Technical Field Research Lead

At ICL Growing Solutions, we are looking for a passionate and scientifically driven Technical Field Research Lead to join our AmegA Sciences  this role, you will lead the evaluation and validation of innovative technologies and product concepts focused on plant performance, Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE) and Water Use Efficiency (WUE) across agricultural, horticultural, turf and ornamental markets worldwide.

If you enjoy translating cutting-edge science into commercially successful solutions and want to contribute to the future of sustainable agriculture, this is an exciting opportunity to make a global impact.

Your role

As Technical Field Research Lead, you will play a key role in advancing innovative technologies from concept through commercialization and beyond. You will work closely with internal and external partners to generate scientific evidence, identify commercial opportunities, and support the successful launch and ongoing development of new products.

The role reports to the Business Manager – AmegA Sciences and collaborates closely with Global R&D, Commercial, Regulatory Affairs, Marketing and external research  this role, you will:

Lead the evaluation and development of innovative technologies and product concepts with a focus on Water Use Efficiency (WUE), Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE) and plant physiology

Identify and assess emerging scientific developments, new technologies and competitive innovations to support future business growth

Manage research projects from concept through commercialization, including planning, budgeting, resource allocation and milestone management

Design, commission and oversee internal and external field, glasshouse and laboratory trials

Analyze and interpret scientific data using robust experimental and statistical methodologies

Prepare scientific reports, technical presentations and project updates for internal stakeholders and senior leadership

Collaborate with universities, research institutes, contract research organizations and external partners

Support intellectual property development through invention disclosures, patent applications and collaboration with legal and patent specialists

Manage project budgets, including trial expenditure, investment assessments and commercial evaluations

Present technical findings, product concepts and project outcomes to customers, industry forums and global project teams

Support product positioning, marketing claims, regulatory submissions and customer-facing scientific materials

Contribute scientific data and technical expertise for product registration and regulatory activities

Develop and continuously refine scientifically substantiated product claims and use recommendations

Support successful product launches through technical training, demonstrations and scientific presentations

About youYou are a scientifically minded research professional who combines strong technical expertise with commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple innovation projects in an international environment.

You bring:

A degree in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Crop Science, Horticulture, Agriculture or a related scientific discipline

Proven experience in agricultural, horticultural, turf or plant science research and development

Strong knowledge of plant physiology, Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE) and Water Use Efficiency (WUE)
Experience designing and managing field, glasshouse and laboratory trials

Strong statistical analysis skills and the ability to interpret complex scientific datasets

Experience working with universities, research institutions and external trial providers

Project management experience, including budget responsibility and milestone tracking

The ability to translate scientific findings into practical commercial…