KTP Associate - Pests and diseases of sugar beet (fixed term) (SCI190118)

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to kick-start their career in industry through a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP). You will be working with the British Beet Research Organisation and the School of Biosciences to develop physiological screens for the identification of resistance/tolerance traits to important pests and diseases of sugar beet. These screens will then be used to provide information for growers on which varieties are most suited to specific situations (e.g. level of BCN infestation).

Qualifications we require as a minimum:

You will hold a first degree in Agriculture, or related subject, and a PhD, or be close to completion of a PhD, in Crop Science or Crop Protection

The successful candidate must possess:

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to lead and also work as part of a teamEnthusiasm, motivation and drive to embed new knowledge, take responsibility for the project, and to meet deadlinesKnowledge of a wide range of techniques to evaluate crop growth and development and the impact of pests and diseases on crop plants.Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations.

Essential skills we require as a minimum:

Excellent analytical and problem solving skillsExperience of working as part of a team and on own initiativeAbility to work independently, prioritise tasks and work to tight deadlines.

About the British Beet Research Organisation:

The British Beet Research Organisation (BBRO) is funded by a levy that sugar beet growers pay on every tonne of beet that they produce. The levy is matched by British Sugar and provides an annual revenue of c. £2 million for applied research in sugar beet production. BBRO’s goal is to deliver the research and knowledge transfer essential for the continued sustainability of the UK sugar beet industry. This project will contribute to that goal by developing physiological screens for specific resistance/tolerance traits – for example, to beet cyst nematode and virus yellows. The aim is that these screens will be used to evaluate new varieties, before they reach the market, so that growers can take informed decisions regarding the most appropriate variety to select for a specific situation.

About KTP:

This position forms part of the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) funded by Innovate UK. It is essential that you understand how KTP works with business and the University, and the vital role you will play if you successfully secure a KTP Associate position.

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If you have questions about this vacancy please contact:

E: ktp@nottingham.ac.uk 

This post will be offered on a fixed term contract for a period of 3 years. The hours of work are full time.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof Debbie Sparkes, tel: 0115 9516074. Or email Debbie.sparkes@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 16 Jul 2018
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)