Head of Agri-Environment Sciences

2 weeks ago


Belfast, United Kingdom Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) Full time



LOCATION:
AFBI Newforge, 18a Newforge Lane, Belfast, BT9 5PX


AFBI is seeking an enthusiastic, international recognised scientist in the area of agri-environmental sciences to lead a dynamic and exciting programme of research.

The successful individual will take forward a diverse programme of research to address the significant environmental challenges whilst ensuring the sustainable use of natural resources and the future prosperity of the agri-food sector.

The research programme will use a multi disciplinary approach working across AFBI and other collaborators to addresses land and nutrient management issues to make appropriate and efficient use of resources, while protecting the environment.

The integrated research effort covers the impact of agriculture on air, soil, water quality and biodiversity.

The individual will demonstrate strong leadership and will be an excellent communicator to ensure the impact of the programme is realised locally, nationally and internationally.

This is a unique and challenging opportunity to contribute to and influence future significant changes expected within AFBI and Northern Ireland's environment and agri-food industry as a whole.



Further appointments may be made from this competition should AFBI positions become vacant which have similar duties and responsibilities.


For more detailed information, including the duties and responsibilities of the post, and the criteria to be used during the recruitment and selection process, please click on the Candidate Information Booklet link below.

In order to apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button above to register to this vacancy and to submit an online application.


Completed application forms must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on Wednesday 29th May 2024.
Applications are particularly welcomed from Roman Catholics and Females as these groups are currently under-represented within AFBI.

ALL APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT ARE CONSIDERED STRICTLY ON THE BASIS OF MERIT

All queries can be directed to HRConnect by:

Email:

Telephone:

Candidate Information Booklet

  • Belfast, United Kingdom Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) Full time

    LOCATION: AFBI Newforge, 18a Newforge Lane, Belfast, BT9 5PXAFBI is seeking an enthusiastic, international recognised scientist in the area of agri-environmental sciences to lead a dynamic and exciting programme of research. The successful individual will take forward a diverse programme of research to address the significant environmental challenges whilst...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) Northern Ireland Civil Service Full time

    Head of Agri-Environment Sciences (Grade 6)AFBI is seeking an enthusiastic, international recognised scientist in the area of agri-environmental sciences to lead a dynamic and exciting programme of research. The successful individual will take forward a diverse programme of research to address the significant environmental challenges whilst ensuring the...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Northern Ireland Civil Service Full time

    Name You are here: Home > **Head of Agronomy and Plant Science** **Head of Agronomy and Plant Science**: Tweet **REF**:IRC302776 **DEPARTMENT**:Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute Northern Ireland (AFBI) **SALARY**:£65,409 - £71,353 **LOCATION**:AFBI Crossnacreevy, 50 Houston Road, Belfast, BT6 9SH or AFBI Loughgall, 12 Manor Farm, BT61,...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Northern Ireland Civil Service Full time

    Name You are here: Home > **Head of Soil Biogeochemistry and Ecology Research - Principal Scientific Officer (PSO)** **Head of Soil Biogeochemistry and Ecology Research - Principal Scientific Officer (PSO)**: Tweet **REF**:IRC281999 **DEPARTMENT**:Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute Northern Ireland (AFBI) **SALARY**:£52,026 -...

  • Industrial Worker

    5 days ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom VANRATH Full time

    **Industrial Worker - Grassland & Plant Sciences Branch** **VANRATH** are delighted to be working in partnership with the Agrifood and Biosciences Institute to hire **Industrial Worker **within their Grassland & Plant Sciences Branch based in **Crossnacreevy.** **This is a permanent, full-time role. Working hours are Monday to Friday with Flexitime...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Queen's University Belfast Full time

    The School of Biological Sciences at Queen’s University Belfast, is currently seeking to recruit a talented Co-Centre Operations Manager.  The Co-Centre for Sustainable Food Systems encompasses a research programme of oriented basic and applied research in the areas of science, technology, engineering and social sciences across three jurisdictions –...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom University of Ulster Full time

    Lecturer in Computing Science- The post holder will support the delivery of the key areas of teaching and research in the discipline of Computing. They will primarily contribute to programmes offered by the School of Computing in the Ulster College based in Shaanxi University of Science and Technology. The post holder will undertake research in areas aligned...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Energy Jobline ZR Full time

    Job Description You will like Heading up SHEQ for well-respected client’s Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality team in the built environment sector. You will be based in Northern Ireland including Hybrid #WFH & Belfast Office but will have a full UK&I remit. You will like The Head of SHEQ, Safety Health Environmental & Quality Management, see...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom QUEENS UNIVERSITY BELFAST Full time

    Application closing date: 20/05/2024 Salary: £37,841 per annum Job category/type: Research The School of Biological Sciences at Queen’s University Belfast, is currently seeking to recruit a talented Research Fellow.  The School of Biological Sciences and Institute for Global Food Security at Queen’s University Belfast is currently seeking...

  • Head of School

    4 weeks ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom Queen's University Belfast Full time

    The School of Pharmacy at Queen’s University Belfast, is currently seeking to appoint a talented Head of School of Pharmacy. This role will provide an exciting opportunity to join the leadership team of a Russell Group University and innovate in highly successful education and research programs in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. The Faculty of...

  • Head of School

    3 weeks ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom Queen's University Belfast Full time

    The School of Pharmacy at Queen's University Belfast, is currently seeking to appoint a talented Head of School of Pharmacy.This role will provide an exciting opportunity to join the leadership team of a Russell Group University and innovate in highly successful education and research programs in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. The Faculty of Medicine,...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom University of Ulster Full time

    Receptionist - Faculty of Life & Health Sciences**Role**: Receptionist**Department**: Faculty of Life & Health Sciences**Grade**: Business Support Clerical Grade 3 (£24,050 per annum)**Responsible to**: Faculty Administrative Officer**Campus**: Belfast**(Permanent / Full-Time)** **Job Purpose**: - The post holder will provide a professional, welcoming and...

  • Head of Department

    1 week ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom Education Authority Full time

    JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Teacher - Post-Primary REPORTS TO: Principal PROFESSIONAL DUTIES OF A TEACHER TEACHERS’ (TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT) REGULATIONS  (NORTHERN IRELAND) 1987 Schedule 3 Regulation 5 1) Exercise of general professional duties A teacher who is not a principal shall carry out the professional...

  • Head of School

    4 weeks ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom Queen's University Belfast Full time

    The School of Pharmacy at Queen’s University Belfast, is currently seeking to appoint a talented Head of School of Pharmacy. This role will provide an exciting opportunity to join the leadership team of a Russell Group University and innovate in highly successful education and research programs in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. The Faculty of...

  • Health, Safety

    2 weeks ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom Energy Jobline ZR Full time

    Job Description You will like Heading up SHEQ for well-respected client’s Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality team in the built environment sector. You will be based in Northern Ireland including Hybrid #WFH & Belfast Office but will have a full UK&I remit. You will like The Head of SHEQ, Safety Health Environmental & Quality Management, see...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts Full time

    Closing date: Tuesday 22 August 2023- Salary: £40,628 to £45,806. Access to employer’s contributory pension scheme - maximum 8% per annum. - Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time- Location: Ulster Wildlife Offices, McClelland House, 10 Heron Road, Belfast, BT3 9LE- Head of Peatland Recovery- This role will see an experienced, practical and...

  • Head of School

    4 weeks ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom Queen's University Belfast Full time

    **Job details**: **Job reference** 24/111807 **Date posted** 15/04/2024 **Application closing date** 06/05/2024 **Salary** An attractive remuneration package, commensurate with the seniority and responsibilities of the role, will be provided. **Job category/type** Academic **Attachments** - Blank**Head of School**: **Job description** - The School...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Queen's University Belfast Full time

    **Job details**: **Job reference** 24/111893 **Date posted** 08/05/2024 **Application closing date** 20/05/2024 **Salary** Salary commensurate with experience **Job category/type** Academic **Attachments** - Blank**Head of School of Psychology**: **Job description** - Since 1845, Queen’s University Belfast’s staff, students and alumni have made...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Queen's University Belfast Full time

    The School of Biological Sciences at Queen’s University Belfast, is currently seeking to recruit a talented Research Fellow. The postholder will be a highly productive, ambitious and collaborative member of the research project/team for the “ BIOFIN (unlocking finance to restore biodiversity) project, assisting in the planning and delivery of the...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Queen's University Belfast Full time

    Since 1845, Queen’s University Belfast’s staff, students and alumni have made a difference to societies locally, nationally, and internationally. Today, we are one of the UK and Ireland’s leading universities and continue to shape and serve the world around us through our research and teaching. Over 99% of Queen’s research environment was assessed...