Crop Technology Associate Scientist (R&D Agricultural Science)

PepsiCo, Inc., Leicester

Crop Technology Associate Scientist (R&D Agricultural Science)

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PepsiCo, Inc., Leicester

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 6 days ago, 16 Jun | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

successful implementation within field teams and grower operations.

  • Work closely with trialling teams and partner growers to support adoption, providing hands-on guidance and troubleshooting in real-world environments. Translate technical solutions into clear, practical guidance (e.g. SOPs, user materials) to enable consistent use across regions. Act as a key link between R&D and field operations, gathering feedback and driving continuous improvement of tools and processes. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive engagement and uptake of new technologies at scale. Support the validation and evaluation of crop-technology solutions to enable effective deployment. Contribute to trials as needed, including assessment of tool performance and usability in field conditions. Qualifications Degree in Agriculture, Crop Science, Agronomy, Plant Science, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field, with early-career experience in field trials, ag-technology,
  • or applied research.
  • Practical experience working with field-based technologies, including equipment use, basic troubleshooting, and working with SOPs. Experience supporting the implementation or rollout of new tools, technologies, or methods, including gathering user feedback. Ability to work in collaborative, cross-functional environments, building strong relationships with technical teams and growers. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to different audiences. Organised, proactive, and motivated to apply technology to real-world agricultural challenges.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/crop-technology-associate-scientist-r-d-agricultural-126983082