Job Description
Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Crop Quantitative Genetics
Three-year fixed term | Full or part-time
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Post-Doctoral Research Associate to join our friendly and collaborative Crop Quantitative Genetics team.
As part of this role, you will work on pioneering projects applying innovative techniques to analyse genetic data and reveal the underlying factors driving key crop traits. Your work will help design experiments, manage data workflows, and develop cutting-edge tools that push the boundaries of what is possible in crop science.
At Niab, we prioritise teamwork, creativity, and the impact of your research, ensuring that you are supported in making a tangible difference in the field.
Salary: £34,148 to £38,227 per annum, depending on experience.
Contract: 3-year fixed term.
Working hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday; part-time considered.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and manage genomic analysis pipelines for genetic mapping and data quality control using R software.
* Analyse large-scale genetic and sequence datasets using bioinformatics and high-performance computing systems.
* Contribute to experimental design, ensuring robust approaches to studying complex crop traits.
* Deliver high-quality research outcomes through clear reports, publications, and presentations.
* Provide support to colleagues and students, fostering an inclusive and collaborative learning environment.
About Us
Niab is the UK's leading crop science organisation, combining excellence in plant genetics, agronomy, farming systems, and data science to deliver innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture. With the largest national field trials capability and strong connections to industry, government, and academia, Niab is uniquely positioned to address the biggest challenges in modern farming and food production.
The role is based at Niab Park Farm, Histon, Cambridge, with free on-site parking and linked by cycle ways and regular buses to Cambridge city centre and railway station. Close to Junction 32 of A14, with easy access to M11, A10 and A11.
Niab's Cambridge sites are home to state-of-the-art facilities, including molecular biology laboratories and advanced plant growth facilities. Our headquarters also hosts the Crop Science Centre, a pioneering collaboration with the University of Cambridge.
Benefits
* 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays and extra leave during the festive season.
* Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options.
* Access to cutting-edge research facilities, including advanced glasshouses and extensive field trial areas.
* Generous pension scheme, life assurance, income protection, and an employee discount programme.
* Enhanced sickness pay to provide security during unexpected health challenges.