Development Lead Assistant

Development Lead Assistant Job Title : Development Lead Assistant Location : N4 Gateway, Pretoria Senioriety level : Mid‑Senior level Employment type : Full‑time Job function : Education and Training; Industries : Farming About UPL UPL Limited (NSE: UPL & BSE: , LSE: UPLL) is a global provider of sustainable agriculture products and solutions, with annual revenue exceeding $6bn. We are a purpose‑led company. Through OpenAg®️, UPL is focused on accelerating progress for the food system. We are building a network that is reimagining sustainability, redefining the way an entire industry thinks and works – open to fresh ideas, innovation, and new answers as we strive towards our mission to make every single food product more sustainable. As one of the largest agriculture solutions companies worldwide, our robust portfolio consists of biologicals and traditional crop protection solutions with more than 14,000 registrations. We are present in more than 130 countries, represented by more than 10,000 colleagues globally. For more information about our integrated portfolio of solutions across the food value chain including seeds, post‑harvest, as well as physical and digital services, please visit upl‑ltd.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Role Summary The purpose of this role would be to provide a scientific supportive role to the Development Project Leads: Insecticides; Herbicides; Fungicides & Bio‑Solutions, on a day‑to‑day basis. Role Responsibilities Locating and collating project and trial data and maintaining project development databases. Following up with CROs on trial reports and data so that all relevant information per project is available to the project lead in an orderly and timely manner. Analyzing and summarising trial data in a clear and concise manner to present the lead with a quick overview of whether the data generated are consistent and conform to the protocol directive and registration guidelines. Must have the ability to observe and identify potential anomalies in data presented within the reports and be able to communicate this to the project lead in a meaningful way. Conducting advanced agrochemical related research for literature review purposes. Attend all departmental meetings and record meeting minutes for record purposes. Product Label Maintenance Constant monitoring & review of company portfolio labels for anomalies & mistakes and update where necessary. Managing Contract Research Organisations Trial programme planning in conjunction with Development Leads in order to ensure the timely planning of trial executions. Co‑ordinating the timely implementation of forecasted GEP & GLP trial plans in order to meet the expected execution dates relative to the season and application timing windows with CROs and study directors for GLP studies. Management of CROs and expected outcomes with respect to required timelines for relevant reports/results to meet seasonal timings and planning of project timelines. Individual/Team Close liaison with Development Logistics Assistant in order to maintain R&D stock levels from the maintenance of sufficient stock levels to ensure sufficient product samples availability for trials. Internal Stakeholders Liason with relevant Regulatory Leads per portfolio regarding project requirements/timelines, studies needed and progress thereof and necessary requirements to fulfil dossier requirements. Manage process flow between Development Lead and Regulatory Lead in order to facilitate smooth flow of information to allow both departments to be up‑to‑date on project progress. External Interactions Constant liaison with CROs on project planning and progress. Constant project updates and timely retrieval of relevant reports. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required Technical Requirements BSc degree in Agricultural or Natural Sciences. Experience in agrochemical industry. CropLife Basic Crop Protection Certificate. Statistical understanding in a biological context. Behavioural Requirements Ability to prioritize and manage activities within set timelines. Ability to work independently, under intense pressure at times, but maintain a high level of accuracy. Meticulous preciseness especially with written tasks. In‑depth analytical thinking will be required to identify problems. UPL Competencies Adaptability & Resilience. Entrepreneurial Mindset. Results Orientation. Execution Excellence. Strategic Orientation. Building Teams and Talent. Customer Centricity. #UPLJobs #J-18808-Ljbffr