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Research Associate

Job Posted: 4 hours ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Warfield

Expire in: a month

Job Description

NES Fircroft is currently recruiting a Research Associate on behalf of our client, a Global name in the Agricultural Technology industry. The role will be based at a world leading International Research Centre at Jealott’s Hill, Bracknell. This is a contract position for an initial 1 year duration. Mon-Fri 36hrs per week.
 
 Duties: 

Carry out day-to-day production and maintenance of plant/seed materials to a standard that meets customers’ requirements. Highlight problems promptly.
Work independently and as part of a team while carrying out experimental work using established and novel screening methods
Maintain plants under glasshouse conditions for the duration of the test
Liaise with other staff in the Technical Support Team to ensure a high level of customer support and satisfaction is being maintained.
Develop technical knowledge and skills through experience of a wide range of production techniques.
Identify areas for improvements in efficiency and contribute to problem solving in consultation with other team members and supervisor.
Accurately keep records and databases current.
Has a continuous improvement mindset and actively contribute to further improving the screening methods and processes.
Contribute to safety performance by maintaining a clean and safe personal working environment. Comply with all safety procedures and HSE regulations.
Ensure compliance by self with DEFRA, CBD, QMS and HSE regulations on containment and use of genetically modified organisms and licensed plant material in glasshouses, growth rooms and labs.
Be accountable for work being done with precision, accuracy and efficiency.
Good work ethic and works towards consistency in performing role.
May be responsible for some test planning.Education and Required Skills: 
HND level Horticulture and/or 2+ years’ experience working in Horticulture or Seed supply 
General knowledge of plant biology; ideally also with knowledge of seed production and horticultural techniques
Use of Microsoft office programs
Good analytical, organisational, and people skills
Be detailed oriented and a good communicator
Agility in learning new tasks, self-starter and team player
Good self-motivating, self-managing and time management skill sets

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients

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