R&D Group Leader SPS

Through leading innovations, we help farmers around the world meet the challenge of feeding a growing population and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, Syngenta’s Vero Beach Research Center is currently seeking a Professional Solutions R&D Group Leader in Vero Beach, FL.This position will lead strategic research initiatives in turf science, ornamental horticulture, and urban pest management at the Vero Beach Research Center (VBRC). The R&D Group Leader will drive scientific excellence and innovation while developing a high-performing team aligned with the Professional Solutions R&D objectives. This position will also design, initiate, and conduct research projects including lab, greenhouse and field studies, completing assigned research projects as a critical part of promoting new active ingredients and technologies for development and commercial products.Accountabilities:Lead, mentor, and develop VBRC team members through effective coaching and strategic work allocation.Drive operational excellence through efficient resource management and budget optimization.Foster a collaborative research environment that promotes innovation and scientific rigor.Be part of a collaborative research team developing and implementing research trials.Support VBRC initiatives and the Professional Solutions strategies. Conduct and coordinate quality efficacy trials, contributing to the biological profiling and label development of new and registered product concepts.Summarize trial data and provide development recommendations, identify development opportunities for product label expansion, new uses and new solutions, and marketing needs.Conduct problem solving projects to address market issues. Demonstrate awareness and understanding of grower/customer needs and perspectives.Provide technical support and training; coordinate demonstration trials for internal and customer training/education.Oversee key SPS VBRC operational excellence including maintenance of insectary, greenhouses and turf plots.