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Research Fellow in Agri-Tech Development (Controlled Environment Agriculture and Crop Production) Nottingham Trent University in United Kingdom

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Postdoc

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Full-time fixed-term Research Fellow contract for 12 months with salary £33,739-£38,825 per annum pro rata. The post is supported by externally funded research activity and institutional investment in research infrastructure; no student stipend or tuition funding is described.

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Nov 2, 2026

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United Kingdom

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University of Nottingham

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Environmental Science
Agriculture
Plant Biology
Horticulture
Biology
Crop Science
Plant Physiology
Crop Yield
Controlled Environment Agriculture

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About this position

Research Fellow – Agri-Tech Development at Nottingham Trent University (School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences). This is a 12-month fixed-term, full-time research position based at Brackenhurst Campus, United Kingdom.

The project sits within NTU’s growing portfolio in sustainable agriculture, crop production, and agri-technology. The successful applicant will contribute to applied research in controlled environment agriculture, crop production systems, and agricultural innovation. The role includes designing and running experiments, collecting and analysing data, and helping disseminate findings. The work involves commercially relevant crops, including ornamental and agricultural species, in controlled environment facilities and other research settings.

Eligibility highlights: applicants should hold a PhD or be close to completion in plant science, crop science, horticulture, agricultural science, environmental science, or a related field. The university will also consider strong relevant experience. Essential strengths include experimental design, data management, analytical ability, and good written and verbal communication. Desirable experience includes glasshouse/protected crop production, plant physiology, horticultural science, crop husbandry, and industry-facing or applied research.

Funding and contract: this is a salaried employment role, not a studentship or scholarship. Salary is £33,739–£38,825 per annum pro rata. The post is fixed term for 12 months. The advert notes the role is assessed as ineligible for UK visa sponsorship under the points-based immigration system, although candidates with another valid route to work in the UK may still apply.

How to apply: submit an application through the NTU vacancies page before the closing date. The closing date is 02/11/2026, and interview dates are scheduled for the week commencing 9 November 2026. Informal queries can be directed to Andy Gill at [email protected].

Funding details

Full-time fixed-term Research Fellow contract for 12 months with salary £33,739-£38,825 per annum pro rata. The post is supported by externally funded research activity and institutional investment in research infrastructure; no student stipend or tuition funding is described.

What's required

A PhD or near completion in plant science, crop science, horticulture, agricultural science, environmental science or a related discipline; relevant equivalent experience may also be considered. Applicants should have experience designing and conducting experimental research, strong analytical and data management skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams. Experience in controlled environment agriculture, glasshouse or protected crop production, plant physiology, horticultural science, crop husbandry and production systems, or industry-facing/applied research would be advantageous.

How to apply

Apply via the Nottingham Trent University vacancies portal using the job listing. Review the job description and supporting documents, then submit your application before the closing date. For informal queries, contact Andy Gill by email.

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