CP - Chemist IV, Greensboro, NC

Have you thought about how to feed the fast growing world population? We have. 

And we are looking for top talent to join our team!

Syngenta is a world-leading agribusiness committed to sustainable agriculture through innovative research and technology.  The company is a leader in crop protection, and ranks third in the high-value commercial seeds market.  Sales in 2007 were approximately $9.2 billion.  Syngenta employs over 21,000 people in more than 90 countries.  Syngenta is listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SYNN) and in New York (SYT). 

CP – Chemist IV – Sr Chemist – Greensboro, NC

Role Purpose – 

This position is responsible for designing and developing new products for Crop Protection that meet the needs of both internal and external customers.

Accountabilities – 

Organize and conduct experiments to optimize marketing, regulatory and production performance of Syngenta products. • Take an active part in scale-up and plant introduction of newly developed products. • Develop new design & testing methods to ensure customer satisfaction with Syngenta products under all condition in the marketplace. • Develop product stewardship for selected existing products, address any quality issues, benchmark competitors to strive for innovative solutions for competitive advantage, and submit patents if needed. • Organize, schedule and execute projects in accordance with departmental priorities as well as assist in training and supervision of technicians, co-op students and contract employees.

Knowledge, experience & capabilities –

Critical knowledge:

Position requires a college degree with 2-5 years business experience preferably in Supply Chain Operations, Customer Service, Logistics or a International business field. • Proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese, German, or Chinese would be a plus. • Candidate should have a working knowledge of export control regulations and IMDG, IATA, and DOT hazmat regulations. • Preferred that candidate have US Customs broker license.

Critical experience:

Strong background in chemistry • Practical experience in the formulation development of agrochemical products is desirable.

Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities:

Problem solving, project management, attention to detail, innovative, flexibility, adaptable to change, effective interpersonal communication, decision-making, teamwork, customer focus and planning and organizing

Syngenta offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including market-based pay, health/dental insurance, a generous 401(k) program, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and relocation assistance.

Qualified candidates should apply today! Please submit your application online at www.syngentacareers.com. EOE