Senior Research Associate

University of East Anglia - Faculty of Science - School of Biological Sciences

Location: Norwich

Salary: £38,784 per annum, with an annual increment up to £46,049 per annum.

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

Job Ref: RA2351

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Research Associate to join the School of Biological Sciences to conduct studies on plant biostimulants in agriculture.

As a Senior Research Associate you will be associated with a particular project and will contribute ideas and/or enhancement of techniques or methodologies. You will analyse and interpret data, write up results and present information on research progress and outcomes. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to grant applications and may be involved in the supervision of researchers and teaching of students within the School.

You will have a postgraduate level qualification, equivalent qualification or experience in a relevant research area (e.g. molecular biology, plant biology and/or biochemistry). You will also have experience of independent research, have publications in respected journals or equivalent within the field and be able to work in a proactive and results driven manner in a high paced environment. You will also have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to analyse and interpret data and work effectively as part of a team. Advanced skills directly relating to this research area and experience teaching small classes and/or overseeing practices would be advantageous.

This full-time post is available from 1 November 2025 on a fixed-term basis for 22 months.

UEA offers a variety of flexible working options including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working.

Further information on benefits can be found on the benefits page.

Closing date: 3 October 2025