Scientist Process Research Chemistry

At Syngenta our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers success. To support this mission Syngentas Hiring Team is seeking an Onsite Scientist Process Research Chemistry in Stein Switzerland. 

Were seeking a talented scientist to join our Process Research Chemistry Team within Crop Protection Research in this hands-on laboratory role you will design and execute practical process chemistry work developing scalable safe and cost-effective synthetic routes for crop protection candidates. Whether youre a highly skilled Laborant with deep applied chemistry expertise or hold a masters degree in organic chemistry we value resourceful scientists who combine strong bench skills with a process-oriented mindset.

Accountabilities:

• Independently plan and execute route scouting and process optimization studies using a broad range of synthetic and analytical techniques.
• Characterize reaction profiles outcomes and document process understanding to support scale-up decisions.
• Take ownership of your work proactively solving synthetic problems and applying new methods or technologies to improve processes.
• Ensure highest standards of laboratory safety and HSE compliance.
• Maintain high standards of laboratory productivity data quality and electronic laboratory notebook documentation.
• Report regularly on process chemistry findings in oral and written form.

Qualifications :

• MSc in Chemistry or vocational chemistry training (Laborant) with demonstrated applied synthesis experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in multi-step synthesis reaction optimisation and standard purification/characterisation techniques (HPLC NMR crystallization flash chromatography).
• Solid understanding of organic reaction mechanisms and functional group transformations.
• Results-oriented mindset with strong practical skills and attention to detail in the laboratory.
• Good planning skills and ability to deliver under time pressure.
• Self-motivated with initiative to continuously develop technical expertise.
• Collaborative spirit and clear communication skills.
• Fluency in English written and spoken.

Additional Information :

What We Offer

We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits including:

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment
• The opportunity to make a difference to process safety both within Syngentas global operations and in shaping safety legislation and culture worldwide
• A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellence
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options
• You will profit from a competitive pension fund plan flexible working attractive bonus system onsite doctor fitness room canteen and other benefits (Family friendly initiatives Child and Family allowance)

Please send your complete application with CV diploma and work certificates (if applicable).

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