Farm Research Officer

7 days ago

York, York City, United Kingdom Genus Full time


Business overview

Promar International is part of Genus plc, an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. Promar is a leading provider of consultancy services to farmers, food companies, and retailers. We create and analyse a vast array of industry data to keep us at the forefront of trends and provide reliable evidence to back our advice.

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.  Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.

Our Values

  • Collaborate as One Team
  • Create Value for Customers
  • Innovate with Purpose
  • Never stop improving

DEI

Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed.



Role Overview

We are looking for a new Farm Research Officer to join the North England team on a full-time, permanent basis.

You will need to have strong communication skills (oral and written), a head for numbers and enjoy working with data.

You will also have a detailed knowledge of British agriculture, and the ability to appreciate the difficulties and issues faced by farmers and growers in the UK. 



Essential duties and responsibilities

  • Collect farm business account data and information in a range of formats (e.g. hard copy invoices, cheque books, bank statements, farm accounts packages)
  • Produce a fully balanced electronic account of the farm businesses on an annual basis
  • Interview farmers and gain additional information related to their business, farming and land management activities (for example, their business management practices, agri-environmental activities, and water usage)
  • Undertake travel to and from farms and farm business offices in the range of tasks required to perform the role fully
  • Responsibility for senior duties such as mentoring of new staff, supporting manager with organisation of the sample, farm recruitment and creation of sector report for your region, dependent on skillset.


Requirements

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Suite of programs including Excel and Word
  • Good general knowledge and understanding of British Agriculture
  • Good knowledge of farm business management
  • Possess a full and valid driving license


Equal Employment Opportunities

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.


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