Rob Sunley
About Rob Sunley
Rob Sunley is a Senior Managing Scientist with extensive experience in pesticide regulatory affairs and product stewardship. He holds a B.Sc. Honours in Biology from The University of Stirling and a Ph.D. in Plant Science/Agronomy from The University of Dundee.
Current Position at Exponent International
Rob Sunley currently holds the position of Senior Managing Scientist at Exponent International, a role he has occupied since 2021. He works in Harrogate, England, United Kingdom. In this capacity, he utilizes his extensive background in pesticide regulatory affairs and product stewardship to guide projects and initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience at Exponent International
Prior to his current role, Rob Sunley served as Managing Scientist in Crop Protection at Exponent International from 2013 to 2021. During his eight years in this position, he contributed to various projects focusing on pesticide regulatory affairs, leveraging his expertise to support product stewardship and compliance with industry standards.
Education and Expertise
Rob Sunley earned his B.Sc. Honours in Biology from The University of Stirling, where he studied from 1993 to 1997. He furthered his education at The University of Dundee, obtaining a Ph.D. in Plant Science/Agronomy between 1998 and 2001. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his 18 years of experience in pesticide regulatory affairs.
Contributions to Regulatory Standards
Rob Sunley has made significant contributions to the development of international regulatory standards through his work with the European and Mediterranean Plant Protection Organization (EPPO). His involvement in shaping these standards reflects his commitment to advancing practices in pesticide regulation and environmental stewardship.
Career Background in Environmental Science
Before joining Exponent International, Rob Sunley worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher in Environmental Science/Agronomy at the Scottish Crop Research Institute from 2003 to 2004. Additionally, he has experience as a UK government pesticide regulator at the Chemicals Regulation Division (CRD), which has informed his approach to regulatory affairs in the private sector.