Job Description
The Formulation Department plays a pivotal role in transforming Syngenta's innovative active ingredients into Crop Protection products that support sustainable agriculture. This includes the development and optimization of novel formulations from lab to production scale, as well as product support throughout their entire lifecycle.
This position combines laboratory work and office-based activities (50/50) supporting various projects. As a Formulation Scientist, you will be responsible for planning and conducting experimental programs to support a portfolio of projects, working largely independently with the support of your team leader.
* Partnering with colleagues from other functions as part of multi-disciplinary project teams (Chemistry, Biology, Analytical Science, Regulatory)
* Reporting, recording, and presenting data to technical and business teams, influencing key projects' decisions and directions
* Planning, designing, and executing experimental studies needed for the development of formulations based on new and/or existing active ingredients
* Owning and maintaining part of the Team portfolio of formulations as Formulation Product Champion (Specifications, quality...)
* Applying scientific theories, principles & techniques to solve technical problems encountered during development activities
* Generating & implementing innovative ideas/methods/technologies to support the delivery of formulations meeting pre-defined design requirements
* Providing technical support to manufacturing sites and customer-facing business units to support P&S initiatives and being a proactive FD ambassador within and outside PT&E Function
* Managing and prioritizing several technical projects simultaneously
* Delivering outcomes/outputs according to agreed timelines by implementing new working practices or tools
Required Skills and Qualifications
* PhD (Postdoc experience beneficial) or Master's degree (with relevant work experience) in a field of applied life sciences (agrochemistry, pharmaceutical, food, paint, cosmetics sciences etc., physical chemistry, chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology) or chemical/process engineering
* Demonstrated language skills in English (at least C1) and German (at least B2)
* Knowledge of several formulation types and technologies as well as experience with scale-up and manufacturing requirements is beneficial
* Fundamental understanding of physical chemistry and colloid science and a scientific approach to generate & implement innovative ideas/methods/technologies to support the delivery of formulations meeting the requirements
* Good organization skills, scientific curiosity, and an ability to solve technical problems are all critical to the role
* Ability to establish a personal network across functions, support implementation of new working practices or tools by showing their value to others
* Team player: Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal skills, team-oriented, dependable with an ability to give and follow detailed verbal and written instruction
* Able to work in a fast-paced environment: self-motivated, able to manage several projects with a large variety of tasks, meeting timelines efficiently
* Empowered decision making: ability to take ownership and drive decision making down to the lowest appropriate level
* Enterprise mindset: considers the impact of their efforts on the entire organization rather than on single team or function
* Informed risk taking: Takes calculated, informed risks by leveraging a 'minimum viable product' approach and challenging any work that does not add value
Benefits
We offer a stimulating and international work environment, a superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce, and the opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees.
We also provide a competitive pension fund plan, attractive bonus system, onsite doctor, fitness room, canteen, and other benefits.
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.