Job description
We're seeking an experienced Principal Scientist to join our Separation Science team at Jealott's Hill International Research Centre (UK). You'll drive the expansion of our preparative chromatography platform within the chemistry department, focusing on small molecule purification and isolation at milligram to gram scale.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality preparative isolations and purifications of small molecules
- Lead and develop chromatography methods for complex purifications
- Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting support to the team
- Collaborate across functions (Biologicals, Process Technology and Engineering)
- Document procedures in electronic lab notebooks and capture FAIR data
- Mentor team members and contribute to the wider Separations network
- Drive innovation in purification technologies and workflows
- Support purifications from the output of high-throughput chemistry platforms
What are we looking for?
- Degree in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry
- Proven industry experience in purification
- Expert knowledge of preparative HPLC-MS
- Hardware troubleshooting capabilities
- Strong analytical data interpretation skills
- Collaborative mindset and excellent communication abilities
- Innovation-driven approach to problem-solving
- Experience supporting high-throughput chemistry platforms is desirable
- Experience of using SFC is desirable
Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.
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 UK 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 research into discovery of new active ingredients, new formulation technologies, product safety and technical support of our product range.
What we offer:
- Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
- 31.5 days annual holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
- Good onsite facilities including a staff restaurant, a gym and fitness classes.
- We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
- The chance to work as part of a global team to address the current and future needs of the agricultural sector.
- Learning culture and wide range of training options.
Syngenta has been ranked as a top 5 employer and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.
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. Learn more about our D&I initiatives here: https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion
Jealotts Hill has Disability Confident certification.
We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates and our Jealott’s Hill site are a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we can to support you.

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