Crop Trials Officer

General Description

The Company

We are working with a leading Agricultural Contract Research Organisation, providing a wide range of field-based research, regulatory, environmental and market support services to global customers across agrochemicals, biostimulants, biocontrol and seeds.

With a strong reputation for high-quality trial delivery, they support the full journey from research through to registration.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Crop Trials Officer, you will play a key role in delivering a busy UK field trials programme. Working closely with the Field Testing Manager and wider field team, you will take ownership of multiple trials each season, ensuring they are planned, executed and reported to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Planning and independently managing an assigned programme of field trials
• Delivering 30-50 trials per year, primarily bio-efficacy studies (with future progression into GLP residue work)
• Conducting hands-on field activities such as site identification, plot marking, product application, drilling, assessments, sampling and harvesting
• Liaising with growers, farmers, site managers and suppliers to ensure smooth trial delivery
• Capturing, summarising and interpreting trial data using industry tools and company databases
• Supporting the wider team to ensure successful delivery of the full UK trials portfolio
• Developing specialist technical expertise and providing guidance/training to colleagues
• Supervising and motivating seasonal or temporary staff when required
• Hosting customer visits and helping to build strong client relationships

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow into a Principal Field Investigator role within the next two years.

What You Need

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• A degree (BSc or equivalent) in Agriculture, Biological Science or a related discipline
• 2-3 years’ experience in field trials, ideally managing trials independently
• Knowledge of GEP/EPPO guidelines and an interest in developing GLP expertise
• PA1 and PA6 pesticide application qualifications (PA2/PA11 desirable, training available)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good IT skills, with ARM software experience beneficial
• Excellent time management, problem-solving and organisational ability
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• A full UK driving licence and legal right to work in the UK, with regular travel to trial sites

What Is In It For You

This role offers a strong package and long-term development opportunities, including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 22 days fully paid sickness leave per year
• Private medical insurance available after successful probation
• Flexible working patterns aligned with seasonal trial demands
• Company vehicle provided for field work
• Career development into senior trial leadership roles
• Potential opportunities for international placements during winter periods

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Crop Trials Officer looking for your next opportunity within agricultural research, I would love to hear from you.

Rachel Richardson – /

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