Principal Scientist - Fermentation

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Scientist – Fermentation – Global Agrochemical Company

Contract: 12 months

Location: Bracknell, Jealott’s Hill

Salary: £32.85 per hour

SRG are working with a global Agrochemical company that are seeking a Principal Scientist - Fermentation to join their busy team. They are looking for an experienced candidate with at least 6 years industrial experience.

Biological based technologies are expected to deliver a significant contribution to the future of agriculture alongside conventional technologies. Microbials and biomolecules will play a pivotal role in the development of these novel biological products for growers. Our team, which is made up of talented scientists from both industry and academia requires a new position within our Microbial Bioprocessing team. The role will focus on the development and application of modern fermentation processes for the production of next crop protection products.

Job Responsibilities:

• Have extensive technical knowledge of microbial fermentation technology
• Develop robust, innovative microbial fermentation processes
• Be accountable for scientific leadership and troubleshooting of technical plans and operations within the team
• Provide expert knowledge and mentor other scientists
• Have a keen and enquiring mindset, with ability to problem solve and work collaboratively to implement solutions
• Set standards for quality of scientific reporting and data management
• Prepare technical reports, present findings within project teams and be an active communicator within the wider Syngenta scientific community

Essential Requirements:

• BSc/MSc or PhD plus at least 6 years practical experience in fermentation science
• Experience in fermentation development and scale-up of microbial processes
• Experience working in cross functional projects is desirable
• Track record in leading other fermentation scientists an advantage