Research at University of Sheffield

Job description:

This post is for a Technician to work within Theme 2, ‘Food systems and environmental restoration’, of the South Yorkshire Sustainability Centre (SYSC). We’re working together across South Yorkshire in support of a just and sustainable transition to net-zero for the Region.

You will support the research team on a project focused on understanding carbon sequestration potential across South Yorkshire to support the South Yorkshire Natural Capital assessment and the upcoming Local Nature Recovery Strategy.

The project investigates how soil management influences soil carbon stocks and, in this role, you will be responsible for planning fieldwork and processing soil samples in the lab.

Applicants must hold a Level 3 (BTEC/A Level) qualification in relevant field (or have equivalent experience) along with experience in soil lab analysis with a focus on organic matter, carbon and nitrogen quantification.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more.

Find out more at sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits and join us to become part of something special.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.

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