Syngenta 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 28,000 people in over 90 countries are working to transform how crops are grown.   We are committed to rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities.

About this Job:

To provide analytical data and methodology in support of:

• Development and registration of formulations, active ingredients and packaging materials.
• Production and supply operations.
• Customer sales and marketing.

The candidate may also have responsibility for method development and validation, GLP test and reference material characterization, conduct of GLP product chemistry studies, manufacturing and Pilot Plant support.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support formulation, active ingredient and packaging development by providing timely and innovative analytical solutions.
• Conduct product chemistry studies that meet worldwide regulatory requirements, to enable product registration.
• Provide analytical support to the supply chain through reliable data, efficient analytical methods and effective problem solving.
• Characterize analytical reference standards and GLP test materials to meet development and production requirements.
• Support our registrations by providing priority analysis, methodology and expertise to regulatory authorities around the world.

Education & Experience:

• PhD required with at least 2 years of experience
• Strong background in analytical chemistry with hands-on instrumental experience. In particular, chromatographic separation techniques
• Familiarity with the chemistry and analytical technologies required for the development of new active ingredients and formulated pesticide products

Additional Knowledge, Skills, Traits & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the chemistry and analytical techniques required for the development of new pesticide active ingredients and formulated products is desired
• Proven track record of innovative application of new or existing technologies, to solve analytical challenges
• Knowledge of analytical technologies associated with the characterization of biological pesticide products is desirable
• Strong leadership, project management and problem solving skills
• Good attention to detail and adaptability to change
• Able to work effectively in a diverse cultural, cross-functional team environment, which includes scientists and non-scientists
• Effective oral and written communication skills

What We Offer:

• Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do
• 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution
• Paid Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others
• A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity and offers numerous family oriented events throughout the year

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, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.