Scientist - Veterinary Vaccines Research

Animal & Plant Health Agency; Addlestone; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Government Recruitment Service in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Scientist - Veterinary Vaccines Research to join a dynamic, frontline team safeguarding animal, plant and bee health. The role offers a structured temporary assignment with on-site duties and a competitive salary package.

Working within a government framework, you will contribute to high-impact research and policy support, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to protect health and the environment.

Job description

483324 Senior Scientist - Veterinary Vaccines Research (CR3216)

CAPTION:

• Company: Government Recruitment Service
• Salary: from £47,557 a year
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: New Haw
• Working pattern: On-site
• Job type: Temporary
• Posting date: 19 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 18 Nov 2026

Summary

Do you wish to be part of an amazing, diverse team on the frontline in researching, investigating, and acting to protect the UK's animal, plant and bee health? If so, why not join us and make a difference.

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is an executive agency of the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, and works on behalf of the Scottish Government and Welsh Government. Our diverse teams of over 3,000 skilled and committed professionals come together to provide research, advice and support to UK Government for safeguarding animal, public and plant health for benefit of the environment and economy.