Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.

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.

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, we are seeking a Senior Formulation Development Chemist to join our Formulation Development Department within the Product Technology and Engineering Group. Key responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a lead formulation scientist within technical project(s) to bring formulated products to market.
• Independently defining formulation workplans, delivering and validating own technical data.
• Engaging independently with technical and non-technical functions across the organization.
• Actively identifying and exploring opportunities to generate broad IP in own projects.
• Providing technical support of formulated products in the market.
• Training colleagues with the ability to effectively supervise less experienced members of staff when required.
• Developing broad technical knowledge of experimental techniques and staying up to date on developments in the field.

What we are looking for

• First degree in Chemistry or closely related scientific discipline with PhD in Chemistry or related scientific discipline, or relevant industrial experience within the chemical industry, preferably in a formulation-based role.
• Basic knowledge of project management.
• Hands-on experience of working in laboratory with proven track record of working safely, independently and efficiently.
• Basic knowledge of data science with skills to support experiment design and data analysis.
• Experience in developing formulations for commercial application with an understanding of the compromises needed during product development is desired.

Due to high interest in this position, we will only consider applications that include: (1) a CV, and (2) a cover letter explaining your motivation and suitability for the role.

Our site

Jealott'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 offer

• 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.
• A position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment. 
• The opportunity to develop and apply your science within the chemical industry.
• A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion, promotes professional development, and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.
• Learning culture and wide range of training options.

Syngenta has been ranked as a top 5 employer and number 1 in agriculture by Science Magazine for the 8th consecutive 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, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Learn more about our D&I initiatives here: https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion

Jealott’s Hill has Disability Confident certification.

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates and our Jealott’s Hill site are a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we can to support you.