Post-Doctoral Researcher School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology

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Post-Doctoral Researcher School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology

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Offer DescriptionA postdoctoral position is available to explore mechanisms of receptor tyrosine kinase actions and novel therapeutic strategies aggressive cancers and inflammatory conditions. The research project is supported by a Research Ireland-funded Frontiers for the Future Award programme.We are seeking highly motivated candidates with a PhD and demonstrated research achievement, who will contribute to this research programme and will also be supported to prepare for careers in academia or Industry. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of international researchers in Cork, and will also interact with collaborators in the USA, Europe and Japan. The research will deploy innovative approaches including “in cell” proteomics and imaging, CRISPR-generated cell and mouse models, protein structure-function analyses and modelling along with a range of cell function approaches.The School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology provides a supportive research environment and University College Cork offers a suite of career development initiatives through the postdoc hub and the human resources unit.For more information see:or contact Professor Rosemary O’Connor atAchievement of the expected progression within Post Doc and Senior Post Doc is transferable between the Irish HEI’s. This can be reflected in the starting pay of a PD researcher. Similarly, as the PD scheme is an intergenerational training scheme completion of PD1 or PD 2 levels in one HEI will normally render that researcher ineligible for appointment at a similar level in another Irish HEI nProject Title: Exploiting the spatial actions of metabolic and survival factors for therapeutic benefitWhere to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Biological sciences » Other Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/Qualifications

• To conduct a specified programme of research under the supervision and direction of a Principal Investigator/Project Leader.
• To engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities as required by the Principal Investigator, School or College in order to develop research skills and competencies.
• To gain experience in grant writing.
• To engage in the dissemination of the results of the research in which they are engaged, as directed by, with the support of and under the supervision of a Principal Investigator.
• To become familiar with the publication process.
• To acquire generic and transferable skills (including project management, business skills and postgraduate mentoring/supervision).
• To engage in the wider research and scholarly activities of the research group, School or College.
• To interact closely with postgraduate research students who are studying for a Masters or a PhD and possibly have an agreed role in supporting these students in their day to day research in conjunction with an academic supervisor.
• To carry out administrative work to support the programme of research.
• To carry out additional duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.
• To contribute to costing research grant proposals and assist in the financial management of a research project.

Specific Requirements

• A PhD qualification.
• Appropriate research experience.
• Appropriate technical competence and accomplishment.
• A capability of working within a project team to achieve results.
• Good communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to gaining practical experience working on a research project.
• Ability to work well within a team.

Languages ENGLISHResearch Field Biological sciences » OtherAdditional InformationWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Chief People & Culture Office Country Ireland GeofieldContact State/ProvinceCork CityCork WebsiteStreetWestern Road Postal CodeT23 X6V9 E-Mailr.oconnor@ucc.ie Phone0833696452STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Cork

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Wed, 25 Jun 2025 02:09:49 GMT

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