NIAB
Callow, Herefordshire
Agronomy Trials Technicians Callow, Herefordshire HR2 8DA / Headley Hall, Tadcaster, LS24 9NT (with occasional travel to other trial sites across the UK) Starting from £24,454 per annum with paid overtime during peak season About the role We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join both our Callow, Herefordshire and Headley Hall, Tadcaster Trials Team. This exciting opportunity offers hands-on experience in agronomy and/or machinery operation, working across a diverse range of crops, primarily in the West and Northern areas. The role will focus on delivering high-quality field trials, aimed at evaluating crop varietal performance, soils and nutrition, disease management, and agrochemical efficacy. In addition, you will have the opportunity to operate a variety of specialist trials machinery to ensure efficient and precise delivery of trial protocols. If you have an interest in agriculture, this position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to cutting-edge agricultural research. While prior experience in trials, agriculture or machinery operation is desirable, we welcome applications from candidates without this experience, as full training will be provided. Contract: Permanent Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Main Duties: Seed & Drilling: Preparation of seed and assisting in drilling operation ensuring accuracy and attention to detail. Trial Monitoring & Assessing: Undertake regular checks and assessment of trials throughout the growing season, noting observations on plant health, growth, and pest/disease activity. Spraying & Crop Management: Assist with crop protection tasks, including pesticide and fertiliser application using both tractor mounted and knapsack sprayers. Harvesting & Processing: Assist with combining, data collection and processing of samples for further analysis Data Recording & Reporting: Accurately record trial data, including agronomic observations, yield data and any other relevant findings. Physical & Outdoor Work: Engage in outdoor work across varying weather conditions and assist with manual handling tasks (up to 25kg). Essential Requirements: An interest in agriculture, research, and crop science. Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately record trial data. Ability to work efficiently as part of a team, with the flexibility to undertake tasks independently. A positive, self-motivated attitude and a proactive approach to tasks. A full UK driving licence is essential as travelling to our other trial sites within the region and occasionally to our other centres around the UK is required. Prepared to work unsociable hours at certain times of the year. Desirable Requirements: Qualifications in science or agricultural subject. Previous experience in agronomy, crop management, or field trials is advantageous, but not essential. Familiarity with using agricultural machinery or trials equipment would be beneficial. Forklift, PA1, PA2, PA4 and PA6. Microsoft office e.g. Word and Excel. About Us Niab is a dynamic, research-led and market-driven plant bioscience organisation, with an emphasis on innovative applications for end-users in the agricultural, horticultural and food sectors. With almost 90 years' experience of technology evaluation and transfer, Niab is spear-heading the advancement of plant genetic resources through research, technical services and training. Benefits Benefits include 25 days holiday plus public holidays and 3 days off during the Christmas period, generous sick pay, attractive pension scheme, income protection, life assurance, employee discount scheme and a comprehensive training programme. Niab actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. As a Disability Confident Employer, we have a positive approach to employing people living with a disability. Application Process To apply, please select the link below to your preferred location and to learn more about the application process and what to expect along with a link to the Job Description. SV/A1111 - Agronomy Trials Technician, Callow, Herefordshire SV/A1389 - Agronomy Trials Technician, Headley Hall, Tadcaster Closing date: 15 March 2026. Important Information This is a UK-based role. You will be required to demonstrate your right to work in the UK as part of the recruitment process. Where the role meets the relevant criteria, we are able to consider Skilled Worker visa sponsorship in line with Home Office requirements. Any offer of sponsorship will be subject to the role meeting the skill and salary thresholds and to the individual meeting the Home Office eligibility criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under the Equality Act 2010. Niab reserves the right to withdraw or close this vacancy at any time. You can also apply for this role by clicking the Apply Button.
Agronomy Trials Technicians Callow, Herefordshire HR2 8DA / Headley Hall, Tadcaster, LS24 9NT (with occasional travel to other trial sites across the UK) Starting from £24,454 per annum with paid overtime during peak season About the role We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join both our Callow, Herefordshire and Headley Hall, Tadcaster Trials Team. This exciting opportunity offers hands-on experience in agronomy and/or machinery operation, working across a diverse range of crops, primarily in the West and Northern areas. The role will focus on delivering high-quality field trials, aimed at evaluating crop varietal performance, soils and nutrition, disease management, and agrochemical efficacy. In addition, you will have the opportunity to operate a variety of specialist trials machinery to ensure efficient and precise delivery of trial protocols. If you have an interest in agriculture, this position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to cutting-edge agricultural research. While prior experience in trials, agriculture or machinery operation is desirable, we welcome applications from candidates without this experience, as full training will be provided. Contract: Permanent Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Main Duties: Seed & Drilling: Preparation of seed and assisting in drilling operation ensuring accuracy and attention to detail. Trial Monitoring & Assessing: Undertake regular checks and assessment of trials throughout the growing season, noting observations on plant health, growth, and pest/disease activity. Spraying & Crop Management: Assist with crop protection tasks, including pesticide and fertiliser application using both tractor mounted and knapsack sprayers. Harvesting & Processing: Assist with combining, data collection and processing of samples for further analysis Data Recording & Reporting: Accurately record trial data, including agronomic observations, yield data and any other relevant findings. Physical & Outdoor Work: Engage in outdoor work across varying weather conditions and assist with manual handling tasks (up to 25kg). Essential Requirements: An interest in agriculture, research, and crop science. Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately record trial data. Ability to work efficiently as part of a team, with the flexibility to undertake tasks independently. A positive, self-motivated attitude and a proactive approach to tasks. A full UK driving licence is essential as travelling to our other trial sites within the region and occasionally to our other centres around the UK is required. Prepared to work unsociable hours at certain times of the year. Desirable Requirements: Qualifications in science or agricultural subject. Previous experience in agronomy, crop management, or field trials is advantageous, but not essential. Familiarity with using agricultural machinery or trials equipment would be beneficial. Forklift, PA1, PA2, PA4 and PA6. Microsoft office e.g. Word and Excel. About Us Niab is a dynamic, research-led and market-driven plant bioscience organisation, with an emphasis on innovative applications for end-users in the agricultural, horticultural and food sectors. With almost 90 years' experience of technology evaluation and transfer, Niab is spear-heading the advancement of plant genetic resources through research, technical services and training. Benefits Benefits include 25 days holiday plus public holidays and 3 days off during the Christmas period, generous sick pay, attractive pension scheme, income protection, life assurance, employee discount scheme and a comprehensive training programme. Niab actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. As a Disability Confident Employer, we have a positive approach to employing people living with a disability. Application Process To apply, please select the link below to your preferred location and to learn more about the application process and what to expect along with a link to the Job Description. SV/A1111 - Agronomy Trials Technician, Callow, Herefordshire SV/A1389 - Agronomy Trials Technician, Headley Hall, Tadcaster Closing date: 15 March 2026. Important Information This is a UK-based role. You will be required to demonstrate your right to work in the UK as part of the recruitment process. Where the role meets the relevant criteria, we are able to consider Skilled Worker visa sponsorship in line with Home Office requirements. Any offer of sponsorship will be subject to the role meeting the skill and salary thresholds and to the individual meeting the Home Office eligibility criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and do not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under the Equality Act 2010. Niab reserves the right to withdraw or close this vacancy at any time. You can also apply for this role by clicking the Apply Button.
Aptar Italia S.P.A.
Cwmbran, Gwent
Job Opportunity - Specialist, Formulation Nanopharm, an Aptar Pharma Company, is a world leading specialist contract research and development organization offering product development services for orally inhaled and nasal drug products (OINDPs). Nanopharm operates a fee-for-service model, helping its clients navigate the scientific, technical and regulatory challenges in developing nasal and respiratory drug products from discovery through to clinical investigations ('IND'). Its service offerings provide the most efficient path to success for its clients by providing an integrated product development service covering: Advanced materials characterization Analytical method development Formulation development and testing Inhaled biopharmaceutics These early phase services aid successful product development by understanding how material properties and processing conditions influence product functionality and therefore reduce risks and expedite drug development timelines. Nanopharm's proprietary technology and analytical platforms for advanced materials characterization, formulation & device development and in-silico modelling of in vivo behaviour, have provided Nanopharm a technical competitive edge, helping it become an international market leader. For more information visit: You should work here because we: Attract and develop high performing people. Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. Allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment. Invest in the development of employees through local, regional and global career opportunities. Contribute to the communities where we reside. What's new with Aptar Nanopharm is a prominent player in the Inhalation industry, with our laboratory service provision in Wales, United Kingdom. We specialise in the development and testing of inhalable and nasal pharmaceutical products, collaborating closely with pharmaceutical companies to ensure product safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance. We have an exciting positionopen at Nanopharm, which is an Aptar Pharma Company: Specialist, Formulation reporting into Manager, Technical Specialists. These positions will be based in Cwmbran and will involve conducting pharmaceutical product analysis for our customers to a high degree of precision and efficiency. Job descriptions cover approximately 85% of a role and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties. You are expected to carry out other activities that are within reasonable scope of the role. Role Overview General To operate as a Scientific and Technical Expert in your specific speciality. This speciality will be in focused and dedicated field recognised in the industry To support the Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs) in Nanopharm in the capacity of using your specialism, to allow delivery of the revenue-generating portfolio of work for our customers, internally and externally, efficiently, and effectively. This may include: Provides technical experience and support to development teams. Expected to be a hands on role where scientist provides practical application of specialist skill e.g. use of specialised instruments Senior user and responsible person for specialist equipment and laboratory areas, in conjunction with the Operations team Learning, teaching, and training of Nanopharm team members. Reviewing reports for technical and scientific accuracy with regards to data analysis or conclusions (but not as a routine reviewer). Involved in customer/stakeholder/sponsor discussions and presentations to ensure the most significant capabilities are made available to these interfaces. The resolution of technical challenges faced by the scientific teams. To support our customers, academic/regulatory agency collaborations with product development programs leveraging the full range of tools and resources. This may include: Participating in calls, workshops, problem solving, technical discussions and project review processes/meetings as required, to leverage your experience and technical capabilities. Lead dynamic metric-based teams to solve critical problems, move technology/capability forward or as part of internal programs. Develop the relevant SOPs, tools, processes, and associated methodologies (if required) for the use by the Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs), for use in revenue and internal projects. To support novel research and development in the field of aerosol-based delivery technologies and associated disease state treatments, including the development of new inventions and intellectual property primarily in the fields of formulation of aerosol based pharmaceutical technologies. Support the monitoring of the critical equipment within your specialist area for effectiveness and operability/efficiency. Support the comprehensive Preventative maintenance and Reactive Maintenance as required. To enhance the capabilities and reputation of Nanopharm continuously. Present at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Act as a role model for the organisation as a scientific leader in the organisation. Act as the technical exert the specialist field, supporting customers, Nanopharm team members, academic/industrial partners, regulatory agencies, Aptar Senior Management, Aptar R&D and Aptar Business Development in this area. Assess the applicability and limitations of new technologies within specialist field and make recommendations for use in Nanopharm Identifies potential efficiency gains in core area of expertise that facilitate project and product delivery. Build and maintain awareness of external experts and relevant technology suppliers in specialist field Responsible for the management and leadership of specialist area methods, processes and associated tools/techniques People To inspire all departmental team members by personal example and good work ethic, ensuring alignment to the work being conducted to the values, vision and core strategy. Provide training to scientific staff to give confidence to personnel in their ability to conduct laboratory tasks related to their specialism. Clearly communicate and update senior members of the Nanopharm team (Senior Specialists, Associate Managers, heads of department, etc.) on the status of ongoing tasks throughout the day and raise errors or issues promptly. Participate in the recruitment process of new team members (if required). Accountable for identifying any training needs for PDUs and notifying Heads of Department to ensure robust training plans are put in place. Ensuring absences are logged and tracked in the system and diligently approved in a reasonable amount of time. Creating a work environment that ensures good retention of staff, with low levels of turnover, within areas the areas you work in. Science & Research To actively support internal research programs and ensure timely delivery of these projects as all others in the portfolio. Ensure you remain up to date with current trends and changes within the specialist field Encourage and support the application of rigorous scientific approaches and the use of peer reviewed journal material in customer-oriented documentation (e.g. reports) Actively build and improve our IP portfolio with technology, know-how and filing patents as required. Participate in scientific discussions and industry/advocacy groups, professional organisations and Scientific Roundtables involving Nanopharm/Aptar team and third parties (e.g. clients/other Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations/Universities) Prepare and distribute internally (Nanopharm and Aptar Pharma) key findings from scientific conferences and webinars. operations Technical support to Nanopharm Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs) within the realm of your speciality Support data interpretation, problem solving activities and guidance to Nanopharm Pharmaceutical Development Units To identify new areas of technical, process, equipment, and capability development for Nanopharm teams within your specialisation. Lead selected improvement deployment at Nanopharm into a commercially viable offering/services. Provide training and knowledge sessions to Nanopharm teams. Conduct internal training for Aptar R&D and Business Development personnel. Identify, suggest and support CapEx purchases for subsequent years/periods with a view to ensuring we maintain our current business levels or growth. Contribute to the assessment of additional training requirements for analytical staff related to separation sciences. Take ownership for own training and development, highlighting to management where you feel further training is required. Basics Always promote Nanopharm & Aptar's best interests by the positive and effective way you perform your duties modelling our Core Values and Rules of Leadership. Always comply and proactively engage with Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability policies, procedures and instructions to ensure the safety of you and your colleagues. Always comply and proactively engage with Quality policies, procedures and instructions to ensure we deliver quality work, data and reports. . click apply for full job details
Job Opportunity - Specialist, Formulation Nanopharm, an Aptar Pharma Company, is a world leading specialist contract research and development organization offering product development services for orally inhaled and nasal drug products (OINDPs). Nanopharm operates a fee-for-service model, helping its clients navigate the scientific, technical and regulatory challenges in developing nasal and respiratory drug products from discovery through to clinical investigations ('IND'). Its service offerings provide the most efficient path to success for its clients by providing an integrated product development service covering: Advanced materials characterization Analytical method development Formulation development and testing Inhaled biopharmaceutics These early phase services aid successful product development by understanding how material properties and processing conditions influence product functionality and therefore reduce risks and expedite drug development timelines. Nanopharm's proprietary technology and analytical platforms for advanced materials characterization, formulation & device development and in-silico modelling of in vivo behaviour, have provided Nanopharm a technical competitive edge, helping it become an international market leader. For more information visit: You should work here because we: Attract and develop high performing people. Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. Allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment. Invest in the development of employees through local, regional and global career opportunities. Contribute to the communities where we reside. What's new with Aptar Nanopharm is a prominent player in the Inhalation industry, with our laboratory service provision in Wales, United Kingdom. We specialise in the development and testing of inhalable and nasal pharmaceutical products, collaborating closely with pharmaceutical companies to ensure product safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance. We have an exciting positionopen at Nanopharm, which is an Aptar Pharma Company: Specialist, Formulation reporting into Manager, Technical Specialists. These positions will be based in Cwmbran and will involve conducting pharmaceutical product analysis for our customers to a high degree of precision and efficiency. Job descriptions cover approximately 85% of a role and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties. You are expected to carry out other activities that are within reasonable scope of the role. Role Overview General To operate as a Scientific and Technical Expert in your specific speciality. This speciality will be in focused and dedicated field recognised in the industry To support the Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs) in Nanopharm in the capacity of using your specialism, to allow delivery of the revenue-generating portfolio of work for our customers, internally and externally, efficiently, and effectively. This may include: Provides technical experience and support to development teams. Expected to be a hands on role where scientist provides practical application of specialist skill e.g. use of specialised instruments Senior user and responsible person for specialist equipment and laboratory areas, in conjunction with the Operations team Learning, teaching, and training of Nanopharm team members. Reviewing reports for technical and scientific accuracy with regards to data analysis or conclusions (but not as a routine reviewer). Involved in customer/stakeholder/sponsor discussions and presentations to ensure the most significant capabilities are made available to these interfaces. The resolution of technical challenges faced by the scientific teams. To support our customers, academic/regulatory agency collaborations with product development programs leveraging the full range of tools and resources. This may include: Participating in calls, workshops, problem solving, technical discussions and project review processes/meetings as required, to leverage your experience and technical capabilities. Lead dynamic metric-based teams to solve critical problems, move technology/capability forward or as part of internal programs. Develop the relevant SOPs, tools, processes, and associated methodologies (if required) for the use by the Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs), for use in revenue and internal projects. To support novel research and development in the field of aerosol-based delivery technologies and associated disease state treatments, including the development of new inventions and intellectual property primarily in the fields of formulation of aerosol based pharmaceutical technologies. Support the monitoring of the critical equipment within your specialist area for effectiveness and operability/efficiency. Support the comprehensive Preventative maintenance and Reactive Maintenance as required. To enhance the capabilities and reputation of Nanopharm continuously. Present at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Act as a role model for the organisation as a scientific leader in the organisation. Act as the technical exert the specialist field, supporting customers, Nanopharm team members, academic/industrial partners, regulatory agencies, Aptar Senior Management, Aptar R&D and Aptar Business Development in this area. Assess the applicability and limitations of new technologies within specialist field and make recommendations for use in Nanopharm Identifies potential efficiency gains in core area of expertise that facilitate project and product delivery. Build and maintain awareness of external experts and relevant technology suppliers in specialist field Responsible for the management and leadership of specialist area methods, processes and associated tools/techniques People To inspire all departmental team members by personal example and good work ethic, ensuring alignment to the work being conducted to the values, vision and core strategy. Provide training to scientific staff to give confidence to personnel in their ability to conduct laboratory tasks related to their specialism. Clearly communicate and update senior members of the Nanopharm team (Senior Specialists, Associate Managers, heads of department, etc.) on the status of ongoing tasks throughout the day and raise errors or issues promptly. Participate in the recruitment process of new team members (if required). Accountable for identifying any training needs for PDUs and notifying Heads of Department to ensure robust training plans are put in place. Ensuring absences are logged and tracked in the system and diligently approved in a reasonable amount of time. Creating a work environment that ensures good retention of staff, with low levels of turnover, within areas the areas you work in. Science & Research To actively support internal research programs and ensure timely delivery of these projects as all others in the portfolio. Ensure you remain up to date with current trends and changes within the specialist field Encourage and support the application of rigorous scientific approaches and the use of peer reviewed journal material in customer-oriented documentation (e.g. reports) Actively build and improve our IP portfolio with technology, know-how and filing patents as required. Participate in scientific discussions and industry/advocacy groups, professional organisations and Scientific Roundtables involving Nanopharm/Aptar team and third parties (e.g. clients/other Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations/Universities) Prepare and distribute internally (Nanopharm and Aptar Pharma) key findings from scientific conferences and webinars. operations Technical support to Nanopharm Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs) within the realm of your speciality Support data interpretation, problem solving activities and guidance to Nanopharm Pharmaceutical Development Units To identify new areas of technical, process, equipment, and capability development for Nanopharm teams within your specialisation. Lead selected improvement deployment at Nanopharm into a commercially viable offering/services. Provide training and knowledge sessions to Nanopharm teams. Conduct internal training for Aptar R&D and Business Development personnel. Identify, suggest and support CapEx purchases for subsequent years/periods with a view to ensuring we maintain our current business levels or growth. Contribute to the assessment of additional training requirements for analytical staff related to separation sciences. Take ownership for own training and development, highlighting to management where you feel further training is required. Basics Always promote Nanopharm & Aptar's best interests by the positive and effective way you perform your duties modelling our Core Values and Rules of Leadership. Always comply and proactively engage with Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability policies, procedures and instructions to ensure the safety of you and your colleagues. Always comply and proactively engage with Quality policies, procedures and instructions to ensure we deliver quality work, data and reports. . click apply for full job details
