Peatland Researcher

Job title:

Peatland Researcher

Company

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join Kew’s Mycorrhizal Ecology team working on the Natural Capital and Ecosystem Assessment (NCEA) programme, one of Kew’s largest Defra-funded projects. In a nationwide collaborative setting, the candidate will work across various aspects of the project including laboratory work, data analysis and field work, making decisions independently to enable progress and ongoing development of outcomes. This post will focus on the establishment of a peatland monitoring component to Kew’s soil contribution within NCEA, integrating the data generated into the broader context of mycorrhizal ecology and soil health in England.Hours of workFull timeContract TypeFixed Term (FTA)Contract end date31 March 2026Salary£38,100 – £40,900 per annum (pro rata), depending on skills and experience [Band D]DirectorateScienceLocationKew Gardens, RichmondClosing Date20/04/2025Documents(PDF, 279.26kb)
(PDF, 171.78kb)More detailsEducated to MSc/MRes level in a subject relevant to ecological or environmental sciences, or with equivalent professional experience, our ideal candidate will be able to draw on laboratory and data analytical experience to develop ideas for novel research in mycorrhizal ecology, perform lab work and manage and analyse large datasets. They will work well in a team of researchers and will be able to manage their own workload. The candidate will also be able to organise, plan and prioritise work with a high level of productivity and accountability, while demonstrating strong communication skills and a keen interest in the role of mycorrhizal fungi and plants in peatland ecosystems.Interviews are due to take place w/c 5 May.The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi.The salary for this position is £38,100 – £40,900 per annum (pro rata), depending on skills and experience [Band D]Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking “Apply for this job”.We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.No agencies please.

Expected salary

£38100 – 40900 per year

Location

Kew, Greater London – Richmond, Greater London

Job date

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:41:17 GMT

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