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Research & Development Associate - Horticulture & Seed Production

Job Posted: an hour ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Bracknell

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Orion Group Sciences are seeking a Research & Development Associate in the area of horticulture and seed production, to work with our multinational agriscience client in Bracknell. 

Duties: 

Carry out day-to-day production and maintenance of plant/seed materials. 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
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.
Ensure compliance with QMS and HSE regulations on containment and use of genetically modified organisms and licensed plant material in glasshouses, growth rooms and labs.
May be responsible for some test planning.Requirements: 

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 skillsEducation:

HND level Horticulture and/or 2+ years’ experience working in Horticulture or Seed supplyThe role is released on an initial 12-month basis. There may be the possibility for extension, but this is not guaranteed.

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
 As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment

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