Trialing Unit Lead

To generate data by carrying out product biology field trials of new & existing products as per assigned protocols.

• Digital initiatives in trialing
• Report generation
• Find best performing dose in terms of efficacy in various CP trials
• Visual excellence

Accountabilities

• Execution of product biology field trials as per assigned protocols.
• Co-ordination with sales team of the area for field selection & problem handling if required.
• Ensure 100% data capture by EDC.
• Report/Export data within same day to cloud/ARM.
• Crop agronomy expert.
• Knowledge of crop protection products.
• Understanding of experimental designs and data analysis.
• Familiarity with application equipment and safety practices.
• Maintain good relationships with key E. I’s and across functions.
• Compliance to CoC, HSE, Driving and other company policies.
• Deliver Quality raw data and single trial reports.
• Ensure rating in “Trial rating tool”.
• Support team colleagues relating to data capturing.
• Compliance to quality parameters defined for each parameter.
• Statistical understanding of trials data and implementation.
• Travel to find the required pest and crop in area.

• M.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture
• Specialization in Agri. Entomology, Plant Pathology and Agronomy will be preferred

Critical Experience

• 2-3 years’ experience of CP trialing
• Should be familiar with local communities/norms

Skills

• Communication skills
• EDC usage
• Computer skills
• Adaptability
• Time management
• Creative thinking
• Team player

Additional Information:

Technical, Professional, and Personal Capabilities

• Very good understanding of execution of product biology field trials: field selection, layout, randomization, sampling, assessment, compilation and reporting data, presentation of trial results, etc.
• Strong ability to monitor pest or crop situation in the field and provide best pest management for non-target pest in trialing area.
• Good communication, computer, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new skills.
• Monitoring of competitors’ activity in the field and regular reporting to line manager.