Postdoctoral Researcher (PD 1/2) in Food Material Science and Structure Des

at  Teagasc

Location: Teagasc Food Research Centre Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork
Research
Salary: Post Doc (Combined) with a Salary Scale of €43,128 to €51,314
Closing Date: 18/11/2024 12:00 PM
Funded Full Time

SKILLS REQUIREMENT

This section outlines the qualifications, skills, knowledge and/or experience that the successful candidate would be required to demonstrate for successful discharge of the responsibilities of the post. Applications will be assessed on how well candidates satisfy these criteria.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES SPECIFIC TO THIS PROJECT:

• To construct emulsion gels with different structural features and to elucidate the key factors affecting gel structure;
• To elucidate the structural changes during oral processing and to reveal the mechanism of gel structure regulation on salty taste perception.
• To explore the potential application in the real food systems, develop the practical protocols for food systems on salt reduction technology.
• To liaise with collaborating partners involved in the project to ensure coordinated sample preparation, collection, analysis and dissemination of findings.
• To coordinate WP’s in conjunction with the PI’s to ensure that the WP task objectives, milestones and reporting are completed in an interdisciplinary fashion

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 they may arise and be assigned by management.