Delivery of the scientific tasks within a range livestock production research projects. This work will include literature reviews, preparing reports and protocols, recording scientific data, manual handling of livestock and agricultural equipment (outdoor based activities), reviewing and analysis of data and preparation of scientific outputs (papers, presentations)

1a. A PhD in agriculture, animal science or relevant*** biological science related to animals

Or

1b. A degree or higher in agriculture, animal science or relevant*** biological science related to animals, AND 2 years demonstrable experience working in a research capacity post qualification

And

2. Proven experience of conducting scientific studies involving animals and of conducting statistical analysis of scientific results and demonstrate experience of presenting research findings to a range of audience e.g. farmers, academic audiences etc.)

3. Experience of writing scientific papers related to animals, AND evidence of one full peer reviewed paper published in a scientific journal as a first name author (excludes conference papers).