Plant Science Research Assistants Crop Science and Production System

ABOUT THE JOB
The purpose of the role is to provide technical support to research and commercial projects within the Crop Science and Production Systems Department. Working in the Research and Development vineyard, in our soft fruit polytunnels, in our controlled environment rooms, and in our new total controlled environment agriculture (Total Controlled Environment Agriculture units), the role is focused on helping to develop new growing practices and systems that utilise resources more efficiently, reduce waste and emissions to land air, and water, and improve productivity and product quality.
As a Plant Science Research Assistant, your key duties include:
Setting up experimental areas.
Conduct experimental work.
Data collection.
Reporting of results.
Assisting and guiding colleagues, i.e. supervising temporary junior staff and students.
The role offers an opportunity to develop a range of practical and professional skills in teamwork, time management, communication, and practical problem-solving.
Contract:
Permanent
Working hours:
37 hours pe...