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SYSyngenta Group

Global Head of Research Chemistry(m/w/x)

Stein (AR)
Full-timeOn-siteSenior

Leading chemical discovery and optimization for new active ingredients at a global crop protection company. PhD with 10+ years in research leadership required. Shaping safety legislation and culture, international environment.

Requirements

  • PhD with post-doc in Chemistry
  • Deep knowledge of modern chemistry
  • Knowledge across stage plans (discovery and optimization research)
  • Knowledge of synthesis, design, and chemical technologies
  • 10+ years in research leadership roles
  • Leadership experience preferably in agriculture or life sciences
  • Proven track record of leading major projects
  • Proven track record of delivering major projects
  • Proven track record of leading complex projects
  • Proven track record of delivering complex projects
  • Experience leading large global teams
  • Experience leading teams across multiple geographies
  • Ability to develop high-performing teams
  • Role model in science and leadership
  • Experience leading digital transformation in Research
  • Experience leading data-enabled innovation
  • Understanding of external innovation ecosystems
  • Understanding of emerging technologies
  • Exposure to multiple CP Product Lines
  • Exposure to multiple portfolios
  • Experience working in a matrix organization
  • Strategic thinking ability
  • Ability to define global Research Chemistry strategy
  • Ability to execute global Research Chemistry strategy
  • Translating scientific priorities into clear direction
  • Translating business priorities into clear direction
  • Translating scientific priorities into clear focus
  • Translating business priorities into clear focus
  • Translating scientific priorities into clear impact
  • Translating business priorities into clear impact
  • Proven track record of strong-results orientation
  • Proven track record of customer-centric innovation
  • Role modeled learn and grow behavior
  • Fostering strong learning culture across teams
  • Ability to lead through ambiguity
  • Ability to lead through change
  • Ability to lead through complexity
  • Balancing speed, quality, and cost
  • Building trust in a demanding environment
  • Building momentum in a demanding environment

Tasks

  • Deliver chemical activities for new active ingredient discovery and optimization
  • Set and execute a clear strategy for scientific and business priorities
  • Lead and inspire a global team of 300+ colleagues across multiple locations
  • Drive digital transformation with data, AI, predictive science, and automation
  • Foster a culture of innovation and scientific excellence
  • Role-model and embed core leadership behaviors
  • Build strong cross-functional partnerships across R&D
  • Ensure pipeline delivery for research chemistry
  • Champion a world-class HSE culture
  • Set high standards for functional excellence
  • Translate R&D objectives into actionable chemistry strategies
  • Foster a creative environment that promotes curiosity and collaboration
  • Accelerate innovation through AI and generative chemistry
  • Manage resources and budget effectively
  • Ensure seamless delivery of chemical research goals
  • Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders
  • Maintain strategic partnerships with academic and industrial research organizations

Work Experience

  • 10 years

Education

  • Doctoral / PhD

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • Chemistry
  • synthesis
  • design
  • chemical technologies
  • digital transformation
  • data-enabled innovation

Benefits

Purpose-Driven Work

  • Valuable and impactful work

Informal Culture

  • Stimulating international environment
  • Open culture
  • Diverse workforce

Job Security

  • Process safety contribution
  • Shaping safety legislation and culture

Other Benefits

  • New ideas welcome
  • Scientific and technical excellence

Learning & Development

  • Learn from qualified employees
  • Learning culture
  • Wide range of training options

Retirement Plans

  • Competitive pension fund plan

Flexible Working

  • Flexible working

Bonuses & Incentives

  • Attractive bonus system

Healthcare & Fitness

  • Onsite doctor
  • Fitness room

Free or Subsidized Food

  • Canteen

Family Support

  • Family friendly initiatives
  • Child and Family allowance
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