Company Description As a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to counter these threats and ensure enough safe, nutritious, affordable food for all –while minimizing the use of land and other agricultural inputs. Syngenta Crop Protection keeps plants safe from planting to harvesting. From the moment a seed is planted through to harvest, crops need to be protected from weeds, insects and diseases as well as droughts and floods, heat and cold. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland. Job Description Please note: This role can be supported remotely from within the United States or Canada. Optimal support location is in Greensboro, NC. Remote support will be considered based on candidates’ experience and qualifications. 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 this challenge, Syngenta's Product Safety Team is seeking a Senior Dietary Residue Scientist. This role will provide expertise in dietary residue science for developing new agricultural technology and maintaining existing products. The position holder will support critical project decisions and use the best scientific approaches to enable Business and Regulatory success in North America and globally. Accountabilities: - Design, implement and lead the dietary residue strategy for the development and registration of new active ingredients/products and maintenance of registered active ingredients/products within North America. - Collaborate with the Study Monitor and Analytical Teams to drive the deliverables and design for residue studies. - Contextualize results by utilizing metabolism and dietary residue data to inform and guide regulatory and commercial strategy. - Create and implement strategies to address emerging issues and opportunities in North America to support new active ingredient registration, and continued approval of registered active ingredients - Interface and advocate the dietary science strategy to regional/global Product Safety partners, Regulatory, Stewardship and Business partners, as well as external stakeholders such as regulatory authorities. Qualifications Required: - A Ph.D or M. Sc degree, preferably in agronomy, horticulture, entomology, pathology, weed science, ecotoxicology, soil science, toxicology, environmental sciences, and/or other relevant disciplines; applicants with commensurate industrial, academic or governmental experience will be considered - A minimum of 4 years of experience in residue science, agricultural chemical product development and/or similar field. Desired: - Experience with application of dietary residue knowledge for product development. - Familiar with agriculture and use of agrochemicals - Excellence in data analysis and interpretation. - Knowledge of GLP requirements. - Strong understanding of regulatory requirements in North America and globally. - Proven track record in supporting regulatory submissions. - Strong critical thinking and problem solving - Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities. Additional Information What We Offer: - We offer a competitive base salary and incentive bonus potential, combined with challenging and meaningful work, learning and career development opportunities and a great team environment. - A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. - Focus on Wellness and innovative programs that support overall health and wellbeing such as annual Lifestyle Account and free Headspace App - Progressive Employee Policies and Programs such as a Flexible Work Location approach, and a vacation policy that provides up to 30 days’ vacation for all employees Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Syngenta Contact Information:  If you need assistance during the application process, please contact the Service Desk at [email protected] Syngenta Canada welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and is able to accommodate persons with disabilities. For more information about accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process or if you would like more information on our accommodation policies, please contact [email protected] WL:4A #LI-Remote

About Proximity Foundation Proximity Foundation runs structured coding education programs for young people aged 14-18 at Community Care Institutions (CCIs). Using a computer-based LMS curriculum covering HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL, we pair students with volunteer mentors in cohort-based sessions designed to build real technical skills and lasting confidence. We are scaling from the first cohort to many cohorts within Mumbai and building the operational team that will carry this program forward. Every role in Proximity Foundation is a direct investment in the young people we serve. Role Type : Volunteer Time Commitment : 2-3 hrs/week Department : Partnerships & Growth Reports to : Partnerships & Engagement Lead ROLE FOCUS Research and profile donor organizations, CSR funds, and institutional partners aligned with Proximity Foundation's mission. Your findings directly inform who the Partnerships Lead reaches out to and how. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Research and identify potential donor and CSR partner organizations - Profile target organizations — mission alignment, funding focus, grant cycles - Maintain and update a prioritized list of partnership targets - Monitor funding landscapes and CSR trends relevant to Proximity Foundation - Summarize findings into briefing notes for the Partnerships Lead - Support preparation of partnership proposals and outreach materials WHAT A TYPICAL WEEK LOOKS LIKE You'll spend your time researching organizations, building out profiles in a shared tracker, and writing concise briefing notes. Mostly desk-based, async research work — ideal for someone detail-oriented. WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS The quality of your research directly determines which doors the Partnerships Lead can knock on. You're building the intelligence layer of Proximity Foundation's growth strategy. HOW TO APPLY To express interest in this role, please send a short note (no formal CV required) to: Bhoomi.k@proximity.foundation Tell us a little about yourself, why this role appeals to you, and any relevant experience. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds — enthusiasm and reliability matter most.

neoBIM is a well-funded software start-up rethinking how architects design buildings through intelligent BIM tooling. As part of our applied research agenda, we are opening a thesis-aligned research position at the intersection of generative AI and computational architectural design. Research Area The broad focus of this position is the application of Generative Flow Networks (GFlowNets) to architectural design problems — in particular, the generation of diverse, constraint-aware spatial layouts. The concrete research question and scope will be developed together with the candidate based on their background and academic requirements. Tasks - Review relevant literature on GFlowNets and generative approaches to architectural layout generation - Define and refine a research question in collaboration with the team - Implement and experiment with GFlowNet-based models on spatial design tasks - Design reward functions encoding architectural constraints and objectives - Evaluate outputs in terms of diversity, feasibility, and constraint compliance - Compare against suitable baseline generative approaches - Document findings as a research report or thesis Requirements Must have - Strong Python and PyTorch skills, as well as GIT - Background in machine learning; familiarity with RL or probabilistic generative models is a plus - Ability to work independently on open-ended research tasks - Comfortable reading and engaging with recent ML papers Nice to have - Prior exposure to GFlowNets (Bengio et al.) - Interest in architectural design or spatial reasoning - Experience with graph neural networks or geometric deep learning - Familiarity with graph-based data representations or knowledge graphs Benefits - A concrete, novel research problem with real-world grounding in AEC - Close collaboration with our AI and product team - Dedicated thesis mentorship from our AI team - Potential for publication or continued collaboration post-thesis - Flexible remote setup For any questions regarding this position, feel free to contact Felix directly via phone or messenger at +49 176 95422094.

Title: Environmental Scientist - Contaminated Land (relocate to Darwin, NT) Location: Brisbane Australia Job Description: Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description "Being trusted and inspired, being given opportunities to grow, open communication and inclusiveness. All of these make company culture unique and are why I enjoy working at AECOM!" - Lee Taylor, Workgroup Lead - Geosciences and Remediation Services, Brisbane, QLD Come grow with us. AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage. Our highly regarded Environmental team in Darwin is seeking Professional Environmental Scientist/ Engineer with exposure to Contaminated land investigations and remediation to support a wide range of exciting and meaningful projects across the Defence, government, mining, and energy sectors. At AECOM's Darwin office, you'll gain hands-on experience in: - Contaminated land investigations and remediation (Focus area) - Hydrology, hydrogeology, and water quality monitoring - Environmental impact assessment and approvals - Biodiversity surveys and ecological assessments - Environmental management planning and auditing You'll get the best of both worlds - the agency of working in a small office with the support and capacity of one of the world's largest engineering consultancies. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to take the next step, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and make a real impact in the Top End. What will a day in this role look like: - Delivering fieldwork across ground remediation and contaminated land projects, including site investigations, remediation works, validation sampling and monitoring across the NT and beyond - Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, client-focused outcomes - Engaging with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to support project delivery and business development efforts - Contributing to a positive team culture and collaborative, knowledge-sharing environment Qualifications The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. What are we looking for from you? - A degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field, and a valid Australian driver's licence and Australian Citizenship (due to project requirements requiring defence clearance) - Around 1- 3 years experience in ground remediation, including contaminated land assessment, soil and groundwater remediation or related field-based work ideally - Able to work independently, manage competing priorities and get involved across a wide range of projects while contributing to a supportive, team-focused environment - Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal - with the ability to translate technical concepts clearly - A collaborative mindset and the ability to work independently when needed - A proactive attitude, curiosity to learn, and a commitment to delivering quality work Additional Information Why you'll love working with us - Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options - Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year - Swap public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better - Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities Ready to push the limits of what's possible? We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Learn more about life at AECOM: LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more! AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders - past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/. About AECOM AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.