Senior Formulation Chemist- Biologicals

Company Description

Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow healthy and nutritious food while taking care of the planet. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision‑making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world.

Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.

Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. Regardless of your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding an ever‑increasing population while taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.

We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive person with biotechnology expertise to join our Biologicals Formulation Development Group as a Senior Formulation Chemist in Biologicals. Are you ready to shape new products that will impact sustainable agriculture globally? Within this role you will lead the design and development of innovative formulations for biological active ingredients – from proteins to microbial systems while applying advanced experimental design methodologies to optimize formulation stability across the entire product lifecycle: formulation, storage, and field application.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading formulation projects for complex biological systems, driving biomolecule and microbial stability optimization.
• Developing novel formulation strategies and selecting co‑formulants to enhance biological performance.
• Designing and executing comprehensive stability assessments using advanced characterization techniques.
• Planning and conducting experimental work programs.
• Managing cross‑functional stakeholder relationships and external partnerships.
• Leading technical communications across teams, including delivering presentations, written reports on project progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Driving formulation optimisation through automation, digital tools and data analysis while ensuring compliance with HSE standards and regulations and maintaining high‑quality deliverables.

What we are looking for?

• PhD in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutics, or related discipline or MSc with hands‑on/leading research experience.
• Strong foundation in Chemistry or Biochemistry (minimum A‑Level or equivalent).
• Knowledge of biomolecule structure‑function relationships and degradation mechanisms (aggregation, oxidation, deamidation) and/or microbial physiology and factors influencing survival under diverse environmental conditions.
• Understanding of formulation strategies for biological systems, co‑formulant functionality (buffers, surfactants, stabilisers, protectants), biological assays (ELISA, CFU enumeration, viability testing).
• Demonstrated working experience in a laboratory environment conducting and designing experimental research.
• The use of digital tools and data applications, statistical analysis, and experimental design approaches.
• Excellent problem‑solving and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to team success through mentorship.

• Industrial research experience in formulation design and/or testing of biomolecules/microbes.
• Scripting and coding capabilities.
• Experience working with automated liquid handlers and high‑throughput systems.
• Knowledge of agricultural application technologies and field performance factors, including familiarity of regulatory requirements for biological products.

Due to exceptionally high interest in this position,
applications should include a covering letter explaining your motivation and suitability for the role
. Please upload your CV and write your cover letter in the “Message to the Hiring Team” section on the application page or attach it along with your CV in one single file.

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