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We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Senior Ecotoxicology Risk Assessor to join our dynamic Region Europe Environmental Safety team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the safety and regulatory compliance of our crop protection products in the European market. You will lead the development of ecotoxicology risk assessment positions, providing technical expertise aligned to European regulations in the registration of new and existing active ingredients and products by acting as an Environmental Safety project lead. Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the Environmental Safety ecotoxicology input into regulatory project teams, primarily at a European level.
- Collaborating with environmental fate and toxicology experts to develop environmental risk assessments and documented positions for regulatory dossiers and responses to regulatory authorities.
- Leading re-registration of existing compounds and products through critical evaluation of the existing data package with foresight of upcoming regulatory guidance changes.
- Driving the development of technical and techno-regulatory strategies and project work plans.
- Deliver high level inputs within the Product Safety organization to support the management of technical issues.
- Representing Syngenta in meetings with regulatory agencies.
- Developing positions within Technical areas and representing Syngenta in industry associations as required.
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.
What we are looking for?
- BSc & MSc / Ph.D. in Environmental or Biological Sciences, Ecotoxicology, or a closely related field.
- Excellent understanding of ecotoxicology data requirements and experience with European risk assessment for Active Ingredients and Plant Protection Products.
- Proven track record in managing projects, preferably within the agrochemical industry.
- Ability to analyse, interpret data and make judgements on their potential impact and demonstrate innovative thinking in problem-solving and emerging science.
- Experience of discussing technically complex positions with regulatory authorities.
- In-depth knowledge in one or more technical areas of ecotoxicology (e.g. non-target arthropods; pollinators etc.).
- Ability to convey ideas across diverse stakeholders.
- Experience of managing complex projects is desirable.
Our site
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.
- Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
- The chance to work as part of a team to address the current and future needs of the agricultural sector and help feed an ever-increasing population.
- A vibrant growth and learning culture and wide range of training options.
- We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
- An open, supportive, and collaborative working culture.
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
Jealott’s 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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