Rothamsted Research is looking for a Science Technician to work in the UKRI-EPSRC funded project: Do you have experience of implementing field trials and data analysis techniques?
Do you have an interest in water and gas measurements from soils?
The successful candidate will have the chance to work with postdoctoral researchers and principal investigators, as well as collaborating with the wider team.
They will assist with the technical establishment, day-to-day running and maintenance of field trials, with responsibility for:
sampling and processing greenhouse gas, ammonia, soil and crop samples from the experiments
handling and storing data in accordance with FAIR data principles
This role is based at Rothamsted Research - North Wyke (Devon), as part of the Farming Footprints and Adaptations Team.
The post is full-time for a 1 year fixed term period, attracting a salary of £24,225-26,573 per annum.
A science degree or equivalent in relevant science is desirable.
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Established in 1843, Rothamsted Research is one of the UK's leading Research Institutes delivering world class agricultural science. Our commitment to learning and development, equality, diversity and inclusion and flexibility in working arrangements creates a positive work life balance and enables a welcoming environment for all prospective employees.
As a Disability Confident Employer we are committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and all disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. We have an attractive benefits package including 30 days annual leave, a generous pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and an attractive campus offering cultural and recreational activities.