Formulation Technician Trainee
Job Summary
Syngenta Biologicals is a leading company in the agricultural sector dedicated to developing innovative and sustainable solutions for modern agriculture. Our mission is to help farmers grow more efficiently and sustainably contributing to global food security.
The Position: We are seeking a motivated Formulation Technician Trainee to support our formulation development team in the preparation testing and analysis of agrochemical formulations. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals to gain hands-on experience in formulation science within the agricultural industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare formulation samples according to established protocols and specifications.
- Conduct routine laboratory tests including physical and chemical stability assessments.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment (mixers mills pH meters viscometers etc.).
- Accurately record experimental data in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems.
- Assist in analytical testing of formulation samples.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness safety standards and chemical inventory.
- Support senior scientists in formulation optimization projects.
- Follow Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and safety protocols.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering Biology Biotechnologies or a related scientific field.
- Experience: 0-2 years of laboratory experience (internships acceptable) with a preference for previous experience in formulation chemical manufacturing or analytical laboratories.
- Technical Skills: Basic understanding of chemistry principles and laboratory techniques including familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and chemical handling.
- Industry Knowledge (Preferred): Knowledge of agrochemical products or the agricultural industry.
- General Skills: Strong attention to detail organizational skills ability to follow written and verbal instructions precisely and basic computer skills (Microsoft Office data entry).
Competencies:
- Safety-conscious mindset
- Team collaboration
- Willingness to learn
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
What We Offer: A unique opportunity to launch your career in a stimulating and supportive environment gaining valuable hands-on experience in cutting-edge formulation science within a global leader in agriculture.
Apply Now! If you are a motivated individual eager to start your career in formulation science and contribute to sustainable agriculture we invite you to apply.
Additional Information :
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
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Intern
About Company
To help feed 10 billion people while reducing emissions and improve biodiversity. This is our mission as the global agriculture technology leader. With 59,000 employees in more than 100 countries and hundreds of thousands of agricultural partners worldwide, we are committed to transfo ... View more