional partnerships
  • Align partnerships with organizational goals and broader business objectives
• Partnership Management
  • Identify, initiate, and nurture strategic alliances with key institutions
  • Negotiate and manage complex, multi-faceted agreements
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for institutional partners
• Project Coordination
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to execute joint projects and initiatives
  • Monitor and report on the progress and impact of institutional partnerships
• Representation and Networking
  • Represent the organization at relevant conferences, symposiums, and industry events
  • Stay informed about trends and developments in the field
• Stakeholder Management
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of partnerships
  • Ensure smooth communication and collaboration with external partners
• Innovation and Opportunity Identification
  • Identify new partnership opportunities that drive innovation and development
  • Stay abreast of industry trends to inform partnership strategy

Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs.   

Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions.  

Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. 

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Sciences, or related discipline)
• 7+ years of experience in alliance management, business development, or similar roles
• Proven track record of successfully developing and managing institutional partnerships
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities

Preferred

• Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field
• Experience in the [specific industry] sector
• Knowledge of intellectual property rights and research collaboration agreements
• Familiarity with grant processes and public-private partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to work in a global, cross-cultural environment

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. 

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