Senior Scientist & Team Leader, Genome Engineering

Syngenta Seeds; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401k with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Education assistance

Job summary

Syngenta Seeds Field Crops in the United States seeks a Senior Scientist to lead a team advancing genome engineering and transgenic event development for major field crops, applying state-of-the-art technologies to strengthen biotech trait research and accelerate product progress. The role requires a Ph.D.

with 6+ years, a proven record of publication or patents, and strong leadership and collaboration with internal and external partners to deliver high-quality results in a dynamic regulatory

Qualifications

• Ph.D. with 6+ years hands-on experience in plant molecular biology and genetic engineering.
• Experience leading a research team and collaborating with partners.
• Proven record of publications or patents.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of scientists in transgenic event generation and crop genetic engineering.
• Develop new methods and protocols, integrating new technologies.
• Deliver results in fast-changing regulatory environments.
• Drive efficiency and accelerate biotech trait development.

Skills

Molecular biology

Genetic engineering

Team leadership

Genomics

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in plant molecular biology or related biotechnology

Tools

Genomics tools

DNA manipulation software

Job description

Syngenta Seeds Field Crops in the United States seeks a Senior Scientist to lead a team advancing genome engineering and transgenic event development for major field crops, applying state-of-the-art technologies to strengthen biotech trait research and accelerate product progress. The role requires a Ph.D.

with 6+ years, a proven record of publication or patents, and strong leadership and collaboration with internal and external partners to deliver high-quality results in a dynamic regulatory