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Additional Information

At Eurofins Kalyx, we're committed to fostering a workplace built on curiosity, collaboration, diversity, and innovation. We value people who bring fresh ideas, enjoy solving challenges and want to contribute to the future of agriculture.

If you're looking for an opportunity to make an impact while growing your career with a respected industry leader in our Pukekohe branch, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of agriculture.

Applications should include:

• A Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria above

• A copy of your current resume

• Contact details of 2 referees.

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Company Description

Eurofins Kalyx is a leading agricultural research company helping shape the future of farming across Australia and New Zealand. Through independent field trials, scientific expertise, and innovative research, we support the development of safer, more sustainable agricultural solutions.

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced research agronomist for our Pukekohe branch.

This is a full-time, permanent role (40 hours per week).

Salary: NZD $80,000 - $90,000 per annum, dependent on skills, qualifications and experience.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing 15-25 agricultural R&D field trials, in accordance with trial protocols.
• Planning, implementing and monitoring field trial activities throughout the trial lifecycle.
• Conducting assessments and observations to evaluate treatment outcomes.
• Applying trial treatments and undertaking maintenance activities in accordance with health, safety and quality requirements.
• Accurately collecting, analysing and interpreting scientific data in a timely manner.
• Working with Research Support Officers to ensure data integrity and the timely delivery of final reports.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with local growers, clients and industry stakeholders and colleagues.

Required skills:

• Sound understanding of agricultural research principles and field trial methodology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, manage and monitor multiple field trials simultaneously.
• Experience collecting, analysing and interpreting agricultural or scientific data.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate, detailed records.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with growers, clients and industry stakeholders.
• Sound organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• A degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Science, Agronomy or a related Science discipline from a recognised tertiary institution.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience conducting R&D field trials across a range of crop types and environments.