An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Assistant to join the Entomology and Insectary team at the John Ihnes Centre. This role involves working with the Entomology Team to design, undertake, and support a range of assays working closely with academic and commercial partners. You will also assist with the day to day maintenance of insect colonies for research purposes, and the basic duties associated with maintaining an entomology facility to the high standards of hygiene and strict operational procedures required for operating under a Defra licence, including assisting in horticultural tasks associated with producing insect food plants. The Entomology and Insectary Platform: The John Innes Centre is an independent, international centre of excellence in plant science, gene