Job Description

ROLE PURPOSE
This role requires 5+ years of experience working in the areas of pesticide/agrochemical formulation development and able to work in the formulation lab.

The Research Scientist will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing innovative agrochemical formulations to support Syngentas crop protection portfolio. This role requires strong technical expertise in formulation chemistry, analytical methods, Hands-on instruments like Rheometer, Surface Tension, contact angle, etc. and project management to deliver high-quality formulations that meet regulatory, safety, and performance standards followed by leadership skillsets, managing various global stakeholders.

ACCOUNTABILITIES
To ensure that the jobholder works safely and healthy with due care for others, so that compliance with Syngenta s HSE Policy is achieved.
Design and develop current agrochemical formulations (ZC, CS, EW, DC, SC, WG, EC, SL, SE, OD, FS, ME)
Optimize existing formulations for improved performance, stability, and cost-effectiveness




Conduct physicochemical characterization of formulations utilize respective instrument like Rheometer, ST, CA, etc. for detailed analysis for further formulation developmental work.
Evaluate and select appropriate surfactants, dispersants, solvents, and co-formulants
Perform compatibility and stability studies under various storage conditions
Scale-up formulations from lab to pilot and commercial scale
To invest in personal and professional development and growth, undertaking, where appropriate, training and development activities and ensuring familiarity with new research and literature.
Ensure that Laboratories resources and Equipment s used are well maintained, protected, and documented as per the function requirements.
Responsible for maintaining complete confidentiality of all Syngenta intellectual property.
To carry out the timely preparation of formulations at all scales to provide samples for testing within Formulation Deve

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