Researcher Work, Jobs in Ashdon, Ess (with Salaries)

Cereal Geneticist (Maternity Cover – 12 months)
RAGT Seeds Limited —Ickleton
- £30,000 - £34,000 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Research
- Master's degree
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
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Movement and Storage Assistant (36 Months FTC) x2
Imperial War Museums —Duxford
- £27,600 a year
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
QEC Researcher (Quantum Simulations)
Riverlane —Cambridge
- £70,000 - £85,000 a year
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Life insurance
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Summer School Supervisor | Oxbridge Summer Scholars (Summer, 2026)
Crimson Education —Cambridge
- Weekend availability
- University
- Communication skills
- School
PLOS Medicine Associate Editor- 12 Month FTC
Public Library of Science —Cambridge
- £35,000 - £47,000 a year
- Remote
- Doctoral degree
- Communication skills
Scientific Editor
CCDC —Cambridge
- Up to £40,000 a year
- Databases
- Analysis skills
- Presentation skills
Research Fellowship in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Newnham College —Cambridge
- £38,784 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- University
Research Analyst - Research and Innovation Ecosystems
Rand Europe —Cambridge
- From £33,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- No degree
- Free parking
- Sick pay
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Research Associate Caribbean Collections Ecologies (Fixed Term)
University of Cambridge —Cambridge
- £37,694 - £46,049 a year
- Research
- University
- Employee discount
14d
Research Assistant in Psychology (Fixed Term)
University of Cambridge —Cambridge
- £33,002 - £35,608 a year
- Weekend availability
- Research
- University
- Experience working with children
14d
Impact and Partnerships Director
Cambridge Hughes Hall —Cambridge
- £70,929 - £82,194 a year
- Full-time
Research Assistant (Halim Lab) (Fixed Term)
University of Cambridge —Cambridge
- £33,002 - £35,608 a year
- Organisational skills
14d
Research Assistant (Flow Cytometry Core Facility)
University of Cambridge —Cambridge
- £33,002 - £35,608 a year
- Laboratory experience
- Maintenance
- University
3d
Collections Assistant
Chelmsford City Council —Chelmsford
- £30,045 - £32,604 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Databases
Research Assistant/Associate
University of Cambridge —Cambridge
- £34,610 - £46,049 a year
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Analysis skills
7d
Lab and Automation Technician - Cell Based Screening
Revvity —Cambridge
- Day shift
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
9d
Project Coordinator (fixed term, part time), Population Health Intervention group
University of Cambridge —Cambridge
- £33,951 - £39,906 a year
- Part-time
- University
- Recruiting
- Organisational skills
- Employee discount
7d
Senior Summer School Supervisor | Oxbridge Summer Scholars (Summer, 2026)
Crimson Education —Cambridge
- Weekend availability
- University
- Communication skills
- School
Research Laboratory Technician (Part Time, Fixed Term)
University of Cambridge —Cambridge
- £33,951 - £39,906 a year
- Part-time
- University
9d
Research and Applications Scientist
CCDC —Cambridge
- £35,000 - £55,000 a year
- Doctoral degree
- Analysis skills
- Presentation skills
8d

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Cereal Geneticist (Maternity Cover – 12 months)

RAGT Seeds Limited -
Ickleton

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Job details

Full-time | Fixed term contract
£30,000 - £34,000 a year

Benefits

Casual dress
Health & wellbeing programme
Free flu jabs
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Private medical insurance
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Scientific research
R
Laboratory experience
Research
Master's degree
Databases
Python
Bioinformatics

Full job description

Cereal Geneticist (Maternity Cover – 12 months)

Location: Ickleton, near Cambridge/Saffron Walden (UK)

Deadline for applications: 31 August 2026

We are offering a 1 year fixed term role developing our trait discovery and marker-assisted selection support to our global cereal breeding programmes. The role combines practical laboratory work in a high throughput genotyping laboratory, and research into the genetic control of key traits in wheat and barley. Based at our site in Ickleton, UK, the role will interact with experts in cereal genotyping, bioinformatics, pathology, and breeding. This role provides an opportunity for a recent graduate to gain unparalleled experience in the field of marker-assisted selection in plant breeding.

Your main responsibilities

Conducting genotyping projects for breeding programmes within a high-throughput laboratory. Including: taking leaf and seed samples, DNA extraction, and KASP analysis.
Using internal databases to ensure high quality data delivery.
Research into the genetic control of traits in wheat and barley.
Conducting marker-trait association experiments to translate research findings into marker-assisted selection breeding approaches.
Utilising internal bioinformatics platform to assist with trait discovery efforts.
Ensuring that all research results are documented.
Identification of targets for internal research with Cereal Genomics and Research Manager, breeders, and other researchers and breeding support staff.

Your main skills

Understanding of plant breeding and modern technologies in plant breeding.
Experience of DNA genotyping technologies.
Quantitative genetics: Genetic mapping, QTL analysis, GWAS.
Organised approach to work, with efficient time management and flexibility.
Attention to detail with good record keeping skills.
Follows prescribed procedures and works in a safe manner.
Encourages a culture of health and safety.
Degree, or preferably MSc, in a relevant subject
Must have right to work in the UK, we are unable to offer Visa sponsorship for this role

What we can offer you

Full time permanent position - 37 hours a week
Competitive salary up to £30,000-£34,000 pa (depending on experience)
Minimum 25 days annual leave
Private health care Incentive scheme
Generous company pension
Employee assistance programme
Active employee training program for professional development
Please note that no VISA sponsorship is offered with this position.

About RAGT

RAGT is a French breeding company based in Rodez near Toulouse with a breeding and research site, and successful commercial business in the UK. The company has a multi-crop portfolio and leading position in cereal varieties in the European market. RAGT are European leaders in cereals and protein rich species, varietal innovation is at the heart of our business to support and develop sustainability in agriculture.

Pay: £30,000.00-£34,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Free flu jabs
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Private medical insurance
Sick pay

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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researcher jobs in ashdon, ess

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