Are you passionate about horticulture and scientific research? Join Evergreen Garden Care, the leading garden care company outside North America, dedicated to helping people create greener, better spaces for happier, healthier lives. With market‑leading brands and a passionate team, we deliver high‑quality products to gardeners across the UK, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.
The Role:
As a Trials Specialist, you’ll play a key part in our R&D team, designing, implementing, and reporting on field and glasshouse trials for new and existing products. You’ll help drive product innovation and ensure our research programme is delivered to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design, implement, and report on field and glasshouse trials, including competitor products and experimental processes.
* Manage your own trials: stock control, product application, data collection, digital capture (photos, drone), and record keeping.
* Analyse and interpret trial data, presenting results at annual reviews.
* Ensure all work meets ORETO/GFP standards and company EH&S policies.
* Liaise with R&D, Marketing, and Production teams to support product innovation and feedback.
What We’re Looking For:
* Degree (or equivalent) in a science discipline, ideally biological.
* Minimum 4 years’ recent experience in research and trials for registration purposes.
* Strong skills in experimental design, statistics, and report writing.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ARM and drones is a plus.
* Full driving licence and good practical horticultural skills.
* Organised, methodical, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
* Flexible to work weekends on a rota and physically capable of manual work.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a market‑leading, innovative company with a passion for greener spaces.
* Work with top brands and a supportive, collaborative team.
* Opportunities for growth and development.
* Competitive benefits package.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Associate
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Research, Analyst, and Science
* Industries: Manufacturing
Ready to help our company and your career flourish? Apply now and join us in making a difference!
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