Location Mansfield, UK
The Vacancy
ADAS Ltd, a member of RSK Group Ltd, is looking to recruit a Field Research Scientist to work on a full time, permanent basis. This predominantly practical, hands-on role will be based out of our Gleadthorpe Office, Near Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, UK.
Working within the ADAS Sustainable Agricultural Systems Business, this practical field-based role will involve working on scientific projects for clients, including Government and some of the most progressive and successful UK and internationally based businesses, focusing on efficient food production and related environmental issues in a sustainable industry. The successful applicant will work across a range of specialisms within the business, developing a range of skills and knowledge, contributing to a suite of predominantly agricultural and horticultural research projects specializing in crop Pathology, Entomology, Soils and Nutrients, and Weeds. The role, although field-based, will also require some laboratory work, alongside office-based duties.
Responsibilities:
* Deliver practical research for a range of predominantly agricultural, but some horticultural crops, working predominantly in the disciplines of pathology, physiology, entomology, soils and nutrients, and weeds.
* Develop specialist technical expertise to deliver on-site trial work and implement applied research and knowledge exchange.
* Delivery of field/laboratory work and liaise with clients and colleagues to ensure on-time delivery.
* Assisting in marking out studies, application of treatments, collection and processing of samples, disease monitoring of plants, weed identification, spraying of chemicals onto trials, in-field assessments and observations, preparation and processing of plant, soil and water sampling, harvesting of plots and collection, processing of data.
* Carry out all trials related research activities, ensuring protocols are understood and all work is carried out in a consistent, scientifically valid, and reproducible fashion.
* Assist consultants with report writing, statistical analysis, and technical note writing.
Qualifications/Experience:
* The suitable candidate should demonstrate a strong work ethic and willingness to work.
* Previous experience is not required, as in-house and external training will be provided to meet the requirements of the role.
* A full UK Driving Licence to drive manual vehicles in the UK is essential.
* A progressive attitude with flexibility and willingness to take on a wide range of challenges.
* Flexibility to travel within the UK and overseas.
Salary and benefits:
* £26,000 - £26,800 commensurate with experience and technical knowledge.
* Contributory Pension Scheme.
* Life Assurance.
* A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care.
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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