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Data scientist - Agriculture (Contract)

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Harpenden
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Data scientist - Agriculture (Contract)

Harpenden, United Kingdom

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Role Overview - We’re looking for a Data Scientist with a strong background in agrochemicals, crop science, or agricultural R&D, and a passion for working with live, streaming, or sensor-based data. You’ll help us build robust datasets from real-time field trials, integrate diverse data sources, and develop predictive models that guide product development and deployment.

Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement pipelines to ingest, clean, and structure live data from field sensors, drones, and environmental monitoring systems.Build scalable datasets that integrate genotype, environment, and management (GxExM) variables.Develop models to predict crop response to biostimulants under varying conditions.Collaborate with agronomists and plant scientists to ensure data relevance and accuracy.Support regulatory and commercial teams with data-driven insights and visualizations.RequirementsExperience in data science within agrochemicals, crop science, or precision agriculture.Strong skills in Python, R, or similar tools for data engineering and modeling.Familiarity with IoT/sensor data, time-series analysis, and cloud-based data platforms.Understanding of field trial design and agricultural datasets.MSc or PhD in Data Science, Agronomy, Plant Biology, or related field preferred.Bonus SkillsExperience with tools like AWS, Azure, or GCP for data ingestion and storage.Knowledge of GIS, remote sensing, or drone data processing.Prior collaboration with ADAS, agritech startups, or food supply chain companies.Why Join Us?Work on real-world challenges in sustainable agriculture.Collaborate with leading scientists and institutions.Help shape the future of crop productivity and resilience.Competitive salary, flexible working, and career growth opportunities.

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