Collaboration & Technology Delivery Lead

Minimum 10-15 years in Seeds R&D with demonstrated progression in breeding, trait development, genomics, or technology deployment roles.

Deep technical expertise across multiple Seeds R&D technology domains with ability to credibly evaluate diverse technical approaches.

Proven track record managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects or collaborations with accountability for technical and commercial outcomes.

Demonstrated ability to assess business cases, evaluate ROI, and connect technical capabilities to strategic priorities.

Strong financial acumen and experience with budget management and resource allocation in R&D contexts.

Technical expertise in emerging breeding technologies (gene editing, genomic prediction, AI/ML, digital agriculture).

What We Offer:

A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.

Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.

401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.

Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

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At Syngenta, our goal is to build the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture, providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that improve farmers' success.

To support this mission, Syngenta is seeking a Collaboration & Technology Delivery Lead in Durham, NC.

This role will drive operational excellence in R&D collaboration execution and technology deployment across Seeds R&D, ensuring active collaborations meet strategic objectives through rigorous governance, milestone tracking, and cross-functional alignment.

The Collaboration & Technology Delivery Lead will be responsible for maintaining collaboration standards, assessing technology development execution, and facilitating strategic decision frameworks that connect technical plans to pipeline outcomes, serving as a key connection between technical teams and R&D leadership, ensuring cross-functional collaborations and technology deployment strategies remain aligned with Seeds R&D priorities through technical plan quality control and business case evaluation.

They will partner closely with the Technology & Collaborations Manager, providing technical assessments, decision support, and execution oversight across the collaboration lifecycle.

Establish governance for Seeds R&D collaborations (stage-gate criteria, milestone acceptance standards, data/reporting quality, and audit-ready documentation).

About Syngenta

At Syngenta Seeds Field Crops, we're shaping the future of agriculture and empowering farmers to meet the ever-growing demand for food and fuel. We’re a global Ag Tech powerhouse, headquartered in the United States, with passionate, local experts collaborating with farmers to deliver solutions that create market opportunities.  We unite precision breeding, advanced biotechnology trait choice, and digital platforms for unmatched in-field performance.  Our seeds help mitigate risks such as disease, insect, weed, and extreme weather pressures, all while promoting sustainable farming practices that protect and enhance our planet. Join our mission of revolutionizing food security and transforming agriculture.