Research Technician - Assistant Scientific Officer

<p>Job Title: Research Technician (Assistant Scientific Officer)<br /> Location: Hillsborough (with work on commercial farms)<br /> Salary: Competitive salary<br /> Working Hours: Full-time - 37 hours per week </p> <p> </p> <p>Duration: Temporary contract - 6 months (with possibility of extension)</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>About the Role: An established public sector research organisation is seeking a Research Technician- Assistant Scientific Officer to support the delivery of livestock production research projects within Sustainable Livestock Systems.</p> <p> </p> <p>This is a practical, hands-on role involving both on-site and farm-based work. The successful candidate will contribute to a range of scientific studies, supporting data collection, equipment operation, and livestock-related activities.</p> <p> </p> <p>Please note that occasional overtime, including weekend work on a rota basis, may be required.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>Main Duties:</p> <ul> <li>Support the delivery of scientific tasks across livestock research projects <p> </p> Record and manage scientific data accurately <p> </p> Operate research and agricultural equipment <p> </p> Work directly with livestock in both research and commercial farm environments <p> </p> Input and validate data using computerised systems <p> </p> Assist in the production of summary data and reports <p> </p> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Essential Criteria:</p> <ul> <li>Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Science, Maths and English Language (Grades A -C) <p> </p> </li> </ul> <p>Other Information:</p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Full-time role based primarily in Hillsborough with travel to commercial farms <p> </p> Opportunity to gain valuable experience in agricultural and scientific research <p> </p> Combination of outdoor, practical, and data-focused work <p> </p> Immediate start available <p> </p> </li> </ul> <p>How to Apply:</p> <p> </p> <p>If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft Word format to Julie & Daniel at & </p> <p> </p> <p>Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date, including full employment history, academic achievements, and contact details.<br /> Only applicants meeting the essential criteria will be considered.</p> <p> </p> <p>Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.<br /> Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer </p> <p> </p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?fD6Rn5hL2vXKWVENAG2RPdfA5bXyy5lha" width="0" height="0" />