Senior Scientist

We are looking for a Senior Scientist to work in the formulation department at Syngenta in Münchwilen (AG).

Accountabilities

• Plans, designs and executes the experimental studies needed for the development of formulations based mainly on biological active substances.
• Leads microbiology laboratory and analytical activities essential for product development in the area of biologicals to ensure that capabilities, working practices and tools are up to date in a demanding and new environment.
• Applies scientific theories, principles and techniques to solve technical problems that are encountered during development activities and reaches out to the network for consolidating scientific and data interpretation approaches.
• Generates and implements innovative ideas/methods/technologies to support the delivery of formulations of biologicals meeting the pre-defined design requirements.
• Engages proactively in collaborations/networking with key internal support functions (inside and outside respective organization) to deliver efficiently the allocated projects in a timely manner.
• Interprets and effectively communicates complex scientific findings, challenges and recommendations in one-to-one discussions, departmental and cross-functional meetings.
• Provides technical expertise to influence key project decisions and directions and is a proactive ambassador within and outside own organization.

As a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to counter the threats and ensure enough safe, nutritious, affordable food for all – while minimizing the use of land and other agricultural inputs.

Syngenta Crop Protection keeps plants safe from planting to harvesting.  From the moment a seed is planted through to harvest, crops need to be protected from weeds, insects, and diseases as well as droughts and floods, heat, and cold.

Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland.

• Degree (Masters or higher) in the field of applied sciences, preferably in biotechnology or related area with experience in microbiology and with experience in the agrochemical industry environment (preferably at least 2 years)

• Demonstrated language skills in English (at least B2) and German (at least B2) or a strong commitment to develop these.

We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits including: 

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment  
• We offer an attractive position where you could rapidly evolve and get more responsibilities
• A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome 
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellence 
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options 
• You will profit from a competitive pension fund plan, annual bonusses, onsite doctor, canteen, and other benefits (Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance…)

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.