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JOB SYNOPSIS:

We are seeking a dynamic and innovative academic researcher at the intersection of biopharma and pharma analytics to join the Dept of Biological Sciences as part of the course team for the new the Immersive Bioscience and Biotherapeutics (iBio) The ideal candidate will possess expertise in biopharmaceutical/pharmaceutical science combined with a strong background in advanced analytical techniques, data science, and computational modelling. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead interdisciplinary research initiatives aimed at advancing the use of bioanalytical methods to improve biopharmaceutical process development and to integrate this knowledge into an innovative iBio BSc/MSc programme and other existing Bioscience programmes in the Department.
Applications are invited for the following position:
Faculty of Science & Engineering
Department of Biological Sciences
Associate Professor B in Biopharmachemical Analytics - Permanent
Salary Scale: €63,310 - €101,461 p.a.
Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:
Professor Sean Fair
Head
Department of Biological Sciences
University of Limerick
Email: Sean.Fair@ul.ie
The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 26th May 2025.
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.
Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties
Please note your application must include:
A letter of introduction indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.
A completed online Application Form (separate application forms must be submitted for each post applied for).
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.
The University of Limerick holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to selection on merit welcoming applicants from all sections of the community. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.
Pension Abatement
If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012.
Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position.
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Competition Type :
Academic
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Job ID :
075388
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Close Date :
26-May-2025 12:00
Further Particulars :

Please refer the Job description for details