Research Agronomist
@Dyson Farming posted 1 day ago Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 56075
Job Description
Dyson Farming * Nocton, Lincolnshire * Permanent * Full-time Dyson Farming is a family-owned business, with a vision to benefit future generations through a commitment to commercially viable and environmentally sustainable food production at scale. We strive to be industry leaders in efficient, carbon-neutral, high-technology agriculture, employing highly skilled, pioneering people and supported by research and development in an ever-closer partnership with our sister company, Dyson. We see the future of agriculture as an exciting opportunity to improve the nation’s food security, health, and economic growth.**Requirements** * Provide expert agronomic and technical support for the Dyson Farming’s agronomy research portfolio (herbicides, fungicides, varieties, nutrition biologicals). * Translate complex R&D data into actionable insights for Dyson Farming Research members and internal teams at Dyson Farming. * Produce and deliver knowledge transfer materials including presentations, technical bulletins, presentations, and digital content tailored to growers, advisors, and industry stakeholders. * Manage precision farming projects across the business, ensuring effective use of data-driven tools and technologies to support decision-making, improve input efficiency, and enhance crop performance. * Engage with our grower members through field days, technical workshops, webinars, and direct consultations to share findings and gather feedback. * Collaborate with farm managers, agronomists, and external trial customers to ensure research is grounded in practical farming realities and supports operational decision-making. * Evaluate the impact of research adoption and knowledge transfer activities across the Dyson Farming network. **Person specification** * Proven experience in commercial farming, agronomy, or agricultural consultancy, ideally within large-scale or progressive farming systems. * Strong technical background in agricultural science, soil science, crop management, precision farming technology or related disciplines. * Experience with pest and disease prediction modelling, including the use of forecasting tools and data-driven decision support systems. * BASIS and FACTs qualified. * Demonstrated ability to translate research into practice, with a track record of delivering value on-farm. * Excellent communication skills, with experience communicating technical content for diverse audiences. * Comfortable working in both field and office environments. * Familiarity with data analysis tools and digital platforms for knowledge dissemination. * Comfortable working across disciplines, from crop management to drone technology, no two days are the same. * Full driving licence **Benefits** * 24 days holiday plus bank holidays * Life assurance; * Pension scheme; * Charitable Giving via payroll (Give as You Earn); * Cycle to work scheme; * Free annual flu jab; * Free eye test; * Employee Assistant Programme; * Access to product discounts; * Organised social events; * Free parking. Dyson Farming