Postdoctoral Fellowship in Process Chemistry

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Process Chemistry 

We are currently looking for a 12-months (with the possibility to extend the contract to 24-months) Postdoctoral Fellowship contract in our Process Technology department in Münchwilen. The role will be focused on development and optimization of synthetic methods for the manufacture of intermediates and active ingredients.  Activities also include the investigation and analysis of challenging chemical reactions to support understanding, scale-up and process operations. You will be given the opportunity to develop new skills while working at the cutting edge of science, technology and innovation.

Your responsibilities:

• Efficiently conceive, plan, prioritize and execute technical and research projects
• Seek, retrieve and analyze critical information
• Maintain and develop state-of-the-art knowledge in chemistry and associated technologies
• Apply knowledge creatively to solve problems
• Foster a culture of creativity and innovation
• Ensure compliance of HSE (Health, safety and environment) to Syngenta standards
• Communicate inspirationally and regularly on research activities

Syngenta Group is a leading agriculture company helping to improve global food security by enabling millions of farmers to make better use of available resources. Through world-class science and innovative crop solutions, our 49,000 people in over 100 countries are working to transform how crops are grown. We are committed to rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities. For the third year in a row, Syngenta was named one of the top 10 employers in the life science sector by the journal Science.

• A PhD in organic/organometallic chemistry
• Strong background in the field of synthetic organic chemistry and laboratory techniques including extensive practical work experience in a chemistry research lab
• Courage to overcome challenges
• Interest to learn new technics and ways of working.
• Ability to work independently (and interact) while interacting in multidisciplinary teams
• Proven organizational and social skills
• General Analytical Knowledge - Application of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy, Infrared Spectroscopy, Liquid Chromatography, Gas Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry 
• Good knowledge of English language (written and spoken)

• Scientific and technical excellence
• Contribution to valuable and impactful work, in a stimulating environment -> #bringingplantpotentialtolife
• Work in interdisciplinary teams. An open and pleasant work atmosphere
• Continuous professional development and high scientific standards are foundations of our culture
• Well-equipped laboratories and experienced colleagues
• A responsible work with adequate training and interesting scientific challenges

Interested? We are looking for your application! Along with your Cover letter and CV please provide a Research Summary of 2-5 pages.

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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