Research & Development Associate

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NES Fircroft are hiring a Research & Development Associate on behalf of our client who are a leading a global agricultural technology company.

If you are passionate about plant biology and curious about how new herbicides are developed, then this is the role for you!

You will join the Weed Control Research Biology Team, where you’ll play a hands-on role in supporting the discovery and development of novel herbicidal active ingredients.

In this role, you’ll be working in the glasshouse to spray, maintain, and assess a wide range of plant species. Your work will directly support research projects by generating accurate, high-quality biological data that drives real scientific decisions.

What you’ll be doing:
Carrying out experimental work independently and as part of a close-knit team using both established and innovative weed screening methods.
Maintaining plants under glasshouse conditions throughout the testing period and handling disposal after completion.
Accurately assessing plants for herbicidal effects and recording results in internal databases.
Taking accountability for precision, accuracy, and efficiency in all tasks.
Supporting a high-throughput workflow and helping to identify issues or non-conformities.
Keeping records and data fully up to date.
Contributing to training and continuously looking for ways to improve processes.What you’ll bring:
A bachelor’s degree in Biology, Envir...
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Location:
Reading
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Research, Academia & Science

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