Field Trial Technical Specialist

Available on a full-time, fixed-term basis until 30.09.2028 (to complete specific time limited work)

Location: University of Leeds city campus and University of Leeds farm, Tadcaster

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience of organising field trials? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research intensive Universities?

We are seeking a Field Trial Technical Specialist with a strong interest in regenerative agriculture to join our research team.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-impact research aimed at advancing evidence-based practice for regenerative farming systems. This role is ideal for someone passionate about developing regenerative farming systems, with experience of managing and monitoring field trials, and who is eager to contribute to innovative research to provide evidence-based practical farming techniques that enhance soil health, biodiversity and crop resilience.

You should have proven experience of organising, managing and running field trials as well as monitoring and measuring soil and crop characteristics.

The University of Leeds and the Faculty of Biological Sciences are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN (the national body that promotes gender equality in higher education), and the Faculty of Biological Sciences was re-awarded a Silver award in 2025. We are proud to be an inclusive Faculty that values all staff, and are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees.