Field Trials Officer - Norfolk, United Kingdom - Hunter Chase Consultants

Hunter Chase Consultants
Hunter Chase Consultants
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Norfolk, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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On behalf of a leading research organisation, Hunter Chase Consultants are currently seeking an experienced Field Trials Officer to conduct crop trials in Norfolk.

Experienced R&D Agronomists, Field Trials Technicians, Development Agronomists and Crop Trials Officers are encouraged to apply. The trials inform development decisions in agriculture and are conducted on behalf of a range of clients. All field trials are conducted to high standards and in accordance with the relevant guidelines.

Field studies are conducted on agricultural crops (mainly vegetable crops) mainly in Norfolk.


Duties of the Field Trial Officer will include:

  • Responsibility for planning, implementation and management of vegetable trials and seed trials
  • Duties will including field preparation, sowing, maintenance and harvesting.
  • Where applicable conduct the samplings of specimens (soils, leaves etc) according to the protocol (time limits, intervals, crop stage, quantities, etc)
  • Make assessments and observations on your trials, collect data.
  • Assist the harvest team during the harvest period and collect relevant samples
  • Record results on IT system.

REQUIREMENTS
Must be motivated, energetic and enthusiastic, able to work on own initiative, with care and attention to detail.

Farming and arable crop growing experience and knowledge helpful.

Computer literate - good report writing and data handling skills are required.

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Full driving licence essential.


Location:
Norfolk


Salary:
Competitive salary package, vehicle, pension and benefits
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