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Senior Scientist - Weed Science

AgRecruit
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Selby, North Yorkshire YO8, England

Salary

£50,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • The role is pivotal in aiding an agritech start-up to transform the AgriFarming landscape.
  • Candidates are required to have a PhD or MSc in agriculture, horticulture, weed, or plant science, along with experience in weed resistance trials and research.
  • A high level of knowledge in herbicide chemistry and principles is essential, as well as the ability to manage trials and supervise junior staff.
  • The successful candidate will significantly contribute to the discovery and demonstration of novel and sustainable herbicide solutions.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, and candidates should have several years of relevant experience to effectively lead research efforts.
  • Key role in helping an agritech start-up revolutionise the AgriFarming landscape
  • Contribute to novel and sustsinable herbicide discovery.


Key Skills / Experience required:

  • PhD or MSc (or equivalent) in agriculture, horticulture, weed or plant science.
  • Experience in weed resistance trials and research.
  • High level of knowledge in herbicide chemistry and principles.
  • Experienced enough to manage trials and supervise more junior staff.


Role Overview:

This biotech start-up, a breakout success in the AgriTech sector, is growing fast and has significant backing. Their aim is to discover and demonstrate efficacy in game changing crop protection products that have the ability to transform agriculture in terms of productivity and sustainability. Their particular focus is in weed treatment and herbicides.

Now at a critical point in their development, a Senior Scientist with weed science and herbicides expertise is required to play a key role in their R&D team. The individual in this role will contribute significantly to trialing and demonstrating efficacy of new herbicide modes of action.

The successful candidate will also need to demonsrate thatt they possess the general experience level and gravitas to lead trials, research efforts and more junior staff members.

If you tick the above boxes, and would relish the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the future of agriculture, apply now to learn more!

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