Chemist with vast experience in Agrochemical Formulation
Location: Santiago, Chile
Closing date: N/A
Start date: N/A

Our company is a major player in the regional agrochemical industry of Latin America. Our top line formulation plant and laboratories, matched with our technical leadership in pest management, enable us to contribute with high quality, effective and competitive agrochemicals for thousands of farmers.

We are seeking a Chemist to lead the Agrochemical Development Area, actively participating with the Production Plant, Registry Division and Quality Control Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of agrochemicals in a wide spectrum of formulations.
• Develop products starting from a pilot scale, actively participating in the scale-up design process to successfully achieve industrial production.
• Supervise a team of chemists and technicians to develop new formulations of agrochemicals.
• Provide support about chemical issues related to crop protection and agrochemical application. Ocassionally participate in marketing activities as a speaker in chemistry applied to pest management topics.

Qualifications

• BSc. degree in Chemistry. Although not required, a MSc. or Ph.D. degree in Chemistry is desired.
• At least 10 years of practical experience in formulation development of agrochemical products.
• Excelent interpersonal relations, problem solving ability and organizational skills.
• Fluent in English. A good command of Spanish is a plus.

Requisites:

• Avaliability to live in Santiago, Chile.

To apply, please email your CV with a cover letter, stating you salary expectations to: chemistchile@gmail.com

Global Product Registration Leader for Regulatory Chemistry
Company: Syngenta
Location: Basel, Switzerland
Closing date: N/A
Start date: N/A

Syngenta is one of the world’s leading companies with 24,000 employees in over
90 countries dedicated to our purpose: bringing plant potential to life. We contribute
to addressing some of the planet’s most critical issues such as the rising demand for
food from a growing population. Syngenta employees have a major impact on the
health and wellbeing of communities all around the world. They work in a focused,
highly collaborative culture and benefit from the training, development and inspirational
colleagues that you’d expect to find in a fast growing, international company.

There’s never been a better time to join Syngenta. We are currently seeking at our
headquarters in Basel, Switzerland a

Global Product Registration Leader for Regulatory Chemistry

Role purpose: In this role you will lead and manage a team of experienced professionals
in Product Registration. You will be responsible for developing and directing
the global regulatory strategies for chemical substances which support the manufacture
of active ingredients and products within Syngenta worldwide.

Accountabilities

• To provide expertise, advice and advocacy skills in the area of chemistry and regulatory compliance to business partners
• To undertake analysis of the worldwide regulatory capabilities and procedures for
  chemicals management and identify capability gaps and development needs
• To maintain an awareness of databases on substances and issues, use this knowledgeto identify opportunities and promote optimal positioning of Syngenta products
• To provide foresight, evaluation and thorough analysis of current regulatory issues
  and future threats critical to the Syngenta chemical substance inventory as well as
  lead regulatory positioning and strategy development and implementation in identified topic areas.

Role Skills, experience

• Degree in chemistry, preferably to post doctoral level
• Minimum 10 years of working experience in product chemistry, chemicals notification/
  registration or relevant product development business area
• Broad awareness of product registration and regulatory science issues and preferably an in-depth knowledge in a particular registration or chemistry discipline
• Fluency in English and preferably other languages
• Excellent leadership and project management skills

Does this sound like you?

If so, we look forward to receiving your online application on www.syngenta.com.

Secretary General
Company: Eurpoean Crop Care Association
Location: Europe
Closing date: N/A
Start date: N/A

The European Crop Care Association, ECCA, represents the interests of the independent generic pesticide producers and distributors in Europe. Founded in 1993, ECCA counts 16 member companies from throughout Europe and is a co-founder of the International Association of Generic Pesticide Producers, AgroCare, in 2008.

We are looking for a successor of the Secretary-General (Part-time employment negotiable.).

Description of duties:

• The Secretary General is responsible for the daily office management.
• S/he oversees the changing regulatory environment.
• Identifies areas of interest to the members in the area of pesticide legislation, registration and use.
• In close cooperation with the Board, the Secretary participates in meetings with the European Union, organizations such as FAO, WHO, and CIPAC, and industry-
  related groups.

Qualifications sought:

• The Secretary General will have a strong commitment to the generic industry.
• A proven record of success in managing international teams as well as networking with government officials and policy makers.

Please submit your written application in English to:

ECCA, att. Dr. David van Hoogstraten,
Phone: #32-2-687 9767
email: ecca.secretary@skynet.be

Field Trials Coordinator
Company: Monsanto
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Closing date: N/A
Start date: N/A

Monsanto is a world-leading provider of innovative agricultural products and solutions in seeds, plant biotechnology and agricultural chemicals. The Company applies innovation and technology to help farmers around the world grow high quality food, feed and fibre more sustainably, while also reducing agriculture’s impact on our environment. Monsanto employs over 19000 people in over 60 countries and is listed on the NYSE. The company is known as an outstanding employer and “acknowledges its focus on the future”. Today Monsanto invites scientifically trained professionals (m/f) to apply for the position of:

Field Trials Coordinator

Working in the Biotechnology Regulatory Affairs team, based in Brussels/ Belgium

Looking for a challenge?
You will coordinate the field trial programme in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and ensure regulatory compliance throughout launch and commercialisation. This will include designing and implementing regulatory trials required to support regulatory submissions, and coordination of trial permit requirements for Regulatory Affairs and other departments. You will implement GM crop post-market monitoring in accordance with industry procedures and internal stewardship obligations. You will play a key coordination role in the field trial programme of the EMEA region and work closely with a cross-functional team of highly motivated colleagues internationally. Given the regional responsibilities of the role, regular travel will be required.

Your key skills
You have a Life Sciences degree (in agronomy, environmental science, plant science or other related field), with a proven track record in field trial management in industry or the public sector. Your spoken and written English are of a high standard. You have the ability to design and set up new processes and procedures as well as supporting systems. You may also have the advantage of being multilingual with good cross-cultural awareness and good influencing skills. You are a team-player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills and known to be well organized and to have strong IT skills.

Monsanto offers
An opportunity to gain broad experience within a market-leading, innovative, multinational company; the chance to work in a multicultural environment within a highly motivated and professional team; the prospect of career advancement; an attractive remuneration package and benefits ( local Belgian contract).

Please apply by post or e-mail to:

Mercuri Urval, Hippokrateslaan 16, 1932 Sint-Stevens-Woluwe, Belgium,
email: mub.be@mercuriurval.com (Please always indicate reference 50.7509/1).

Website: www.mercuriurval.com

Secretary General
Company: Eurpoean Crop Care Association
Location: Europe
Closing date: N/A
Start date: N/A

The European Crop Care Association, ECCA, represents the interests of the independent generic pesticide producers and distributors in Europe. Founded in 1993, ECCA counts 16 member companies from throughout Europe and is a co-founder of the International Association of Generic Pesticide Producers, AgroCare, in 2008.

We are looking for a successor of the Secretary-General (Part-time employment negotiable.).

Description of duties:

• The Secretary General is responsible for the daily office management.
• S/he oversees the changing regulatory environment.
• Identifies areas of interest to the members in the area of pesticide legislation, registration and use.
• In close cooperation with the Board, the Secretary participates in meetings with the European Union, organizations such as FAO, WHO, and CIPAC, and industry-
  related groups.

Qualifications sought:

• The Secretary General will have a strong commitment to the generic industry.
• A proven record of success in managing international teams as well as networking with government officials and policy makers.

Please submit your written application in English to:

ECCA, att. Dr. David van Hoogstraten,
Phone: #32-2-687 9767
email: ecca.secretary@skynet.be

Weed Scientist/ Herbicide Specialist
Company: DuPont
Location: DuPont European Research and Development Center. Nambsheim, Alsace (France)
Closing date: N/A
Start date: N/A

The individual will have the responsibility to lead a weed control research program with the primary objective to defend and increase DuPont’s competitive position in the Europe, Middle-East and Africa region.

Description of duties

• Lead an active biological research program designed to meet business objectives. Ensure quality technical results, data interpretation, and product recommendations.
• Develop a comprehensive knowledge of DuPont products and relevant competitive herbicide products.
• Support countries in solving technical issues related to DuPont herbicide products.
• Develop, document and communicate Product Knowledge and technical information to diverse audiences.
• Develop and maintain a high level of technical competency within the discipline of weed science to ensure that the technical foundation remains strong in self and the workgroup.
• Collaborate cross-functionally within the DuPont organization and network globally, both internally and externally to DuPont.
• Supervise a team of technician biologists to conduct a research program in support to the products in the portfolio. Accountable for the career development and professional growth of the biologist staff.

Qualifications sought:

• MS degree in agriculture or horticulture with emphasis in weed science or weed control. Although not required, a Ph.D. degree in Weed Science, or related Biological Science is desired.
• Good practical knowledge and experience with the major agricultural and horticultural crops. Practical experience and knowledge of trial techniques for field and greenhouse trials.
• Good computer skills with basic knowledge in biometrical and statistical methods for trial design and trial evaluation.
• Potential candidates must understand resistance dynamics including, but not limited to, integrated pest management (IPM), mode of action (MOA), weed ecology and herbicide resistance management.
• Excellent problem solving, time management and organizational skills. Capability to work under minimum supervision.
• Fluent in English (both oral and written)

To apply, please visit our website www.dupont.com (Careers/Jobs by region) and apply online ref. PRO00793

Editor, Agrow Intelligence
Company: Informa Healthcare
Location: London, UK
Closing date: N/A
Start date: N/A

Agrow (part of the Informa group) is the leading international information provider for the crop protection industry.

Agrow Intelligence is our database tracking crop protection products from discovery through to commercialisation worldwide. We are looking for a person with the drive and skill required to take charge of the database.

The editor is a key member of the Agrow editorial team and is responsible for updating the database, sending out alerts to subscribers and contributing to Agrow’s website.The incumbent would necessarily have to be a good chemist.

Familiarity with patents would be another pre-requisite as patent databases are one of the data sources from which relevant information is to be gleaned. A background in the agrochemical industry would be desirable and good writing skills an asset.The editor would be based at our offices in London.

In addition to an attractive salary package, opportunities for travelling to international conferences to represent the Agrow brand would be an integral part of the role.

To apply, please email your CV with a covering letter, stating your salary expectations, to

Sanjiv Rana
Editor
Agrow World Crop Protection News
sanjiv.rana@informa.com

Head of Department Regulatory Affairs, Agro 1-490
Company: RCC Ltd
Location: Itingen, Switzerland
Closing date: N/A
Start date: N/A

RCC is a global Contract Research Organization of the Harlan Sprague DawleyInc. group with its headquarters in Itingen, close to Basel/Switzerland. We have further subsidiaries in Germany, Spain and Japan. Today, RCC group is one of Europe's leading contract research and regulatory consulting organizations employing nearly 1,000 staff members. For the enhancement of our team in Switzerland, we have an opening (immediate or by agreement) for a Head of Department Regulatory Affairs Agro.

Responsibilities
In your position, you will be responsible for the technical and staff management of the International Regulatory Affairs Department (Plant Protection). You will provide consultant services and will monitor large-scale projects. Client acquisition and supporting our agents andproject managers in the respective countries are also part of your responsibilities. Furthermore, you will be responsible for the management of several Regulatory Affairs Managers / Project Managers and will have authority over the budget of part of the Business Unit Agro.

Profile/Qualifications
This position requires a scientific qualification and several years of professional experience in Regulatory Affairs. Knowledge in the field of registration of plant protection and long-time experience in dealing with sponsors and regulatory authorities are a prerequisite. The ability to motivate your staff, good communication skills, flexibility, goal-orientation and the ability to work under pressure are further requirements for this position. Good computer literacy and excellent command of German and English (spoken and written) arefurther preconditions. Any further language is an asset.

RCC Offer
We offer you good terms of employment, a flexible working time model and excellent social contributions, in a modern and professional organization and an international environment.

Please submit your complete application documents, to

RCC Ltd, Human Resources
Reference 1-490
Zelgliweg1
4452 Itingen / Switzerland
hr1@rcc.ch, www.rccltd.ch

Regulatory Affairs Manager, BU Agro, 1-465
Company: RCC Ltd
Location: Itingen, Switzerland
Closing date: N/A
Start date: N/A

RCC is a global Contract Research Organization of the Harlan Sprague DawleyInc. group with its headquarters in Itingen, close to Basel/Switzerland. We have further subsidiaries in Germany, Spain and Japan. Today, RCC group is one of Europe's leading contract research and regulatory consulting organizations employing nearly 1,000 staff members. For the enhancement of our team in Switzerland, we have an opening (immediate or by agreement) for a Regulatory Affairs Manager at Business Unit Agro.

Responsibilities
You will be responsible for the professional processing of consultancy assignments and registration orders according to defined schedules and budgets. This involves the overall management of regulatory activities, the compilation of registration dossiers, the performance of risk assessments and the maintaining of good relationships with regulatory authorities and sponsors.

Profile/Qualifications
This position requires a university degree in natural science (BSc, MSc or PhD) in biology, agronomy, biochemistry or other relevant subject) as well as professional experience in regulatory affairs. Furthermore, you have basic knowledge of legal regulations and experience in dealing with sponsors and regulatory authorities. Accuracy and efficiency, motivation, good communication skills, flexibility, goal-orientation and the ability to work under pressure are further requirements for this position. Good computer literacy and excellent command of English and also German are a precondition. Any other language is an asset.

RCC Offer
We offer you good terms of employment, a flexible working time model and excellent social contributions, in a modern and professional organization and an international environment.

Please submit your complete application documents, to

RCC Ltd, Human Resources
Reference 1-465
Zelgliweg1
4452 Itingen / Switzerland
hr1@rcc.ch, www.rccltd.ch

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