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Job Title: Senior Scientist, Synthesis Research Chemistry – Global Agrochemical Company
Contract: 12 months (potential to be extended/perm)
Salary: £20.50 per hour
We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative Synthetic Organic Chemist, eager to further grow their career within a cutting-edge research environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in multi-disciplinary projects alongside world- class scientists in the field of Agrochemistry, towards the creation of next generation weed control products.
Previous experience in the field of Agrochemistry is not essential - we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of academic and industrial backgrounds, and a comprehensive training package will be provided.
Job Responsibilities:
* Independent and collaborative design of safe, sustainable and effective synthetic routes to target molecules, drawing on knowledge, experience and digital tools
* Execution of synthesis to the highest standards, partnering with support platforms (e.g. automation, purification and analysis) to maximise efficiency and address critical challenges
* Development of creative solutions to complex synthetic challenges within own areas of work and beyond.
* Specialisms within synthesis: Expertise in specific synthetic methodologies or technologies such as process chemistry and scale up, natural product synthesis, high- throughput experimentation, flow chemistry, photochemistry, electrochemistry, and specialised purification techniques
* Digital tools for synthesis: Opportunities to play a role in the development and implementation of new digital technologies (e.g. computer-aided synthesis planning, automated data workflows) and support adoption within the Syngenta Chemistry community
* Ph.D. in organic chemistry (or a related discipline) or equivalent experience in industry
* Excellent chemical knowledge and understanding, particularly in synthetic organic chemistry
* Highly skilled practical chemist with exemplary safety standards
* Able to work well in a collaborative environment to achieve project goals
* Effective communication skills. Able to summarise and present scientific results and ideas to colleagues in a compelling and engaging manner
* Able to deliver with autonomy. Independent planning, organisation and prioritisation of own time to achieve a high level of productivity
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Science
* Industries
Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing
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