Role Purpose:This position focuses on insecticide research and insect control through Screening Operations. The role combines hands-on laboratory work with scientific analysis, emphasizing the development and execution of screening methods for both routine and specialized testing. The scientist will drive digital transformation initiatives while working collaboratively across teams.Accountabilities:
Planning and executing scientific experiments independently while managing schedules
Supporting experimental programs in consultation with management and scientific experts
Conducting routine insecticide screening with consistent high quality and throughput
Developing and optimizing screening methods and protocols for insect control applications
Implementing and advancing digital solutions, particularly image analysis for trial evaluation to replace visual assessments
Documenting experiments, interpreting data, and proposing follow-up actions
Maintaining comprehensive lab journals for test reproducibility
Managing laboratory equipment, instruments, and facilities
Developing and improving methods, SOPs, and risk assessments
Providing technical training and guidance to team members
Participating in cross-functional projects and establishing networks
Communicating results through reports and presentations
Contributing to operational efficiency improvements through cross-functional collaboration
Ensuring HSE and biosafety compliance with Syngenta standards
Company DescriptionAs a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to counter these threats and ensure enough safe, nutritious, affordable food for all - while minimizing the use of land and other agricultural inputs. Syngenta Crop Protection keeps plants safe from planting to harvesting. From the moment a seed is planted through to harvest, crops need to be protected from weeds, insects and diseases as well as droughts and floods, heat and cold. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland.Health Promotion Switzerland recognizes Syngenta's commitment to the health and well-being of its employees and awards the "Friendly Work Space" label to all its Swiss sites. At Syngenta, employee health and well-being are key to the company.Qualifications
Apprenticeship, BMS, or BSc in Agrobiology, Entomology, or related technical field
Fluency in English and German
2-3 years laboratory experience (experience in insect control/crop protection is advantageous)
Strong digital literacy with willingness to drive digitalization initiatives
Self-motivated with strong personal drive and initiative
Excellent adaptability and openness to new approaches and technologies
Strong commitment to continuous learning and knowledge acquisition
Excellent knowledge sharing and collaboration skills
Ability to work effectively across different functions
Team-oriented mindset
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and methods
Additional InformationWe 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
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, 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, motivation letter, 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.
