Graduate Formulation Scientist

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.

Job Description

Are you ready to shape the future of agricultural innovation? Join Syngenta's dynamic Product Technology & Engineering department and contribute to developing groundbreaking formulation technologies and products that help feed a growing world.

As a Formulation Scientist, you'll provide critical support across our Crop Protection R&D and Production & Supply projects, leveraging diverse practical techniques to develop and commercialize innovative products. You'll:

• Drive formulation design for new agricultural products
• Provide scientific insights and data-driven recommendations
• Contribute to our culture of scientific excellence

Key Accountabilities

• Design and execute formulation workplans with guidance from experienced colleagues
• Deliver and validate experimental data independently
• Collaborate across functions to achieve project objectives
• Support patent filings through technical data generation
• Share technical expertise with peers
• Maintain safety standards while conducting laboratory work
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• MSc/BSc in Chemistry or equivalent experience in formulation
• Strong practical laboratory skills
• Curious and enthusiastic approach to science
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Scientific problem-solving mindset
• Meticulous data recording and interpretation skills

Desirable:

• Experience in formulation design and testing
• Scripting or coding capabilities

Additional Information

Application & Recruitment Process

Due to exceptionally high interest in this position, we will only consider applications that include a covering letter explaining your motivation for the role and outlining your suitability. Successful candidates will progress through:

• Upload your CV and write your cover letter in the “Message to the Hiring Team” section on the application page
• Initial screening call with our Talent Partner
• 30-minute video interview with the hiring team
• Half-day assessment centre onsite

Our Site

Jealott's Hill International Research Centre UK is situated in pleasant semi-rural surroundings between Bracknell and Maidenhead and is the place of work for approximately 800 Syngenta scientists and support staff. Jealott’s Hill is one of the main global research and development sites and key activities include research into discovery of new active ingredients, new formulation technologies, product safety and technical support of our product range.

What We Offer

• Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday plus 8 UK bank holidays.
• A position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
• The chance to work as part of a global 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 with a wide range of training options.

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. Jealott’s Hill has Disability Confident certification. We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates and our Jealott’s 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.

Closing Date for applications is 6th August 2025.