Genetic Toxicologist

At Syngenta we help farmers grow productively while protecting the planet. Our Product Safety team at Jealotts Hill is seeking a Genetic Toxicologist to join a world-class scientific community. This is an opportunity to apply and actively develop your expertise in a role that directly supports the invention and registration of sustainable crop protection solutions.

Accountabilities

Design manage and interpret genetic toxicology studies at contract research organisations delivering high-quality data to support active ingredient development and registration
Analyse complex datasets and present findings interpretations and recommendations to expert and non-expert stakeholders
Contribute specialist expertise across Product Safety and multi-disciplinary project teams
Support scientific advocacy and foresight on emerging regulatory and toxicological issues
Explore new approach methods (NAMs) and technical strategies to advance the science

Qualifications :

Required

Degree in life sciences biology biomedicine chemistry or a related field PhD preferred
Genuine interest in developing expertise in genetic toxicology
Strong analytical skills with experience applying complex data to decision making
Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to rapidly acquire new knowledge and work with high attention to detail

Desired

Experience or knowledge of genetic toxicology error-corrected next generation sequencing (ecNGS) or new approach methods
Track record of external scientific engagement such as publications conferences or regulatory contributions

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. 

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time