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Our team is dedicated to the development and commercialization of high-performing varieties of tropical crops to provide significant benefits to growers, processors and consumers globally, tackling real-world problems around food security and sustainability.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>We use our proprietary GEiGS® platform and cutting-edge gene editing tools to develop improved varieties with higher yields, disease resistance and sustainability traits. </p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p>The TechDev team is a central hub for the development and implementation of new technologies that address global agricultural challenges.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Why Join Tropic? </span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><br></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Own a technology platform from the ground up, with direct impact on Tropic’s pipeline and science strategy. </li>\n<li>Science with real stakes – crops that feed and sustain billions. </li>\n<li>Tailored career development as the team and company scales, with cross-functional visibility across R&amp;D. </li>\n<li>Social events throughout the year. </li>\n<li>Competitive package including Private Medical Care, Medical Cash Plan, 25 days annual leave and Life Assurance. </li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">Further Information</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><br></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Location – </span>Norwich, UK </li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Contract – </span>Full Time, Permanent </li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Closing Date –</span> 16/6/2026 </li>\n</ul>",
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