Dyson Farming Research - Placement Student

Dyson; Washingborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned agriculture firm is offering a placement for a student in the UK to assist with research in farming practices over a 3-month contract. The role involves supporting data collection for various crops, assisting with crop husbandry tasks, and working across multiple farm sites. Candidates should be studying a relevant undergraduate qualification and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Benefits include 24 days holiday, life assurance, and access to product discounts.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Awareness of research methods and research integrity.
• Excellent organizational skills and able to take the initiative.
• Full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Supporting primary data collection across various crops.
• Assisting with crop husbandry tasks.
• Working across different farm sites and potential travel.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Computer literacy including MS Office

Education

Studying towards an undergraduate qualification in Biology, Geography, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences or similar

Job description

Overview

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. There is an exciting opportunity for a placement student to join the Dyson Farming Research Team. The successful candidate should be dynamic, enthusiastic, and hands-on. This experience will allow you to acquire knowledge and skills that will support your academic studies and help you develop the practical, interpersonal, and business competencies needed in the workplace. Working alongside our experienced Research Team, you will gain insight into our unique business and build a foundation for future career plans. The role will require effective collaboration with the team to ensure the efficient running of Dyson Farming's research trials. This will be a 3 month fixed-term contract.

Responsibilities

• Supporting primary data collection across a variety of crops, including strawberries, potatoes, combinables and environmental monitoring
• Assisting with crop husbandry tasks
• Working across our Nocton Farm and Carrington Glasshouse sites, with potential travel to our Oxfordshire Farm

Placement Details

You will be assigned a Student Placement Mentor who will support you throughout your placement and tailor the experience to your interests and course requirements. Additionally, you will undertake a research project based on a real-life challenge faced by Dyson Farming. This project will help you develop key skills such as project management, communication, and time management. You may also have the opportunity to present your findings to the wider Dyson Farming team and clients at our Summer Research Meeting.

Personal Specification

• Studying towards an undergraduate qualification in Biology, Geography, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences or similar.
• Awareness of research methods and research integrity
• Proactive attitude and commitment to health and safety.
• Excellent organisational skills and able to take the initiative.
• Computer literate including MS Office.
• Professional manner and confident communication skills, with the ability to interact with individuals from a range of backgrounds.
• Proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Willing to take responsibility and ownership for tasks.
• Keen to suggest improvements to current ways of working.
• Ability to work autonomously when required, whilst still possessing strong team work skills.
• Full driving licence

Benefits

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rota)
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Charitable Giving via payroll (Give as You Earn)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu jab
• Free eye test
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to product discounts
• Organised social events
• Free parking