Senior Technical Expert Toxicology

Role Overview

Are you looking to use your expertise in mammalian toxicology to shape the future of agricultural science? If so, we have good news. We are seeking an experienced Project Toxicologist to join our dynamic team as a Senior technical expert in EU regulatory toxicology. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the safety and regulatory compliance of our crop protection products in the European market.

You will manage human toxicology technical project inputs into multidisciplinary EU teams, interpret complex scientific data, and provide expert guidance on regulatory requirements for active substances, metabolites, and product registration processes.

• Leading toxicology project data management and strategy development for EU project teams.
• Preparing and reviewing toxicology sections of regulatory submissions for EU plant protection product registrations and renewals.
• Collaborating with risk assessment teams to communicate safety evaluations.
• Working cross‑functionally to develop integrated strategies for new product development and extending existing product registrations.
• Representing Syngenta in regulatory forums and engaging with authorities (EFSA, ECHA, etc.).
• Staying current with EU regulations, scientific developments, and emerging issues in toxicology.
• Providing technical training and contributing to best practices within the EU toxicology team.
• Participating in industry task forces and working groups as required.

• BSc, MSc, Ph.D. or equivalent in Toxicology or closely related field – ideally with extensive experience in regulatory toxicology, preferably in the agrochemical industry.
• Extensive knowledge of EU regulatory frameworks for plant protection products.
• Proven track record in managing complex toxicology projects and regulatory submissions.
• Strong scientific writing and data interpretation skills.
• Experience in risk assessment and safety evaluation of chemical substances.
• Demonstrated leadership in cross‑functional teams and experience mentoring junior scientists.
• Familiarity with current trends and emerging issues in toxicology and risk assessment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Our site – Jealotts Hill International Research Centre, UK, is situated in a pleasant semi‑rural setting between Bracknell and Maidenhead. It hosts approximately 800 Syngenta scientists and support staff and is a key global research and development site for discovery of new active ingredients, formulation technologies, product safety, and technical support of our product range.

• Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical and life insurance.
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
• The chance to work as part of a team to address the current and future needs of the agricultural sector and help feed an ever‑increasing population.
• A vibrant growth and learning culture and wide range of training options.
• We offer a position that contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
• An open supportive and collaborative working culture.

Syngenta has been ranked as a top 5 employer and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.

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. Learn more about our D&I initiatives here:
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We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates and our Jealotts Hill site is a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we can to support you.

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Full-time

Senior Technical Expert Toxicology
• Bracknell, England, UK