Role Purpose:

This position focuses on fungicide research and disease control through micro profiling screening. The role combines hands-on laboratory work with scientific analysis, emphasizing the development and execution of screening methods for both routine and specialized testing. The scientist will contribute to patent development while working collaboratively across teams with a strong digital approach.

Accountabilities:

Planning and executing scientific experiments independently while managing schedulesSupporting experimental programs in consultation with management and scientific expertsDocumenting experiments, interpreting data, and proposing follow-up actionsMaintaining comprehensive lab journals for test reproducibilityManaging laboratory equipment, instruments, and facilitiesDeveloping and improving methods, SOPs, and risk assessmentsImplementing digital solutions and process improvementsParticipating in cross-functional projects and establishing networksProviding technical training and guidance to team membersCommunicating results through reports and presentationsContributing to operational efficiency improvements through cross-functional collaborationEnsuring HSE and biosafety compliance with Syngenta standards
Company Description

As a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to counter these threats and ensure enough safe, nutritious, affordable food for all – while minimizing the use of land and other agricultural inputs. Syngenta Crop Protection keeps plants safe from planting to harvesting. From the moment a seed is planted through to harvest, crops need to be protected from weeds, insects and diseases as well as droughts and floods, heat and cold. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland.

Health Promotion Switzerland recognizes Syngenta's commitment to the health and well-being of its employees and awards the "Friendly Work Space" label to all its Swiss sites. At Syngenta, employee health and well-being are key to the company.

Qualifications
Apprenticeship, BMS, or BSc in Agrobiology or related technical fieldFluency in English and GermanPreferably 2-3 years laboratory experienceExperience in crop protection experimentationDigital literacy and technical competenceStrong commitment to continuous learning and developmentExcellent knowledge sharing and collaboration skillsAbility to work effectively across different functionsAdaptable to changeTeam-oriented mindset
Additional Information

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 environmentA superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcomeThe opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellenceLearning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training optionsYou will profit from a competitive pension fund plan, attractive bonus system, onsite doctor, fitness room, canteen, and other benefits (Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance…)

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

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.