R&D Lead for Seed Technology Innovation

7 days ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom PepsiCo Full time
Purpose

This critical role is responsible for driving the development and implementation of innovative seed technologies for PepsiCo's agricultural science team.

Key responsibilities include:
  1. Developing and executing strategies to enhance seed quality and efficiency in seed ramp operations.
  2. Providing technical leadership in seed science, technology, and practices, collaborating with seed producers and growers to support adoption of new varieties.
  3. Managing projects to improve seed science, technology, and practices, including experimental lifecycle, data analysis, and project budgeting.
  4. Negotiating with external parties to deliver cost-effective programs and secure proprietary positions for PepsiCo.
  5. Collaborating with breeders, physiologists, molecular/biochemical scientists, agronomists, farm personnel, and technicians to drive cultural evolution in PepsiCo teams and public collaborators around seed science and technology.
Requirements

This role requires:
  1. A minimum of 3+ years of commercial experience in agricultural science, with expertise in seed science and technology, including regulatory aspects and commercialization.
  2. Strong understanding of R&D processes, agriculture, crop management, and plant breeding principles.
  3. Proven leadership skills, with a track record of success in managing project execution via internal and external collaborations and partnerships.
  4. Excellent communication and networking ability with internal and external audiences that have a wide range of scientific expertise.


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