Head of Data, AI and Analytics – R&D
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2 hours ago
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Job Summary
At Syngenta we harness data and AI to transform crop protection discovery and development. Were seeking a Head of Data AI & Analytics to lead our data AI and analytics strategy across Crop Protection Research & Development shaping the technology that accelerates agricultural innovation globally.
Accountabilities:
- Lead and develop multiple data and AI teams evolving CP R&Ds digital science capabilities and blurring the boundary between science and technology
- Drive data and AI investment priorities aligned with strategic must-wins ensuring maximum business impact
- Ensure reliable high-quality digital capabilities underpinned by scalable architecture aligned with enterprise standards
- Engage with external academic and industrial partners to explore and shape emerging technology collaborations
- Act as ambassador for Syngentas data and AI efforts internally and externally
Qualifications :
Required Qualifications:
- Proven track record building and leading high-performing data AI or analytics teams in complex global organisations
- Demonstrated ability to develop technology strategy aligned to business priorities and drive enterprise-wide adoption
- Extensive senior stakeholder management experience across multiple functions and geographies
- Confident decision-making in ambiguous fast-moving technology environments
- Genuine passion for sustainable agriculture and science-based innovation
- Ideally a post-graduate degree in a digital science or related field
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in R&D or scientific computing environments
- Background in ethical AI governance frameworks
- Track record of academic or industrial technology partnerships
Additional Information :
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
- A culture that celebrates diversity & inclusion promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members.
- Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme bonus scheme private medical & life insurance.
- Up to 31.5 days annual holiday plus 8 UK bank holidays.
- 36-hour working week.
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 :
Full-time
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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
