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Graduate Agricultural Entomologist Opportunity R&D – Southeast England – Salary £30,000 - £35,000 + Benefits

Posted 23 February 2026
Salary £30000 - £35000 per annum, Benefits: Benefits
LocationColchester
Job type Permanent
Discipline Agricultural & Farm Services
ReferenceAR -61765-2

Job description

Graduate Agricultural Entomologist 
Graduate Agricultural Entomologist Opportunity R&D – Southeast England – Salary £30,000 - £35,000 + Benefits

The Job:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an R&D Graduate This entry level role focuses on managing crop pests and investigating the interaction between insects and plant diseases.
The successful candidate will work at the intersection of entomology, plant pathology, and plant biology, contributing to sustainable pest and disease management strategies that enhance crop productivity and environmental stewardship.
This full time, permanent position offers hands on involvement in developing natural alternatives to chemical pesticides in agriculture. Experience with laboratory equipment and field collection techniques. Strong data analysis and statistical skills, with knowledge of crop pest identification and plant disease basics. Having the ability to work independently in both laboratory and outdoor environments. Strong written and verbal communication skills is a must, you will be part of a team that manage key R&D projects, support innovation in biological formulations, and work closely with cross-functional teams to bring new products from trial to commercial scale.

The Company:
A pioneering and international biosolutions company at the forefront of sustainable agriculture.

The Candidate:
- Experience in Biology, Agriculture, Entomology or related subject
- A practical and analytical thinker with excellent attention to detail
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Organised, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple projects
- Enthusiastic about sustainability and biological innovation

The Package:
- Competitive graduate salary
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Chance to work with industry leaders in a fast growing sector
- Supportive and forward-thinking team environment

Please email your CV to Amber Read, Recruitment Delivery Consultant at ARead@agriRS.co.uk

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