Scientist Process Research Chemistry

Overview

At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success. To support this mission, Syngenta's Hiring Team is seeking an Onsite Scientist Process Research Chemistry in Stein, Switzerland.

We're seeking a talented scientist to join our Process Research Chemistry Team within Crop Protection Research in Stein. In this hands‑on laboratory role, you will design and execute practical process chemistry work—developing scalable, safe, and cost‑effective synthetic routes for crop protection candidates. Whether you're a highly skilled Laborant with deep applied chemistry expertise or hold a master's degree in organic chemistry, we value resourceful scientists who combine strong bench skills with a process‑oriented mindset.

• Independently plan and execute route scouting and process optimization studies using a broad range of synthetic and analytical techniques.
• Characterize reaction profiles, outcomes, and document process understanding to support scale‑up decisions.
• Take ownership of your work, proactively solving synthetic problems and applying new methods or technologies to improve processes.
• Ensure highest standards of laboratory safety and HSE compliance.
• Maintain high standards of laboratory productivity, data quality, and electronic laboratory notebook documentation.
• Report regularly on process chemistry findings in oral and written form.

• MSc in Chemistry, or vocational chemistry training (Laborant) with demonstrated applied synthesis experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in multi‑step synthesis, reaction optimisation, and standard purification/characterisation techniques (HPLC, NMR, crystallisation, flash chromatography).
• Solid understanding of organic reaction mechanisms and functional group transformations.
• Results‑oriented mindset with strong practical skills and attention to detail in the laboratory.
• Good planning skills and ability to deliver under time pressure.
• Self‑motivated with initiative to continuously develop technical expertise.
• Collaborative spirit and clear communication skills.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.

• Opportunity to contribute to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
• Opportunity to make a difference to process safety, both within Syngenta's global operations and in shaping safety legislation and culture worldwide.
• A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome.
• 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.
• Competitive pension fund plan, flexible working, attractive bonus system, onsite doctor, fitness room, canteen, and other benefits (Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance).

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.