NIAB | Temporary Field Trials Technician

1 week ago

Cambridge Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom NIAB Full time €23,492

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking to recruit Field Trial Technicians to work in plant variety trials. The roles will involve sample collection and measuring plant characteristics in the field and via image analysis and a range of other practical tasks. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in agricultural field crops/plot trials while developing professional skills in team-working, time management and practical problem-solving. No experience is required, but an interest in plant sciences is beneficial. All training will be provided.

The work can be physically demanding at times and will entail spending substantial periods working outdoors, in all weather conditions.

Salary: £23,492 per annum, depending on experience, with overtime and weekend working possible during peak time

Contract: Fixed term from 1 April 2025 to 30 August 2025

Working hours:

  • Full-time: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week (8.00am to 4.00pm)
  • Part-time: Monday to Friday, hours/days negotiable

ABOUT YOU

Essential requirements:

  • An interest in agriculture/plant sciences and a willingness to learn
  • A good eye for detail
  • The ability to follow strict protocols
  • Good communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to work as part of a team

Desirable requirements:

  • A driving licence or access to independent means of travelling, enabling you to travel to trial sites within a 20-minute radius. Transport can be provided

ABOUT US

Come and join an organisation at the forefront of the application of genetics, physiology, soil science, precision agronomy and data science to improve the yield, efficiency, and resilience of crop production across the arable, forage and horticulture sectors.

NIAB actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion, and we are also a Disability Confident Employer and have a positive approach to employing people living with a disability, as well as encouraging applications from all sections of society.

LOCATION

The role is based at NIAB Park Farm, Histon, Cambridge, CB24 9NZ, 4 miles from Cambridge city centre, but there may be a requirement to work at off-site trials. Free on-site parking and linked by cycleways and regular buses to Cambridge city centre and railway station. Close to Junction 32 of A14, with easy access to M11, A10 and A11.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 13 January 2025.

Interview date: w/c 20 January 2025.

Please note that following changes to Immigration Law in April 2025, this role does not qualify for a Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Candidates with independently held immigration permission would be considered.

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