Metabolism Chemist
Metabolism Chemist
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Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Metabolism Chemist to join our Analytical Methods & Metabolism (AMM) team and take on the challenge of elucidating the metabolism of active ingredients in the agrochemical sector. Within the role youll apply chemistry / biochemistry expertise to study molecular breakdown in simulated environmental conditions supporting sustainable crop protection products registration while providing crucial scientific data to ensure product safety of our active ingredients. Recent example includes TYMIRIUM technology registration which protects crops against soilborne pests. Key responsibilities will include:
- Independently design and carry out experiments to elucidate metabolism and environmental fate processes.
- Provide innovative experimental solutions to technical challenges as they arise.
- Lead and/or participate in metabolism data reviews for active ingredient teams presenting insights gained from your practical work.
- Independently provide expert technical assistance to external suppliers to facilitate technical knowledge transfer.
- Manage laboratory aspects including instruments and software while pursuing personal development and training opportunities.
Qualifications :
What we are looking for
- Degree in chemistry/biochemistry/biologybased discipline or equivalent work experience.
- Practical laboratory skills in chemical (synthetic analytical) or biological (environmental microbiological) settings.
- Experience of chromatographic and analytical techniques such as high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
- The desire and aspiration to grow and develop in a laboratory based analytical and problemsolving role.
- Collaborative critical thinker with strong communication skills.
Additional Information :
Our site
Jealotts Hill International Research Centre UK is situated in pleasant semirural surroundings between Bracknell and Maidenhead and is the place of work for approximately 800 Syngenta scientists and support staff. Jealotts 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.
- Campus environment.
- A position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
- The chance to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees.
- Learning culture and wide range of training options.
Syngenta has been ranked as a top 5 employer and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.
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: Hill has Disability Confident certification.
We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates and our Jealotts 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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
