Entomology Research Scientist — Chemical Ecology & Behavior

University of Greenwich; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Greenwich is seeking a Research Entomologist in Chemical Ecology at Medway Campus. The role focuses on behavioural bioassays and electrophysiological work on arthropods, with opportunities to teach and publish.

Fieldwork in the UK and abroad is expected, and a PhD in behavioural entomology or arthropod chemical ecology is required. Applicants will join the Natural Resources Institute within a broader LASE group, contributing to sustainable pest control and food security research.

Qualifications

• PhD in behavioural entomology or arthropod chemical ecology.
• Experience with bioassays and electrophysiological techniques.
• Willingness to conduct fieldwork in the UK and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Carry out behavioural bioassays and electrophysiological assays on arthropods.
• Maintain colonies in insectaries and assist teaching at postgraduate and undergraduate level.
• Collaborate to publish research and prepare future funding applications.
• Undertake field work in the UK and overseas as required.

Skills

Bioassays

Electrophysiology

Insect behaviour

Fieldwork

Education

PhD in behavioural entomology or arthropod chemical ecology

Tools

Electroantennography

Single sensillum recording

Olfactometer

Wind tunnel

2D/3D tracking

Job description

University of Greenwich is seeking a Research Entomologist in Chemical Ecology at Medway Campus. The role focuses on behavioural bioassays and electrophysiological work on arthropods, with opportunities to teach and publish.

Fieldwork in the UK and abroad is expected, and a PhD in behavioural entomology or arthropod chemical ecology is required. Applicants will join the Natural Resources Institute within a broader LASE group, contributing to sustainable pest control and food security research.