Scientific Specialist (m/w/d)

• Overseeing and driving technology developments
• Leading the implementation of crop untargeted transcriptomic approaches including ML models for diagnostic and prediction and bioinformatics 
• Establishing ad-hoc molecular assays to accelerate innovation and delivery
• Being accountable for scientific experimental program(s) 
• Carrying out routine and complex experiments fully independent (including experimental design, method development and data analysis) 
• Solving difficult experimental problems  
• Being an expert in plant physiology and molecular biology; potentially participating in or leading expert networks 

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.

• PhD in Agronomy, Biology, or related life science field, or equivalent practical experience
• Fluent English (B2-C1 level), both written and spoken
• Proven ability to work effectively in global cross-functional teams and lead internal/external projects
• Strong interdisciplinary networking and collaboration skills
• Excellent communication skills, promoting transparency and open feedback

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  
• 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, 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.

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.

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.