*Senior Crystallization Scientist*
Jealott's Hill, Bracknell, Berkshire, UK We are seeking a highly talented and motivated crystallization scientist who is enthusiastic about working on a wide variety of biological systems. The successful candidate will have a strong background in structural biology and will be skilled at protein crystallization, crystal optimization and protein engineering for crystallography. Experience in X-ray data collection and knowledge of x-ray structure analysis is a plus. The successful candidate will work as part of a team providing x-ray crystallography outputs to support chemistry design throughout R&D. Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work in multidisciplinary project teams are highly desirable qualities for this position. *Responsibilities* • Carry out crystallization trials, crystal optimization and initial characterization by x-ray diffraction for proteins and protein-ligand complexes • Perform biophysical characterization of proteins intended for crystallization • Provide guidance for the design of optimal constructs for protein crystallography • Effectively communicate results through presentations, e-mails and reports. • Develop and further own skills in theoretical and practical crystallography and structural biology through appropriate reading and attendance at courses and external meetings. Actively seek to broaden understanding of other disciplines. *Experience required* • PhD or MSc degree in structural biology or a related field • 3-5 years experience in practical macromolecular crystallography, ideally across a wide range of protein families • Working experience in design, production and purification of proteins and protein-ligand complexes specifically for protein crystallography • Knowledge of protein crystallization and optimization techniques • Knowledge of x-ray diffraction and basic data collection strategies • Knowledge of software for molecular biology and protein structure analysis *About Syngenta* Syngenta is one of the world’s leading companies with more than 27.000 employees in over 90 countries dedicated to our purpose: Bringing plant potential to life. Through world-class science, global reach and commitment to our customers we help to increase crop productivity, protect the environment and improve health and quality of life. For more information about us please go to http://www.syngenta.com/. For a full job profile and to apply to this position, please visit http://www.syngentajobs.com/Taleo_apply.html?CountryCode=2gb&lang=en&location=23236270036668&portal=101430233 - job number 14038910 I am happy to answer informal questions about the position, but if you wish to apply please do so via the Syngenta Careers website linked above. The position will be open until August 4. Thanks, Daniel Kloer Head of Protein Analysis and Computational Chemistry Syngenta
