Field Biologist - Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom - Syntech Research UK

Description

• To assist the UK Field Testing Manager (FTM) with the execution and timely delivery of the UK field trials programme.
• To independently plan, execute and report an assigned individual trials program.
• Directly responsible for 3050 field trials per year (GEP bio efficacy trials; only supporting GLP studies).
• Role will be based at the UK headquarters (Pakenham, Suffolk) but regular travel to offsite trial locations (typically within 2 hours) will be required. Applicant must therefore possess a full driving license and a company vehicle (situated at the UK Headquarters) would be provided.
• Duration: 6month probation period (review at 56 months). Following a successful probationary period, a permanent contract would be offered.

• Develops a detailed action plan for their own trials program, executes the trials successfully to meet the customer's requirements/objectives and reporting deadlines following local official GEP and GLP guidelines (and company Standard Operating Procedures
• SOPs).
• Consults with the FTM or Senior Field Biologist to define, agree and understand the technical requirements of the trials allocated to him.
• Plans and liaises with the Site Manager/farmers and suppliers for the correct and timely provision of land/crop, chemicals/seeds and other recourses to ensure the success of the trials.
• Capture, summarize and interpret individual trial data (accurately and consistently) for reporting to customers/Project Managers (PMs)/GAMs as well as providing the required info (via regularly updated trial schedules) to the administration team to keep INSITE updated throughout the season.
• Maintain an up todate technical awareness of agricultural practice and products. Provides training and advice on any specialist area of expertise acquired to other staff/colleagues.
• Ensure that all personal work is conducted to the required legal and company safety standards, and strictly conforms to official GLP and GEP guidelines (as appropriate).
• Supervise, train and motivate assistant(s)/temp staff, so that they execute their jobs safely, accurately and efficiently.
• Is a key contact for customers, both internally and externally and works with the FTM to establish & maintain client relationships to meet their expectations and secure future sales.

• Ideally BSc or equivalent qualification level in Agriculture or Biological/Life Science.
• Ideally at least 35 year's field trial experience (managing an individual trials program following relevant GEP or GLP guidelines).
• NPTC PA1 and PA6 qualifications (Level 2 Award in Safe Use of Pesticides) required. PA2 and PA11 desirable but not essential (training and tests will be provided).
• Good written and verbal English skills.
• Good PC skills.
• Good communication, time management and problemsolving skills
• Selfdriven with an ability to work effectively alone as well as within a team.
• Proactive and "Can do" attitude.

• Role will require some lone working, practical physical/manual tasks (e.g. spraying, hand harvests etc) and occasionally long hours as required (e.g. during busy field periods, harvest etc).

• Role will require working outside in the field under all weather conditions (although extremes of temperature will be avoided and PPE/clothing provided).

• Flexitime
• Onsite parking

• Flexitime

• Bonus scheme

• Suffolk, IP31 2NG: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employerprovided relocation package (required)

• Bachelor's (required)

• PA1, PA6 (preferred)