Working with us
There are lots of ways to get involved with the Organic Research Centre. We look for trustees, partner organisations, postgraduate researchers and also farmers and businesses to take part in our research programmes. Find out how you can work with us.
Staff vacancies
Assistant Researcher – Crops & Agronomy (G6)
Salary range: £26,000 – £31,000 per annum depending on experience (Work from home 12 month fixed term contract)
REF: RES2501
We are looking to appoint an Assistant Researcher – Crops & Agronomy (G6) on a 12-month fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension. The role involves supporting our research across a range of existing and new projects including the collection of data from the field, literature and focus groups. Active areas of research include organic plant breeding and variety testing as well as organic matter management, composting systems, and fertiliser efficiency, working across organic, regenerative and conventional farms. You will:
- Carry out data collection, data entry and data analysis according to a range of methodologies
- Contribute to reports and other research outputs
- Support knowledge exchange and outreach activities
Due to the geography of our field sites, we are particularly seeking someone based in central or southern England or western midlands but will consider outstanding candidates wishing to be home-based in other parts of the country. This ideal candidate would be MSc qualified with a career goal to work as a researcher. The role is available for immediate start.
If you are methodical with good attention to detail and wish to work in the field of applied agricultural research then this could be the job for you. Much of ORC’s research takes place over a wide geographical spread so you need to be willing to travel and spend days in the field. You will have the opportunity to gain experience of the whole research process whilst working closely with farmers, and you will make a contribution to bridging the gap between science and practice.
We look forward to receiving your application, which must be made using the ORC application form.
Please download the application pack or individual files below:
The closing date for applications is 17.00 on Friday 14th March 2025. Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams in the week commencing 24th March 2025.
Internships
No internships currently available.
Postgraduate research
Opportunities may exist for MSc and PhD research projects linked to our current research areas. Contact the relevant team leader for further information.
Participatory research
Much of our research involves participatory engagement of farmers, producers and other businesses. We currently have over 50 businesses working with us and have now established a Participatory Research Network to develop this work.
If you are a producer, farmer, processor or other business interested in getting involved with research, please get in touch.
Partner organisations
ORC works collaboratively on projects and in its dissemination of results with a number of UK and European partners. If you are interested in partnering with us, please do get in touch.
