Research Technician Job Advert

5 November 2024

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SYSC is recruiting for a technician to work within our Food Systems & Environmental Restoration theme to provide support on a range of projects.

We are currently recruiting for a technician to join our Food Systems & Environmental Restoration theme.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the SYSC on a project focused on understanding carbon sequestration potential across South Yorkshire to support the South Yorkshire Natural Capital assessment and the upcoming Local Nature Recovery Strategy. The project will to investigate how soil management influences soil carbon stocks and in this role you will be responsible for planning fieldwork and processing soil samples in the lab.

Applicants must hold a Level 3 (BTEC/A Level) qualification in relevant field (or have equivalent experience) along with experience in soil lab analysis with a focus on organic matter, carbon and nitrogen quantification. A valid UK driving licence is also essential as this role will require lone field work that requires taking equipment into rural locations to take soil samples. The post holder must be able to drive to do this.

For more information and to apply please visit the University of Sheffield jobs website