Senior Scientific Officer – Plant Scientist REF: IRC324213 SALARY: £47,304 - £49,515 DEPARTMENT: Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute Northern Ireland (AFBI) LOCATION: The successful candidate will be based at AFBI Crossnacreevy. However, successful applicants will be expected to work at other sites/farms in Northern Ireland, including Loughgall, Hillsborough and Newforge, Belfast. Further permanent and fixed term appointments may be made from this competition should AFBI positions become vacant which have similar duties and responsibilities. For more detailed information and to apply, please click the apply icon. Completed application forms must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on 17th April 2026. ALL APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT ARE CONSIDERED STRICTLY ON THE BASIS OF MERIT All queries can be directed to HRConnect by: Email: recruitment@hrconnect.nigov.net Telephone: 0800 1 300 330