Reproductive and Endocrine Toxicology Study Manager

Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.

Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.

Are you looking to use your expertise in mammalian toxicology to shape the future of agricultural science? We are seeking a talented individual to join our Global Science Delivery Toxicology team as a Toxicology Study Manager to drive the design and execution of mammalian toxicology studies and contribute to the advancement of our science capabilities. Within the role you will oversee developmental & reproductive mammalian toxicology studies and apply your expertise to the planning, execution and interpretation of developmental & reproductive toxicology (DART) and Endocrine Disruption (ED) programmes. You will contribute to the advancement of innovative safety science while working closely with our strategic CRO partners, toxicology leaders and project teams. Together, you will ensure robust study conduct and deliver high-quality data to support regulatory submissions and scientific decision-making.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Designing, overseeing and interpreting developmental & reproductive mammalian toxicology studies conducted through strategic CRO partners.
• Collaborating with global Product Safety, Regulatory, and project teams to develop fit-for-purpose study strategies aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Providing expert scientific input to address complex toxicological and regulatory challenges.
• Proactively identifying, managing and resolving study delivery, scientific, and stakeholder issues.
• Building effective partnerships with CROs and internal stakeholders to support study execution and scientific excellence.
• Contributing to organizational capability through mentoring, knowledge sharing, and leadership.

What we are looking for

• Degree in biological sciences or related discipline; a higher degree in toxicology (or related discipline) is desirable.
• Extensive experience of managing and interpreting developmental & reproductive mammalian toxicology studies conducted to regulatory test guidelines (i.e OECD).
• Knowledge/experience of endocrine disruption or other mechanistic pathways relevant to developmental biology.
• Broad understanding of toxicology and human safety risk assessment associated with crop protection products.
• Proven ability to manage complexity and ambiguity and resolve business-critical issues in a collaborative manner.
• Capability to contribute innovation to both problem solving and the development of emerging science in toxicology.
• Ability to manage highly complex work programs and drive the best outcome by effectively working with diverse regional and global internal stakeholders (Regulatory & Stewardship, R&D, Product Technology & Engineering, Product Marketing etc.) and external partners (CROs, consultancies, trade associations, scientific institutes etc.).
• Experience of new approach methods (NAMs) would be advantageous.

Our site

Jealott's Hill International Research Centre UK is situated in pleasant semi-rural surroundings between Bracknell and Maidenhead and is the place of work for approximately 800 Syngenta scientists and support staff.  Jealott’s Hill is one of the main global research and development sites and key activities include research into discovery of new active ingredients, new formulation technologies, product safety and technical support of our product range.

What we offer

• Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
• Flexible working.
• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment. 
• The opportunity to develop and apply your science within the chemical industry.
• The chance to work as part of a global team to address the current and future needs of the agricultural sector.
• Learning culture and wide range of training options.

Syngenta has been ranked as a top 5 employer and number 1 in agriculture by Science Magazine for the 8th consecutive year.

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. Learn more about our D&I initiatives here: https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion

Jealott’s Hill has Disability Confident certification.

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates and our Jealott’s Hill site are a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we can to support you.