Researcher in Cell Biology University College Cork Ireland
Further Vacancy Details Post-Doctoral Researcher School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology 24 Months, Fixed-Term, Whole-Time Post Position Summary A 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: https://www.ucc.ie/en/biochemistry/research/cancerbiology/oconnor/ or contact Professor Rosemary O’Connor at r.oconnor@ucc.ie Achievement 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 Researcher Career Development Framework | Irish Universities Association Project Title: Exploiting the spatial actions of metabolic and survival factors for therapeutic benefit Post Duration: 24 Months Salary: €45,847 - €52,339 p.a. IUA PD1 Scale Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to https://www.ucc.ie/en/biochemistry/research/cancerbiology/oconnor/ or contact Professor Rosemary O’Connor at r.oconnor@ucc.ie Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal https://ore.ucc.ie/ Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to recruitment@ucc.ie quoting the job-title and project name. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Thursday 31st July 2025. No late applications will be accepted. Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector. UCC is committed to creating and fully embracing an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. As a University we strive to create a workplace that reflects the diversity of our student population where people from a wide variety of backgrounds learn from one another, share ideas, and work collaboratively. UCC is committed to being an employer that recognises the value of diversity amongst its staff. We encourage applicants to consult our policies at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/policies/ and initiatives at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/implementation/ and we welcome applications from everyone, including those who are underrepresented in the protected characteristics set out in our Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Contact Person : Rosemary O'Connor Contact Email : r.oconnor@ucc.ie Job ID : 087873 Contact Number : Close Date : 31-Jul-2025 12:00 Click on the link(s) below to view documents Filesize Notes Guide for UCC Applicants 926   Guide For External Applicants 1672.6   Candidate Brief 3939.2  
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