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Research and Development Manager

SRG are proud to support one of the worlds largest independent suppliers and innovators of seed enhancement products in their search for a Research and Development Manager, based in the UK, to support their world-wide operations.

Due to their growth in the global marketplace through the launch of new products and market penetration our client is seeking an R&D Manager who will strengthen their position as leaders in their field.

Reporting to the UK-based Business Director, the successful candidate will hold overall responsibility for the technical leadership for all sugar beet business within the group. She or he will be accountable for technical innovation and development of cutting edge products for the global marketplace. Other key responsibilities include working with operations to support the improvement of manufacturing consistency and throughput, in addition to the effective project management of key research and development activities.

To meet the demands of this high profile role you must come from a research and development or quality background and are likely to have had exposure to the food processing, agriculture or pharmaceutical sectors. Candidates will possess extensive experience within research and development (including field or clinical trials). You will have demonstrable experience in pushing forward levels of innovation.

Applicants will ideally possess a degree/PhD or equivalent in Life Sciences or Chemistry. Excellent communication and numeracy skills are essential and an additional European language such as French or German would be desirable.



The recruiter has stated that all applicants for this job should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK. Carlisle Staffing plc, trading as SRG is an Employment Business/Agency.

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