Study Director

I2L Research Ltd, part of Cawood Scientific, are a successful and leading provider of scientific services and technical support to the crop protection industry and are looking to recruit a Study Director at our Newcastle office (Daisy Hill, Shotley Bridge, Consett).Ideally, we want to hear from candidates with previous experience directing agricultural field trials to EPPO and GEP standards, however, training can be provided for the right candidate.Responsibilities to include:· Directing agricultural and horticultural trials relating to crop protection, biostimulants and weed management· Liaising with local growers and farmers to manage agricultural field trials· Establishing and managing on-site
glasshouse/polytunnel
trials· To assist in the application of plant protection products as required· Assess the effects of agrochemicals, and other agricultural inputs, to trial plots (insect counts, disease cover, plant quality)· Data analysis, statistics and interpretation· Report writing and communication with clients· Undertaking any other daily activities in accordance with company standards and needsThe candidate:· Candidates should have a relevant scientific background and/ or some previous agricultural and farming experience.· Knowledge of biopesticides and crop pests- and diseases.· Good knowledge of IPM, EPPO guidelines and GEP would be advantageous.· A full driving license is essential.· Strong communication, report writing and computer skills are essential (ideally Excel, ARM, MS Word).· Must have good organization skills and the ability to work remotely and to their own daily schedule with minimal supervision.· Must be motivated, energetic and enthusiastic, able to work on own initiative and as part of a team when required.· PA1 and PA6 pesticide training is advantageous.· Candidates must have rights to work in the UK.The position carries a competitive remuneration and will commence as soon as possible.Send me alerts about jobs like this.Please enter your email address to continue setting up an email alert for similar jobs to this one. By entering your email address and clicking apply you will sign up to Jobs4 and agree to our terms and conditions .
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