Job Description:
Appointment will be at the minimum point of the Post Doctoral Level 1 (PD1) scale (€33,975). Increments will be awarded annually* on the PD1 scale for the first 3 years (36 months) subject to performance and completion of the prescribed training plan. Appointees will progress to the first point of the PD2 scale (€38,155) in year 4 with increments awarded annually* on the first point of the PD2 scale subject to performance and completion of the prescribed training plan for the balance of the contract. The current PD1 and PD2 scales are as follows: PD1: €33,975 (min.); €34,974; €36,003 (max.) PD2: €38,155 (min.); €39,279; €40,437 (max.) Note: Exceptional circumstances may apply for candidates with current or previous service in the public sector. *Remuneration and the annual cycle for the payment of increments may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy. Basic Function of the post: This position will be filled by a researcher with a qualification in microbiology, molecular biology, bioinformatics and/or a related discipline. The primary role will be to combine bioinformatics with culture-based studies of ‘difficult-to-culture’, health-associated, gut microbes in order to identify nutrients/food ingredients that can promote the growth of these microbes in the gut. Person Specification: This section outlines the qualifications, skills, knowledge and/or experience that the successful candidate would be required to demonstrate for successful discharge of the responsibilities of the post. Applications will be assessed on how well candidates satisfy these criteria. Essential: -PhD in Microbiology, Bioinformatics or a related field -Relevant research experience not to exceed 3 years’ post-PhD Desirable: -Experience in culturing strict anaerobes -Experience in setting own research agenda
Additional Info:
Candidates can access a Fellowship Programme Application form for this post on the Teagasc website at https://www.teagasc.ie/about/opportunities/post-doctoral-opportunities/. Teagasc do not accept Curriculum Vitae’s as an application for a position. In order to apply for a post the relevant application form must be completed in order to be considered. Completed application forms should be TYPED and saved in PDF format and submitted by email to teagascjobs@clark.ie no later than 12 midnight on Friday 17th February 2017. Teagasc is an equal opportunities employer. Canvassing will disqualify. The details contained above are subject to change without notice. Research Area: Food for Health Eligibility: PhD in a relevant discipline with up to 3 years’ (max.) relevant experience. Project Title: NIHAM Foods Post Duration: The indicative duration of 48 months, but not exceeding the above project end date, subject to contract. Location: Teagasc Food Research Centre, Moorepark, Fermoy, Cork. Closes: 17th February 2017[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
Appointment will be at the minimum point of the Post Doctoral Level 1 (PD1) scale (€33,975). Increments will be awarded annually* on the PD1 scale for the first 3 years (36 months) subject to performance and completion of the prescribed training plan. Appointees will progress to the first point of the PD2 scale (€38,155) in year 4 with increments awarded annually* on the first point of the PD2 scale subject to performance and completion of the prescribed training plan for the balance of the contract. The current PD1 and PD2 scales are as follows: PD1: €33,975 (min.); €34,974; €36,003 (max.) PD2: €38,155 (min.); €39,279; €40,437 (max.) Note: Exceptional circumstances may apply for candidates with current or previous service in the public sector. *Remuneration and the annual cycle for the payment of increments may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy. Basic Function of the post: This position will be filled by a researcher with a qualification in microbiology, molecular biology, bioinformatics and/or a related discipline. The primary role will be to combine bioinformatics with culture-based studies of ‘difficult-to-culture’, health-associated, gut microbes in order to identify nutrients/food ingredients that can promote the growth of these microbes in the gut. Person Specification: This section outlines the qualifications, skills, knowledge and/or experience that the successful candidate would be required to demonstrate for successful discharge of the responsibilities of the post. Applications will be assessed on how well candidates satisfy these criteria. Essential: -PhD in Microbiology, Bioinformatics or a related field -Relevant research experience not to exceed 3 years’ post-PhD Desirable: -Experience in culturing strict anaerobes -Experience in setting own research agenda
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Additional Info:
Candidates can access a Fellowship Programme Application form for this post on the Teagasc website at https://www.teagasc.ie/about/opportunities/post-doctoral-opportunities/. Teagasc do not accept Curriculum Vitae’s as an application for a position. In order to apply for a post the relevant application form must be completed in order to be considered. Completed application forms should be TYPED and saved in PDF format and submitted by email to teagascjobs@clark.ie no later than 12 midnight on Friday 17th February 2017. Teagasc is an equal opportunities employer. Canvassing will disqualify. The details contained above are subject to change without notice. Research Area: Food for Health Eligibility: PhD in a relevant discipline with up to 3 years’ (max.) relevant experience. Project Title: NIHAM Foods Post Duration: The indicative duration of 48 months, but not exceeding the above project end date, subject to contract. Location: Teagasc Food Research Centre, Moorepark, Fermoy, Cork. Closes: 17th February 2017[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]