DH Optimization Scientist - Tropics at Syngenta Group

Bengaluru, karnataka, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Plant Breeding, Biotechnology, Genetics, Doubled Haploid Technologies, Process Optimization, Technology Implementation, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Communication Skills, Data Visualization, Team Collaboration, Agility, Quality Assurance, HSE Compliance, Operational Excellence

Industry

Farming

Description

Company Description Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of seed for farmers, commercial growers, retailers and small seed companies. Syngenta seeds improve the quality and yields of crops. High-quality seeds ensure better and more productive crops, which is why farmers invest in them. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer inputs. Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Syngenta Seeds is headquartered in the United States. Job Description Role purpose The DH optimization scientist role focuses on enhancing the efficiency, quality and scalability of Corn DH line production. Key responsibilities include implementing process improvements, optimizing protocols, scaling new technologies and collaborating with breeding teams. Accountabilities Optimize DH protocols and processes to improve efficiency and quality. Implement innovative technologies and automation for scalable DH operations. Ensuring timely delivery of high-quality DH lines aligned with breeding needs. Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement across DH operations. Maintain compliance with HSE, quality, and operational excellence standards. Critical success factors & key challenges Critical Success Factors Strong collaboration with breeding and operations teams. Data-driven approach to decision-making and optimization. Agility in adopting and scaling new technologies. Commitment to quality, HSE, and operational excellence. Key Challenges Balancing innovation with operational scalability. Managing variability across environments. Meeting tight timelines for DH line delivery. Driving adoption of new practices across diverse teams. Knowledge, experience & capabilities Critical knowledge MSc/PhD in Plant Breeding, Biotechnology, Genetics, or related field. Expertise in doubled haploid technologies and breeding processes. Experience in process optimization and technology implementation. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Qualifications 5+ years demonstrable applied experience in implementation of Operations or lab functions A proven track record on working in a science-based environment Critical technical, professional, and personal capabilities Ability to work in teams and across geographies Problem-solving skills Some experience in data visualization with Tableau, Power BI, or similar Strong written and oral English communication skills Analytical Mind-set

Responsibilities

The DH optimization scientist role focuses on enhancing the efficiency, quality, and scalability of Corn DH line production. Key responsibilities include implementing process improvements, optimizing protocols, scaling new technologies, and collaborating with breeding teams.