Principal Formulation Scientist

At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest.Job DescriptionAt Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta's Hiring Team is seeking an Onsite,Principal Formulation ScientistinJealott's Hill, UK.Accountabilities:Independently defines project plans and delivers a portfolio of projects.Influences the technical direction of other's projects

within the site's formulation community.Actively identifies and explores opportunities to generate broad IP in own projects.Supports and influences the development and implementation of science & technology strategy at site or department in areas of expertise.Develops extensive technical knowledge in a technology area, and builds Agrochemical industry knowledge to advance the capability of Global Formulation.QualificationsRequired Qualifications:First degree in Chemistry or broadly related scientific disciplineA strong colloid or physical organic chemist with a PhD or relevant industrial experience in formulation scienceFluent in English, written and verbalBasic knowledge of project managementHands-on experience of working in laboratory with proven track record of working safely, independently and efficientlyBasic knowledge of data science with skills to support experiment design and data analysisDesired Qualifications:Experience, developing new technologies and deploying them into

commercial applicationand/orExperience in developing formulations within an industrial setting, with an understanding of the compromises required when developing new productsAdditional InformationJealott'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 OfferA culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.Up to 31.5 days annual holiday plus 8 UK bank holidays.Syngenta is an
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