Job Detail

Science Specialist Insect Control Research Biology - (18008082) 

Description

 
Syngenta is a leading company in agricultural chemistry 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 help increase crop productivity, protect the environment and improve health and quality of life. We are committed to rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities. 



We are currently seeking a Science Specialist in Insect Control Research Biology at our Syngenta Research Center in Stein, Aargau (Switzerland). As a Science Specialist you will work at the forefront of innovation to deliver sustainable solutions in Crop Protection.




Role Purpose and Accountabilities:

• Biology lead in multi-disciplinary research projects in Insect Control


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  • Represent Research Biology function and address biology questions in multi-disciplinary Insect Control research projects in close interaction with colleagues from biology, chemistry, bioscience, product safety, formulation, IP
  
  
  • Develop the biological science plan leading to a biological profile
  
  
  • Ensure appropriate evaluation of compounds according to project needs in laboratory or glasshouse tests and in field trials in close collaboration with Insect Control screening teams, resistance team and field biology team
  
  
  • Establish and interpret biological profiles for project lead compounds and provide assessment on agronomic relevance in agreement with partners from Development and Business
  
  


• Support the development, enhancement, and marketing of Insect Control products


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  • Conduct studies in laboratory or glasshouse to support the development, enhancement, and marketing of Insect Control products
  
  


• Lead and coordinate a team of 1-3 research scientists or biologists in a matrix structure


• Ensure integration of technical and science based innovations into biological profiling, bring forward own innovation ideas based on entomology/biology/agronomy/biochemistry expertise


• Proactive and continued scientific analysis of literature in Crop Protection and Insect Control in particular


• Position includes mainly deskwork (>95%) and some very limited lab/greenhouse work. Limited business travel may be required.

 

Qualifications

 

• Strong research background in applied biology or agronomy (PhD or equivalent knowledge and experience)


• Profound knowledge in insect pests behavior, life cycle, and general biology


• Good knowledge in plant biology, agronomy, crop protection, biochemistry


• Knowledge and interest in chemistry highly advantageous


• Proficient English, good German language skills (at least CEF level B2)


• Experience in scientific approaches (designing, implementing, analyzing, and evaluating scientific experiments, knowledge access)


• Practical experience in laboratory environment, preferably with pests and plants, and/or pesticides


• Experience in multi-disciplinary projects and project management


• Experience with data storage, reporting, analysis, and visualization tools

What we offer:

• A job and responsibilities with purpose #bringingplantpotentialtolife #syngentaproud


• A modern place and multicultural environment which promotes scientific excellence and collaboration


• A stimulating fast changing environment #syngentadigital

Interested? Let’s innovate together the next generation of Crop Protection products and contribute to food security and sustainability in agriculture. Just follow the link and apply online.  

Primary Location

: CHE-Stein-Stein AG 

Job

: Biological Sciences