Research Scientist - Soils & Nutrients Group

ADAS; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy in environmental science is looking for a Research Scientist to enhance their work in soil and nutrient management. This role involves contributing to various research projects, writing scientific papers, and presenting findings at national and international conferences. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and strong communication and teamwork skills. The position offers a competitive salary, life assurance, and 33 days of annual leave, among other benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Life assurance

33 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits programme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in soil and nutrient management.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to existing projects and develop new proposals.
• Conduct data analysis and interpretation.
• Write reports and scientific papers.
• Present findings at various events.

Skills

Scientific research skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Data analysis

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Soil Science, Agricultural or Environmental Science

Job description

The team

The ADAS Soils and Nutrients Team delivers research and consultancy projects for a range of clients including government, levy bodies, European Commission, and corporate organisations. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of current research projects investigating soil health, soil ecosystem services, peatland, crop nutrition, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and the utilisation of organic materials in agricultural systems. The role will involve writing scientific papers and reports as well as developing proposals and representing ADAS at industry events and national and international scientific conferences.

The role

We Require a Research Scientist With The Knowledge And Drive To Further Develop Our Business In Improving Soil And Nutrient Management. The Successful Candidate Will

• Demonstrate scientific and research skills and contribute to the delivery of existing projects and development of new proposals for funding.
• Develop an understanding of the policy issues relating to the work carried out by the Soils and Nutrients group and become familiar with the principles of crop nutrient management.
• Analyse and interpret data from experiments.
• Write experiment protocols, project reports and scientific papers.
• Present results at project meetings, industry events and national and international scientific conferences.
• Build internal and external contacts and develop own experience and expertise.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• A degree or equivalent in Soil Science, Agricultural or Environmental Science, or a related subject
• A good understanding of soil and nutrient management in agricultural systems
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good organisational and planning skills
• The ability to develop effective working relationships with clients and collaborators, and work effectively as part of a team to achieve common goals
• Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle and within commutable distance to our office at Boxworth, Cambridgeshire is required
• Flexibility - as there will be a need for travel within the UK and occasionally in Europe and further afield

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience and qualifications
• Life assurance
• 33 days annual leave per year, including bank and public holidays
• Pension scheme to which the company contributes
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym memberships.
• Excellent continual professional development opportunities, both internal and external, as part of our training commitment

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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