Process Analytical Technology Lead (f/m/d)

Syngenta; Aargau; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pension plan

Onsite doctor

Fitness room

Canteen

Family-friendly initiatives

Zusammenfassung

Syngenta Crop Protection seeks a PAT Lead to drive implementation of analytical techniques across our manufacturing chain, focusing on AI-driven PAT applications from lab to pilot scale and into production. You will partner with Swiss sites and global teams to strengthen capabilities and optimize processes.

The role requires a chemistry/engineering/analytical science background with 3–5 years in PAT or related fields, and strong project management and communication skills.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor-level degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Analytical Science, or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in PAT or closely related field.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing environments and QC processes.
• Fluency in English; German is an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Lead local PAT activities and coordinate the local PAT team.
• Define, develop, and continuously improve local PAT capabilities.
• Identify opportunities to apply PAT techniques across manufacturing processes.
• Act as the contact with Swiss manufacturing sites and align with global PAT strategy.
• Shape the future direction of PAT and influence stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Collaborate with site teams to strengthen PAT capabilities across Syngenta.

Kenntnisse

Project management

Stakeholder influence

Analytical thinking

English language

Ausbildung

Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Analytical Science degree

Tools

PAT techniques

Jobbeschreibung

Company Description

At 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.

Company Description

At 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 environment
• A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellence
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options
• You 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.