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the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise
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underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability. SGSs Natural Resources business line powers the agriculture, petrochemical, mining, energy, and resource sectors with expert testing, inspection, and certification. From exploration to trade, SGS helps clients boost efficiency, stay compliant, and reduce riskbacked by cutting-edge labs, digital tools, and a global network. Job title: Senior Trials Agronomist Job Type: Permanent Location: Warwickshire (Office and field based) Salary: From £33,000, including a company vehicle Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday Industry: Natural Resources (Agriculture) Job Description
Ready to take the lead on cutting-edge agricultural research? Join SGS and play a key role in delivering field trials that help bring new crop protection, biostimulant, and agricultural products to market. This is a varied, hands-on role combining science, agriculture, project management, and client engagement. You'll oversee field studies from setup through to harvest, lead seasonal teams, work closely with growers and clients, and ensure trials are delivered to the highest GLP and GEP standards. What You'll Be Doing Managing and delivering agricultural field trials across the UK. Acting as Principal Investigator on both single and multi-site studies. Liaising directly with clients and providing study updates. Marking out, assessing, sampling, and harvesting trial plots. Analysing and reporting trial data using specialist software. Leading and training technicians and seasonal staff. Conducting sustainability audits and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications
We're looking for someone who already has strong experience within agricultural research and field trials. You may currently be working as a Study Manager, Principal Investigator, Trial Officer, Field Trials Manager, Research Agronomist, or a senior field-based agricultural research professional. You'll bring: Several years' experience in GLP and/or GEP field trials. Experience acting as a Principal Investigator. Strong client-facing and project management skills. PA1 & PA6 qualifications and a full UK driving licence. A degree in Agriculture, Crop Science, Plant Science, Life Sciences, or a related discipline. A practical, proactive approach and confidence working independently in the field. A full UK driving licence. Additional Information
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for: Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria) Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria) Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus
Senior Trials Agronomist in London employer: SGS United Kingdom Limited
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