Temporary Trials Technicians

We are looking to recruit Trials Technicians, to work in the Seed Handling Unit and Field Trials. The roles will involve sampling, treating and packeting seed and helping with various field-based tasks related to trials. 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.

The work can be physically demanding at times and could entail spending substantial periods working outdoors.

Salary: £22,011, depending on experience, with overtime and weekend working possible during peak time.

Contract: Fixed term from September to 31 October 2024, with the possibility of extending longer depending on workload.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week (8.00am to 4.00pm)

About You

Essential requirements:

• An interest in agriculture/plant sciences and be willing to learn

• A good eye for detail

• Ability to follow strict protocols

• Good communication skills, both verbally and written and ability to work as part of a team

Desirable requirements:

• A driving license or access to independent means of transport.

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 has 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, Cambridge, CB3 0LF, 2 miles from Cambridge city centre but there may be a requirement to work at off-site trial sites. Free on-site parking and linked by cycle ways and regular buses to Cambridge city centre and railway station. Easy access to M11, A14, A10 and A11.

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

Closing date: 22 August 2024.

Interview date: 29 August 2024.