"Scientist in Grassland Research (Higher Scientific Officer)"

Scientist in Grassland Research (Higher Scientific Officer)

Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI)

Location:County Armagh, County Down, Loughgall, Royal Hillsborough Salary:£37,694 to £38,990 Hours:Full Time Contract Type:Permanent Placed On: 16th February 2026

Closes: 6th March 2026

Job Ref: IRC323841

LOCATION: The successful candidate will be based at AFBI Sustainable Livestock Systems Branch, Hillsborough, Co. Down BT26 6DR. They will also be expected to work at other AFBI sites, including Deerpark Farm, Loughgall, Co Armagh and on commercial farms as required.

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Completed application forms must be submitted no later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on 6 March 2026.

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