Location: Food Research Centre, Teagasc, Moorepark, Fermoy, Co Cork, P61 C996
Research
Salary: Post Doc (Level 2) with a Salary Scale of €49,672 to €52,340
Closing Date: 11/09/2025 12:00 PM
Funded Full Time

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES SPECIFIC TO THIS PROJECT:

• To undertake microbiome science for determination of gut microbiota composition and functional potential of the human gut microbiome via 16S rDNA and metagenomics sequencing and bioinformatics analysis
• To provide assistance in conducting research activities, including planning, organizing, conducting, and communicating research studies within the overall scope of a research project.
• To coordinate and perform a variety of independent and team activities involved in the collection, analysis, documentation and interpretation of information/results.
• To aid with the preparation of reports for the project and contribute to outreach activities
• To write the results up for publication in high impact scientific journals

ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To interpret research findings and prepare scientific and popular press publications.
• To disseminate research findings to a variety of audiences as appropriate.
• To assist Teagasc in meeting the commitments of the Quality Customer Service Charter and Action Plan.
• To comply with all relevant Teagasc policies and procedures.
• 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.
• To actively participate in the Teagasc Post-Doctoral Fellowship programme and review processes, and to undertake all Post-Doctoral Fellowship training and associated duties as agreed in the Training & Development Plan.
• To take up additional duties as may arise or as assigned by management.