[Lfm] LFM: Job Opportunity at Syngenta, Bracknell, UK

[Firth Lucy GBJH]

Dear Nic, I would be grateful if you could highlight this 2 year position at Syngenta for a person with a passion for a lab based Drosophila role.
Thank you in advance, Lucy

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Dear all on the LFM,

I'd like to highlight an exciting opportunity to apply Drosophila skills and knowledge at Syngenta, a global agricultural biotech company based in Berkshire, UK. Our Invertebrate Genetics in the department of Bioscience conducts critical research to support development and improve understanding of novel insecticides. We are looking for a lab-based scientist to work with the model species Drosophila melanogaster and to deploy molecular genetic tools to support our insecticide discovery pipeline. A key component of this work will be enhancing our abilities to genetically validate potential new insecticide targets. The objective is to subsequently develop and deploy such tools in non-model agricultural pests. An enthusiasm and ability for working outside of the model species is therefore essential. This is a position for 2 years.

Accountabilities:

  *   Work with the project lead to evaluate and deploy molecular-genetic technologies to enable modulation of putative insecticide targets.
  *   Execute studies to support insecticide projects and programs.
  *   Communicate outcomes of experimental activities with stakeholders.
  *   Assist with the maintenance and enhancement of the invertebrate molecular laboratory
  *   Assist with routine stock maintenance and compound screening activities.
  *   Solve scientific problems and produce high-quality data to enable the project/platform to address business challenges using proven methodologies.
  *   Document experiments and test results, contributing to reports and proposing appropriate follow up actions.
  *   Maintain high standards of HSE compliance, which includes following all risk assessments, reporting of safety incidents, and supporting the lab steward's community when requested.

Experience & skills:

  *   Must have a degree / MSc in a relevant science discipline. Appropriate technical science background is essential.
  *   Experience in a lab-based role is essential.
  *   Experience / knowledge of molecular genetic techniques is essential.
  *   Experience of working with Drosophila melanogaster is desirable.
  *   Excellent note keeping and organisational skills.
  *   Ability to interact effectively with colleagues. Good influencing skills.

We embrace and encourage diversity, and this is what drives our innovation and lets us outperform the market. https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion<https://url.de.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/W6EgCgpR0xSln157rtNfk6h4O8VU?domain=syngenta.com>

If you are interested and would like further information please contact lucy.firth at syngenta.com<mailto:lucy.firth at syngenta.com> or marcus.guest at syngenta.com<mailto:marcus.guest at syngenta.com>

Deadline: End of Sept 2026.

Kind Regards,
Lucy Firth


Lucy Firth Ph.D.
Target Identification, Bioscience

Please note my working days are Mon-Thurs

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Jealott's Hill International Research Centre
Bracknell
Berkshire
RG42 6EY
United Kingdom

*lucy.firth at syngenta.com
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