Temporary Trials Technicians

Niab Tag; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Trials Technicians to join their Seed Handling Unit and Field Trials team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in agricultural field crops while developing essential skills in teamwork, time management, and problem-solving. The work may involve physically demanding tasks and outdoor activities, making it ideal for those passionate about agriculture. With a supportive environment and the potential for career growth, this position is perfect for individuals eager to contribute to innovative agricultural practices.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Cycle ways access

Regular bus service to city centre

Qualifications

• Interest in agriculture and plant sciences.
• Ability to follow strict protocols and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Sampling, treating, and packaging seed.
• Assisting with field-based tasks related to trials.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Interest in Agriculture

Job description

Location: Cambridgeshire
Closing date: 22 May 2025
Reference number: C115

Job details

Location: Cambridge, CB3 0LF
Closing date: 22 May 2025 with interviews being held on 10 June 2025
Salary: £23,492 per annum, depending on experience, with overtime and weekend working possible during peak time.
Contract: Fixed term from June/July 2025 to September/October 2025 with the possibility of extending longer depending on workload
Working hours: Full time: Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week (0800:1600)

ABOUT THE JOB
We are looking to recruit Trials Technicians, to work in the Seed Handling Unit and Field Trials. The roles will involve sampling, treating and packeting seed and helping with various field based tasks related to trials. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in agricultural field crops/plot trials, while developing professional skills in team working, time management and practical problem solving.

The work can be physically demanding at times and could entail spending substantial periods working outdoors.

Location
The role is based at NIAB, Cambridge, CB3 0LF, 2 miles from Cambridge city centre but there may be a requirement to work at off-site trial sites. Free on-site parking and linked by cycle ways and regular buses to Cambridge city centre and railway station. Easy access to M11, A14, A10 and A11.

Informal enquiries are welcome, please contact Sue Cahill, Seed Handling Unit Manager
[e-mail] Tel. [phone]

ABOUT YOU
Essential requirements
Ideally you have:
• An interest in agriculture/plant sciences and be willing to learn
• A good eye for detail
• Ability to follow strict protocols
• Good communication skills, both verbally and written and ability to work as part of a team

Desirable requirements
Ideally you will also have:
• A driving licence or access to independent means of transport as travel to trial sites is required. NIAB have a pool of vehicles for use.

ABOUT US
Come and join an organisation at the forefront of the application of genetics, physiology, soil science, precision agronomy and data science to improve the yield, efficiency, and resilience of crop production across the arable, forage and horticulture sectors.

NIAB actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion and we are also a Disability Confident Employer and has a positive approach to employing people living with a disability as well as encouraging applications from all sections of society.

TO APPLY
Click the ‘Apply’ button to apply directly. Any questions? Email [e-mail] or call Human Resources on 01223 342282.