Lecturer in Plant ScienceUniversity

Location

Leeds - Main Campus

School/Institute

School of Biology

Interview Date

To be confirmed

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Overview

Are you an ambitious and experienced plant scientist with the motivation to carry out world-leading research and deliver an exceptional student experience in a research-intensive Russell Group University?

This role offers the opportunity to further develop your career within one of the UK’s leading research institutions, working as part of a supportive and interdisciplinary community within the School of Biology.

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who will lead research and teaching activity in fundamental and/or translational plant science, contributing to and enhancing our research strengths in crop science, plant genetics, plant development, plant pathology, plant symbioses or plant-soil interactions within the School of Biology. You will play a key role in advancing our vision for crop science at Leeds, working at the interface of fundamental and applied plant science to support the sustainable intensification of agriculture.

As a member of the Centre for Plant Sciences and School of Biology, you will become part of a vibrant and highly interdisciplinary research environment at Leeds. Leveraging and extending our expertise in crop science, plant development and genetics, you will be supported by cross-faculty initiatives including the Global Food and Environment Institute, and by the new, multi-million pound investment in state-of-the-art research infrastructure.

You will also contribute significantly to the development of outstanding graduates and scholars through inclusive, innovative teaching and compassionate mentorship, while leading rigorous, ground‑breaking research in your field with integrity and professionalism, and fostering a positive, supportive and inclusive research culture.

The primary criterion for your appointment will be demonstrated academic excellence. As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment, contributing to our vision of sustainable and impactful research.

What we offer in return

26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!

Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance.

Health and 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!

£51,753 to £59,966 per annum, Grade 8