Process Analytical Technology Lead

Syngenta Crop Protection AG; Münchwilen; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Onsite doctor

Fitness room

Canteen

Job summary

Syngenta Crop Protection AG is seeking a Process Analytical Technology Lead to drive implementation of PAT techniques for process analysis and control, focusing on new AI pipelines from lab to pilot scale and manufacturing. The role collaborates with manufacturing sites and strengthens global PAT capabilities.

The candidate will bring 3–5 years in PAT or related fields, with strong project management, and a broad knowledge of analytical methods in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Academic qualification in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Analytical Science, or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of professional PAT experience or closely related field.
• Broad PAT overview with ongoing learning across related areas.
• Understanding of manufacturing environments, analytical techniques and QC.
• Applied knowledge across scientific disciplines relevant to PAT.
• Strong project-management skills to plan, prioritise and deliver.
• Builds partnerships and influences stakeholders at different levels.
• Fluency in English; German is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead local PAT activities and coordinate the local PAT team.
• Define and continuously improve local PAT capabilities.
• Identify opportunities to apply PAT across manufacturing processes.
• Engage with Swiss manufacturing sites as main contact.
• Shape future PAT direction and contribute to global strategy.
• Connect with stakeholders within department, site and wider functions.

Skills

Project management

PAT techniques

Education

Higher professional education and training

Job description

Process Analytical Technology Lead

Syngenta Crop Protection AG Vacant since : 07.10.2026 Number of jobs : 1 4333 Münchwilen AG (AG) 100% Immediately Permanent

Company DescriptionAt Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest.

Syngenta has been ranked as atop employerby Science Magazine and it has been awarded with the "Friendly Work Space" label to all its Swiss sites.

Job Description

Purpose of the role

The Process Analytical Technology (PAT) Lead drives the implementation of alternative analytical techniques for process analysis and control The main focus is on developing PAT applications along our new AI pipeline from lab to pilot scale and their introduction into first manufacturing. This includes close collaboration with our manufacturing sites. The activities can extend into formulation manufacturing. Beyond the local accountabilities strong involvement in building and strengthening our global PAT capabilities across Syngenta are foreseen

Key Accountabilities

• Leading local PAT activities and coordinating the local PAT team.
• Defining, developing and continuously improving local PAT capabilities.
• Proactively identifying opportunities to apply PAT techniques across manufacturing processes.
• Active engagement and point of contact with our Swiss manufacturing sites.
• Shaping the future direction of PAT and contribute to the global PAT strategy.
• Connecting with and influencing stakeholders within the department, at site level and across wider functions.

Qualifications

• Holding an academic qualification in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Analytical Science, or a related discipline, with a strong focus on PAT-relevant techniques and concepts.
• Bringing 3-5 years of professional experience in Process Analytical Technology (PAT) or a closely related field.
• Maintaining a broad overview of PAT-related topics while actively acquiring and continuously updating knowledge across all relevant areas.
• Demonstrating a sound understanding of manufacturing environments, analytical techniques and Quality Control (QC).
• Applying proficient knowledge across the scientific disciplines relevant to PAT.
• Using strong project-management skills to plan, prioritise and deliver activities effectively.
• Building productive partnerships and influencing stakeholders at different organisational levels.
• Bringing an innovative mindset and actively seeking opportunities to improve processes and ways of working.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken German is an advantage.

Additional Information

We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits including:

We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environmentA superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcomeThe opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellenceLearning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training optionsYou will benefit from a competitive pension fund plan, flexible working arrangements, an attractive bonus system, an onsite doctor, a fitness room, a canteen, and other benefits such as family-friendly initiatives and child and family allowances.

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.

Location & Employment

• Work location 4333 Münchwilen AG (AG)
• Workload 100%
• Employment start Immediately
• Employment duration Permanent

Qualifications Details

• Qualification skilled
• Work experience More than 3 years
• Education Higher professional education and training, diploma or equivalent

Language Skills

• English Orally : Very good knowledge Written : Very good knowledge

Application Method

• By online Online form