"Research Assistant in Dairy Cattle Science"

Newcastle University - Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Hybrid

Salary: £33,002 to £33,951 per annum pro rata.

Hours: Part Time

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 16th March 2026

Closes: 13th April 2026

Job Ref: 29167

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

The Role

Are you motivated by hands-on research that supports animal welfare, sustainable farming, and environmental impact reduction?

We are seeking a Research Assistant in Dairy Cattle Science to support a university-led project focused on dairy cattle welfare, production and emissions. Based within the School of Natural and Environmental Sciences (SNES) in the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE), this role offers the opportunity to work at the heart of applied, impact-driven agricultural research.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination of project activities, working closely with university academics and farm staff to ensure high quality data collection and adherence to agreed protocols. This is a practical role requiring strong organisational skills, confidence working in farm environments, and the ability to support the deployment and maintenance of a range of research technologies.

We are committed to the professional development of our colleagues and offer a supportive working environment within a multidisciplinary research team.

We would welcome requests for flexible working and, depending on the needs of the role, blended working opportunities to work remotely as well as on campus may be considered. The hiring manager will discuss the requirements of the role should you be invited to interview.

This will be a part time, 50% role, from Spring 2026 until Spring 2028.

For informal enquiries about the role, please contact Dr Hannah Davis at Hannah.davis@newcastle.ac.uk.