Contract Technologist Dairy Ingredients

at  Teagasc

Location: Teagasc Food Research Centre, Moorepark, Fermoy, Co.Cork
Technologist
Salary: Technologist Grade 1 with a Salary Scale of €40,580 to €77,284
Closing Date: 27/11/2024 12:00 PM
Funded Full Time

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Level 8 qualification (as recognised on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent), in a Science discipline.or a related discipline.
• A postgraduate degree and/or research experience in Food Science, Process Engineering or related discipline would be a distinct advantage.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Demonstrated research and technical expertise in analytical methodology
• Excellent project management, analytical, report writing and data analysis skills.
• Evidence of research activity (publications, conference presentations, awards) and future scholarly output (working papers, research proposals etc).
• Experience in setting own research agenda
• Evidence of teamwork and collaboration with relevant partners

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES SPECIFIC TO THIS PROJECT:

• Oversee acquisition, organisation, trending and statistical analysis of data generated from laboratory analysis.
• Complete all day to day activities as allocated by the laboratory manager/supervisor.
• Conduct routine and specialized tests on various dairy powders.
• Collect and prepare samples of various dairy products for testing, ensuring that all samples are handled and stored correctly to maintain their integrity.
• Perform a variety of laboratory tests, including HPLC, spectroscopy, particle size analysis, heat stability, solubility, wettability, etc.
• Accurately interpret, record and systematically report test results
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Development and implementation of new test methods and quality control protocols to improve testing accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in dairy science and laboratory techniques. Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To assist Teagasc in meeting the commitments of the Quality Customer Service Charter and Action Plan.
• To actively participate in the annual business planning and Performance Management Development System (PMDS) processes.
• Fully co-operate with the provisions made for ensuring the health, safety and welfare of themselves, fellow staff and non-Teagasc staff and co-operate with management in enabling Teagasc to comply with legal obligations. This includes full compliance with the responsibilities outlined in the Safety Statement.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
• This job specification is intended as a guide to the general range of duties and is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive. It will be reviewed from time to time with the post holder.