Field Trials Officer - Consett, United Kingdom - Cawood Scientific

Cawood Scientific

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Consett, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Agricultural Trials -
Field Trials Officer - i2L Research Ltd.

I2L Research Ltd, part of the Cawood Scientific Group, are a successful and leading provider of scientific services and technical support to the crop protection industry and are looking to recruit a part-time Field Trials Officer on a permanent basis at our Newcastle office.

Responsibilities to include:

Establish and maintain agricultural trials in field, glasshouse and polytunnel conditions including planting, sowing and managing crops.
Assess the effects of agrochemicals, and other agricultural inputs, to trial plots (insect counts, disease cover, plant quality)
Data input (Excel)
Undertaking any other daily activities in accordance with company standards and needs
Knowledge of crop diseases is advantageous, but not essential
Must be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers.
Computer skills are important (ideally Excel, ARM, MS Word)
Must have excellent organization skills and the ability to work remotely and independently when required to specific deadlines.
Must be motivated, energetic and enthusiastic, able to work on own initiative, and as part of a team when required.
Must have a full driving licence.
PA1 and PA6 pesticide training is advantageous, but not essential.