research assistant Edinburgh, Scotland
Job description
Title: Research Associate (Livestock)
Type: Fixed Term Contract (2 Years)
Salary: £35,267 - £40,836 (under review)
Location: Roslin Institute Building, Edinburgh
REF: ACF/AHES/029/23
Closing Date: August 11th
SRUC is unique in Scotland and one of the largest organisations of its kind in Europe. Our ambitious and exciting vision is to work at local, national and international levels, leading innovation and sustainable development in agriculture and rural sectors.
An exciting opportunity has arisen at SRUC’s Beef and Sheep Research Centre within the Department of Agriculture, and Land-Based Engineering . We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual to support and contribute to SRUC’s growing precision livestock farming activities as well as to support our research activities in greenhouse gas emission measurement and mitigation.
Main responsibilities:
- Research, development and project management activity to support research activities in the following areas: production efficiency, precision livestock farming and greenhouse gas emissions (including mitigation strategies).
- Maintenance and management of specialist research facilities (associated with feed efficiency and greenhouse gas measurement).
- Conduct analysis of research data (including machine learning, carbon modelling).
- Production of peer-reviewed scientific publications, scientific reviews and technical reports.
- Participate in a range of knowledge exchange activities to disseminate research outcomes/new knowledge.
- Contribute to development of future grant proposals.
- Contribute to SRUC’s undergraduate teaching activities (delivery of lectures, tutorials and assessments).
- Assist with regular liaison between project partners and funders.
QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate will have a postgraduate qualification in agricultural, animal science or a relevant discipline. Good people skills, attention to detail and communication skills are also required. The successful candidate must be able to work both independently, and with other team members, to ensure that accurate results are delivered to agreed deadlines.
The post-holder will perform additional duties as directed from time to time by the Line Manager. The post holder must use their initiative in the conduct of their work, and apply sound judgement at all times to ensure that they conduct themselves within the framework of SRUC regulations and procedures.
Further details on the requirements of this role can be found in the Job Particulars document which you must read before applying for this role. This is downloadable when you click the APPLY button..
Closing date: August 11th 2023
Benefits / What you will get in return:
- Enhanced holidays (minimum 33 days per year)
- Enhanced pension contributions for teaching staff (7.2% - 11.9% employee and 14.9% increasing to 17.2% employer)
- Cycle to work scheme
- RAC Membership
- Enhanced family leave
- Flexible working patterns
- Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
- Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development
Further details on the requirements of this role can be found in the Job Particulars document which you must read before applying for this role. This is downloadable when you click the APPLY link.
Further information
Please read the Job Particulars Document before proceeding with your application.
Apply
To apply for this role, please use the SRUC online application system. CVs will not be accepted without a completed application form.
