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Role: Scientist Entomology (Maternity cover 1 year)
Department: Science & Collections
Reports to: Senior Scientist – Entomology
Contract Type: Full-time, fixed term one year
Overview of the role: Are you passionate about garden invertebrates, protecting plant health and communicating plant health science to diverse audiences? The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is looking for a dynamic and knowledgeable Scientist Entomology to join our collaborative team for a maternity cover position. As the UK’s leading gardening charity, the RHS is committed to promoting excellence in horticulture and protecting plant biodiversity. In this role you will:
* Deliver scientific research in the field of Plant Health: entomology, nematology or garden ecology
* Diagnose and give advice on plant health matters: To RHS members via the Gardening Advice service, and also to RHS staff in gardens, and the general public at shows and other events
* Communicate entomological and plant health knowledge via scientific and public publications, web pages, presentations, podcasts, press and in person events
* Support and Educate: Support students, volunteers, and contribute to RHS education and public engagement programmes.
If you're ready to join a vibrant team to gather and share knowledge on garden insects and other animals, we’d love to hear from you.
To work for the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to join a thriving charity, whose mission is to be there for everyone on their lifelong adventure with gardening. Everything we do is built on the transformational power of gardening – and the benefits it brings to people, places and our planet.
And we couldn’t do this without our people. We’re proud of the knowledge, enthusiasm and ideas that each one of our team members brings. From working across our social media channels, to volunteering in the RHS Gardens, from serving customers in our garden centres to running national marketing campaigns, we believe that every member of the RHS team should have the opportunity to make a difference. Our careers portal here provides a comprehensive overview of what we offer, the teams that work at the RHS and our great benefits.
Safeguarding and Inclusion
The RHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all personnel to share in this commitment. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
We may review applications as soon as we receive them so if you see a vacancy that you are interested in, please apply straight away as the vacancy will be closed as soon as we hire the right candidate. If you require any additional support with making your application, please contact sharonellis@rhs.org.uk please ensure to include the job title or job reference number REQ (found at the top of the advert) when emailing.
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