About Syngenta

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.

At 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 Trainee Flow Calorimetry in Muenchwilen , Switzerland. 

Role purpose:

We're seeking a Trainee in Muenchwilen to characterize flow calorimetry reactor and create models, besides support establishing SOP and best practices in flow calorimetry experiments. You will also support establishing workflow for assessment of data from flow calorimetry experiments.

Accountabilities:

• To work under the guidance and supervision of Syngenta Staff.
• To carry out activities in strict compliance with Syngenta HSE policy and general instructions.
• To provide concepts, ideas and detailed work plans for the completion of tasks and activities.
• Determine/define experimental methodologies, participate in risk assessment and to implement independently in laboratory.
• Accurately record data using Syngenta ELN or other reporting tool as required and to ensure the data is available for future users.
• To report findings, results and projects clearly and appropriately (written reports, PowerPoint presentations, verbal communications and poster sessions).
• To maintain confidentiality of Syngenta data.

• Research internship in a chemistry / chemical engineering laboratory.
• Student in process of completing a masters degree in Chemical engineering.
• Good spoken and written English is a must. Ability to communicate in German is an advantage.
• Effective planning with flexibility to respond to changing situation and uncertainty.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Knowledge in Python / oriented object programming language.
• Knowledge/Awareness of data analysis/modelling.
• Presentational / report writing skills.
• Prior experience with flow chemistry is a strength.
• Enquiring and questioning approach.
• Enthusiastic and proactive engagement with laboratory teams, engineers, chemists and data science staff.
• Rigorous and organized.

What We Offer:

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
• The opportunity to make a difference to process safety, both within Syngenta’s global operations, and in shaping safety legislation and culture worldwide
• 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, flexible working, attractive bonus system, onsite doctor, fitness room, canteen, and other benefits (Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance…)

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Magazine and it has been awarded with the "Friendly Work Space" label to all its Swiss sites.

Please send your complete application with CV, diploma and work certificates (if applicable) in English.

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.

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