Head Of Science Strategy Europe - Product Safety

Syngenta Group

Bracknell, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Not specified; bonus scheme available; benefits in...
On-site
Phd in scientific discipline relevant to product safety
Substantial postgraduate experience in product safety
Leadership of expert scientific teams
Syngenta Group is seeking a Head of Science Strategy Europe for its Product Safety team, based in Bracknell, UK. The role involves developing innovative science strategies for crop protection, leading external advocacy, and managing complex regulatory projects while fostering talent within the team

Job Summary

  • This senior leadership role shapes the science strategies that underpin crop protection product development, regulatory advocacy, and long-term competitive positioning across the European region.
  • The successful candidate will lead Syngenta's external advocacy through regional technical associations and provide industry leadership on strategic science issues.
  • Syngenta offers a culture celebrating diversity and inclusion with extensive benefits including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical insurance, and a 36-hour working week.

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Syngenta Group is seeking a Head of Science Strategy Europe for its Product Safety team, based in Bracknell, UK. The role involves developing innovative science strategies for crop protection, leading external advocacy, and managing complex regulatory projects while fostering talent within the team.

Salary

Not specified; Bonus scheme available; Benefits include pension, private medical & life insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in scientific discipline relevant to Product Safety
  • Substantial postgraduate experience in Product Safety
  • Leadership of expert scientific teams
  • Extensive knowledge of European techno-regulatory environment
  • Experience managing complexity and ambiguity

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in external scientific advisory bodies
  • Background working across multi-disciplinary teams
  • Track record of leading people effectively
  • Ability to utilize and deploy digital skills
  • Collaboration with commercial and R&D stakeholders

Key Requirements

  • PhD in scientific discipline
  • Proven leadership of expert scientific teams
  • Extensive knowledge of European regulatory frameworks
  • Demonstrated ability to influence diverse stakeholders

Work Rights

Not specified

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