Field Research Manager - Plant Performance & NUE/WUE

ICL Group; Daventry; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ICL Group seeks a Technical Field Research Manager in Daventry, with hybrid working. Lead evaluation and development of technologies focused on plant performance, NUE and WUE across global markets. Drive trials from idea to launch and support product development with robust scientific evidence.

The role requires expertise in plant physiology, trial design and data analysis, plus strong communication and project management. International travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• Degree in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Crop Science, Horticulture, Agriculture or related discipline.
• Proven experience in agricultural R&D.
• Strong understanding of plant physiology, NUE and WUE.
• Experience designing trials, analysing data and producing technical reports.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• MSc, PhD, BASIS and/or FACTS qualifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage and evaluate field, glasshouse and laboratory trials.
• Develop innovative technologies and products focused on NUE, WUE and plant physiology.
• Analyse and interpret scientific data to support commercial opportunities and product claims.
• Manage research projects, budgets, timelines and external research partnerships.
• Collaborate with global R&D, marketing, regulatory and commercial teams.
• Support product launches through technical training, scientific presentations and customer engagement.
• Contribute to intellectual property development, including patents and invention disclosures.

Skills

Field trial design

Data analysis

Project management

Scientific communication

Team collaboration

Education

MSc

PhD

BASIS/FACTS advantageous

Job description

ICL Group seeks a Technical Field Research Manager in Daventry, with hybrid working. Lead evaluation and development of technologies focused on plant performance, NUE and WUE across global markets. Drive trials from idea to launch and support product development with robust scientific evidence.

The role requires expertise in plant physiology, trial design and data analysis, plus strong communication and project management. International travel may be involved.