Technical Research Officer

We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Research Officer to join the Sustainable Land Management team at the University of Reading. In this role, you will manage and maintain the Free-Air Diesel and Ozone Enrichment (FADOE) platform (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mex.2024.102635), supporting groundbreaking research on air pollution's effects on plant-insect interactions. You'll work between Sonning farm and Whiteknights Campus, spending most of the summer seasons at Sonning Farm, working in the field, and most of the winter in the Crops and Environment Laboratory (CEL) on campus. Ideal candidates will have experience with ecological fieldwork, technical equipment management, and an interest in plant-insect ecology.

You will have:

• Experience with technical equipment management
• An interest in plant-insect ecology
• Experience with ecological fieldwork

At the University of Reading, you’ll enjoy a vibrant research environment, training opportunities (in technical skills and chemical ecology research), and a beautiful campus. Apply today to contribute to innovative research and make a lasting impact!

Interviews will be held: 24/01/2025

Contact details for advert

Contact Name: Dr James Ryalls
Contact Job Title: Research Fellow
Contact Email address: j.ryalls@reading.ac.uk

We welcome applications from both external and internal candidates. As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role can be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Internal candidates should discuss this with their line manager prior to applying.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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