Systemic Toxicology Leader

We are seeking a talented leader to join our Global Science Delivery Toxicology team based in Jealotts Hill. As a scientific leader in systemic toxicology you will be accountable for the design and delivery of complex critical mammalian toxicology studies while pioneering new methodological approaches and advanced testing paradigms. You will demonstrate expert knowledge in the design delivery and interpretation of sub-chronic chronic and carcinogenicity data with comprehensive understanding of mechanistic pathways and mode of action in chemical carcinogenesis. You will drive the implementation of innovative testing strategies alternative methods and emerging technologies for both systemic toxicity and carcinogenicity assessment. This leadership role requires someone who can challenge conventional approaches integrate computational toxicology tools and develop novel study designs that enhance predictive power while potentially reducing animal usage. You will lead the evolution of our leading-edge science actively directing the development and validation of new testing frameworks and risk assessment methodologies that shape the future of toxicology research and carcinogenicity evaluation. You will partner with our strategic global CRO network to ensure data alignment with Syngenta standards and practices working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver best-in-class technical evaluation of mammalian toxicology data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of toxicologists that are responsible for the design delivery and expert interpretation of complex mammalian toxicology studies including systemic toxicity and carcinogenicity assessments while driving innovation in methodological approaches and testing paradigms.
• Collaborate with global teams to design and deliver leading-edge fit-for-purpose approaches aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Act as a recognized expert for support with regulatory challenges and the development of appropriate technical strategies.
• Proactively manage and resolve arising issues/challenges with study delivery and stakeholder management.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure toxicology data is delivered to time cost and quality and provide technical leadership both internally and externally.
• Collaborate to develop innovative techno-regulatory strategies and advocate science-led technical positions effectively to stakeholders.
• Support the training and development of others promoting Syngentas purpose values and leadership model across the Product Safety organization.

What we are looking for:

• Advanced degree in a scientific discipline relevant to toxicology with extensive postgraduate experience and a broad understanding of toxicology associated with crop protection products.
• Proven track record of effective technical or people leadership of a group of technical staff.
• Proven ability to manage complexity and ambiguity and resolve business-critical issues in a collaborative manner with internal and external stakeholders inculding contract research organsiations.
• Must understand and comply with both regional and global requirements that are placed on the team and deliver according to the appropriate defined standards and priorities.
• Must be able to contribute innovation to both problem solving and the development of emerging science in the toxicology platform

Additional Information :

Our site

Jealotts Hill International Research Centre UK is situated in pleasant semi-rural 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.
• Flexible working
• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.  
• The opportunity to develop and apply your science within the chemical industry.
• The chance to work as part of a global team to address the current and future needs of the agricultural sector.
• 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.