Technology Sales Associate (12-month fixed-term contract) in Norfolk

Background and Business Context Tropic has developed differentiated technology platforms (like GEiGS®) with applications across agritech including improvements in crops, livestock, aquaculture and beyond. As precision breeding approaches like gene editing gain traction globally, there is a growing opportunity to engage new partners seeking to deploy these technologies and tools in their pipelines to develop sustainable products. To accelerate further adoption of Tropic’s platforms we are creating a role to support the early stages of the sales process. The role is focused on identifying and engaging potential partner organisations interested in licensing from Tropic to enable their traits of interest. Role Purpose This role sits at the interface of science and commercial. The successful candidate will play a critical role in expanding Tropic’s platform sales, with a focus on scoping, identifying and engaging potential customers. Key Activities Identifying credible, strategically aligned organisations to license our technology Engaging stakeholders within these organisations and building familiarity with our platform Advocating the platform’s features and capabilities, matching them to the partner’s needs You will combine: Scientific understanding of GEiGS® and gene‑editing technologies (like CRISPR) and RNAi Agritech market awareness, including industry trends, key players and priorities A disciplined approach towards diligently researching and vetting potential customers Engaging potential customers in initial discussions to understand their pain points, and where GEiGS® could be a potential solution The primary focus of this role will be on the above, but there could be opportunities to contribute to commercial proposals depending on performance and interest. Key Responsibilities Market Research be persistent with outreach Self‑reliant and comfortable operating in agile, dynamic environments Proactive and self‑driven – takes initiative in research, outreach and problem‑solving Non‑essential but Advantageous Attributes Curious and commercially aware – interested in how scientific innovation translates into real‑world value Prior exposure or experience in a sales or customer‑facing (external stakeholder) environment Understanding of the agritech/agribusiness landscape, including key players and market dynamics Experience conducting market research What This Opportunity Will Offer You Hands‑on exposure to technical sales and business development in agritech Opportunity to work at the interface of science and commercial strategy Further development of communication, market analysis, and stakeholder engagement skills Mentorship from commercial and technical leadership A stepping stone to assess interest in longer‑term commercial roles Additional Information Job Location – Norwich UK Time Requirement – Full Time Contract – 12‑month FTC Close date – 19/04/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr