Overview:
The Agricultural Science team within PepsiCo Global R&D is seeking a Crop Technology Associate Scientist to support the global deployment and adoption of crop‑technology solutions across trialling teams and grower networks.
As a team, we work across the full lifecycle of crop technologies—from identification and validation through to deployment—and this role will primarily focus on ensuring technologies are successfully implemented and used in real‑world agricultural environments.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working across multiple technologies, engaging directly with field teams and growers, and translating technical tools into practical, scalable solutions. The role also supports the evaluation and validation of technologies, while playing a key part in ensuring their consistent and effective use across global field operations.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the deployment of crop‑technology tools and methods across global trialling networks, ensuring successful implementation within field teams and grower operations.
- Work closely with trialling teams and partner growers to support adoption, providing hands-on guidance and troubleshooting in real-world environments.
- Translate technical solutions into clear, practical guidance (e.g. SOPs, user materials) to enable consistent use across regions.
- Act as a key link between R&D and field operations, gathering feedback and driving continuous improvement of tools and processes.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive engagement and uptake of new technologies at scale.
- Support the validation and evaluation of crop‑technology solutions to enable effective deployment.
- Contribute to trials as needed, including assessment of tool performance and usability in field conditions.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Agriculture, Crop Science, Agronomy, Plant Science, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field, with early-career experience in field trials, ag‑technology, or applied research.
- Practical experience working with field-based technologies, including equipment use, basic troubleshooting, and working with SOPs.
- Experience supporting the implementation or rollout of new tools, technologies, or methods, including gathering user feedback.
- Ability to work in collaborative, cross-functional environments, building strong relationships with technical teams and growers.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to different audiences.
- Organised, proactive, and motivated to apply technology to real-world agricultural challenges.
