Field Trial Technical Specialist

Field Trial Technical Specialist

Available on a full-time, fixed-term basis until 30.09.2028 (to complete specific time‑limited work)

Location: University of Leeds city campus and University of Leeds farm, Tadcaster

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

We are seeking a Field Trial Technical Specialist with a strong interest in regenerative agriculture to join our research team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to high‑impact research aimed at advancing evidence‑based practice for regenerative farming systems. It is ideal for someone passionate about developing regenerative farming systems, with experience in managing and monitoring field trials, and who is eager to contribute to innovative research to provide evidence‑based practical farming techniques that enhance soil health, biodiversity and crop resilience.

You should have proven experience in organising, managing and running field trials as well as monitoring and measuring soil and crop characteristics.

The University of Leeds and the Faculty of Biological Sciences are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN (the national body that promotes gender equality in higher education), and the Faculty of Biological Sciences was re‑awarded a Silver award in 2025. We are proud to be an inclusive Faculty that values all staff, and are happy to consider job‑share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees.

Our Athena SWAN webpage provides more information.

Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role may only be suitable for first‑time Skilled Worker visa applicants if they are eligible for salary concessions. For more information, please visit the Government’s Skilled Worker visa page.

• 26 days holiday plus approximately 16 bank holidays / days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – a total of 42 days a year.
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance – the University contributes 14.5 % of salary.
• Health & Wellbeing:
  Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state‑of‑the‑art campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit and sports halls.
• Personal Development:
  Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on‑site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
• And much more!

• Location: Leeds – Main Campus
• Faculty/Service: Faculty of Biological Sciences
• School/Institute: School of Biology
• Category: Research
• Grade: Grade 6
• Salary: £33,951 to £39,906 per annum
• Working Time: 100 % FTE – open to flexible working arrangements
• Post Type: Full Time
• Contract Type: Fixed Term (until 30.09.2028 to complete specific time‑limited work)
• Release Date: Wednesday 10 June 2026
• Closing Date: Wednesday 08 July 2026

For any queries, please contact Ruth Wade, Lecturer in Sustainable Agriculture, Email: