Scientist- Soil

2 weeks ago

York, York City, United Kingdom Fera Science Ltd. Full time
Join us as a Scientist- Soil and make an invaluable contribution to our Food Safety & Biosecurity

At Fera, we're making the world a better, healthier and safer place.

We're a joint venture partnership between Bridgepoint and Defra and we're working proactively to protect the world we live in and the food we eat.

Our teams are investigating plant and bee health, crop protection and sustainable agriculture.

Join us and discover better as you deliver world-class science for the future.nWe are seeking early career or more experienced soil scientists, or those with transferable skills who wish to enter this increasingly important area, to help us deliver soil science across a diverse range of research projects.

In the first year at least, much of the work will be tailored to the organisation and delivery of soils field work.


Role:

Scientist- SoilnSalary:

From £25,625nLocation:

Hybrid- BioTech Campus YO411LZnWorking pattern:
37.

5 Monday – Friday (flexi between 7am & 7pm)nStart date:

ASAP depending on recruitment and onboarding timelines.

What you'll be doing:

nDelivering a wide range of field research, soil sampling, soil classification (pedology), agricultural soil assessments, vegetation surveys and land manager interviews.nWorking on research projects of national importance.nWorking in beautiful and at times remote locations.nDeveloping your understanding of soil science, pedology, agriculture, ecology, and related disciplines.nWorking alongside industry experts in a friendly and engaging environment.


What we're looking for:

nThose with relevant qualifications (BSc, MSc or higher) in soil science, environmental science, forestry, ecology, physical geography, agricultural sciences or similar.nClear enthusiasm for soil science and its related disciplines.nClear enthusiasm for field research work, which may at times be physically demanding and in poor weather.nHappy and able to undertake data analysis, literature reviews, report writing and project management duties, with appropriate guidance provided as required.nExcellent attention to detail and the ability to follow complex survey protocols,nExcellent communication skills and the confidence to liaise with landowners, farmers, and colleagues.nThe confidence and ability to lead a field survey team.nHappy to work away from home (expenses paid) during peak survey windows.nA full driving license.


What's in it for you?nCompetitive salary form £25,625n​23 days' holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave.nFlexible working hours, on-site gym, restaurant, and free parkingnThe opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choicenCompany matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks' fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two plenty more.

nVoluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technologynAccess to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform


What we hope you'll do next:nChoose 'Apply now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

If you have any questions you'd like to ask before applying, you can contact

We're an equal opportunity employer, which means we recruit and develop people based on their merit and passion. We're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone.

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