We are looking for a skilled Chemist to join our Formulation Group. Your role will be to apply your fundamental understanding of physical chemistry and a scientific approach to develop new crop protection products.
Working in the lab, you will be planning and conducting experimental programmes to support a portfolio of projects, working largely independently but under the support of your team leader. A love of practical work, good organisation skills, scientific curiosity and an ability to solve technical problems are all critical for the role.
Our Senior Formulation Chemists undertake research within the scope of the project, establishing a programme of research activity working collaboratively with internal colleagues and external partners. Therefore, you need to be comfortable working at the interface of scientific disciplines as you will be working with scientists from other functions as part of multi-disciplinary project teams. You will need great communication skills to report, record and present your data to technical and business teams.
We are committed to your development and growth, so we will provide opportunities for continuous learning. We are looking for people with a continuing passion to learn and the drive to take advantage of longer-term opportunities in both scientific and line management careers
Qualifications
- You will have a Master degree in Chemistry with relevant experience in an industrial setting formulating agrochemical, pharmaceutical or personal care products. We will also consider PhD graduates who are looking for their first industry role.
- Our ideal candidate will have a good understanding of the colloid science relevant to the design and characterisation of formulated products, and some experience of designing and making formulations, however additional training will be provided where needed. Good data handling skills are a bonus.
- As safety is our first priority, all candidates must have experience of working independently and safely in a chemical lab environment.
Additional Information
Syngenta will offer
- Competitive benefits package including opportunities for flexible working
- Up to 31.5 days holiday
- Interaction with external researchers and opportunities to represent Syngenta in research clubs, networks, collaborations and conferences
- Good onsite facilities including a gym and fitness classes
We embrace and encourage diversity, and this is what drives our innovation and lets us outperform the market. https://jobs.syngenta.com/diversity-and-inclusion
Company Description
Syngenta is leading science-based agtech company; dedicated to bringing plant potential to life. Each of our 28,000 employees in more than 90 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
Our Jealotts Hill R&D site hosts a vibrant multi-disciplinary scientific community of around 800 people. Located between Maidenhead and Bracknell it offers a spacious and green campus environment with comprehensive sports facilities, catering facilities & social clubs. We are proud of our community and how we work together to deliver.
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