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Policy Analyst/Research Assistant – Sustainable Policy Analytics Unit Data Science Institute University of Galway 146-23

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time, fixed term position as a policy analyst/Research Assistant with Data Science Institute at the University of Galway, Ireland.

 

This position is funded by the European Union and is available from September 1st 2023 to contract end date of August 31st 2024.

 

The Data Science Institute at the University of Galway

https://www.universityofgalway.ie/dsi/

 

Job Description:

WaterLANDS, WildE and Multi-Peat are multi-annual European projects in the Sustainable Policy Analytics for Climate and the Environment Unit looking at developing best practice evidence-based policy tools to support the restoration and protection of peatlands and wetlands across Europe. This will be achieved through a number of projects led by project partners and the Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics.

Duties: To further support this work, we are now looking for a Policy Analyst to carry out the following duties:

  • Review and evaluate legislation and policies related to peatlands and wetlands in the European context.
  • Determine the benefits and drawbacks of existing policies.
  • Liaise with stakeholders to determine needs and goals of policies.
  • Gather and analyse data and produce reports on the qualitative and quantitative analysis.
  • Contribute to specific deliverables under each project in collaboration with the other project workers.
  • Contribute to the development of tools to support actors on the ground and partners.
  • Attend policy meetings both in Ireland and Europe as applicable.
  • Attend and present at relevant conferences at European and International level.
  • Interpret, analyse and disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications, in collaboration with the Principal Investigator.

Qualifications/Skills required:

 

Essential Requirements: (i.e criteria for shortlisting, minimum of four)

  • A primary degree. (Level 8)
  • Working knowledge of the legal aspects affecting (environmental) policies.
  • Excellent Writing and Communications Skills.
  • Research-led publication output or plan for publication.
  • High organizational and time-management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

 

Desirable Requirements: (i.e criteria for shortlisting (minimum of four)

  • A masters degree or PhD.
  • Experience in the area of Public Policy.
  • Data analytics or communications and information technology skills.
  • Interest in Peatlands / Wetlands (highly desirable).
  • Interest in sustainability, nature restoration, climate change, re-wilding etc.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative working ethos.
  • Ability to travel easily for research.

 

Salary: Research Assistant pay scale €28,702 - €31,597 per annum.

 

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the pay scale, where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale.

 

Research Salary Scales - University of Galway).

 

Start date: Position is available from 1st September 2023.

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training:

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans. University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment - see HERE for further information.

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Further information about the Data Science Institute is available at:

https://www.universityofgalway.ie/dsi/

 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Niall Ó Brolcháin

niall.obrolchain@universityofgalway.ie

To Apply:

Applications to include a covering letter, CV, and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to Christiane Leahy-Coen christiane.leahy-coen@universityofgalway.ie  

Please put reference number University of Galway 146-23 in subject line of e-mail application.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm (Irish Time) 30th June 2023

 

Interviews are planned to be held in July 2023

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post.

 

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment.

Closing Date: Friday, 30 Jun 2023

Application: Policy Analyst/Research Assistant -Data Science Inst.University of Galway 146-23

Research Assistant OCEAN CITIZEN project School of Natural Sciences and Ryan Institute University of Galway 142-23

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time fixed term position as a Research Assistant with the School of Natural Sciences and Ryan Institute at the University of Galway, Ireland.

 

This position is funded by Horizon Europe and is available from August 2023 for a period of 3 years.

 

The position is part of the OCEAN CITIZEN project https://oceancitizen.eu/about/, co-funded by the European Union, under Horizon Europe Research and Innovation programme, Grant agreement No. 101093910. OCEAN CITIZEN is working with marine ecosystem regeneration protocols, involving teams applying habitat creation and restoration approaches in several locations. Prof. Louise Allcock and Prof. Mark Johnson will be looking at changes in fish populations around regeneration sites, with a particular focus on Tenerife.

 

Job Description:

The successful candidate will participate in fieldwork, including maintenance and deployment of baited remote underwater video (BRUV) systems. The role also involves collecting data from video recordings, maintaining records and drafting reports. The position holder will communicate with the wider consortium, coordinating fieldwork and participating in outreach and joint activities where needed.

 

Duties:

• Provide assistance in conducting research, including planning, organizing, conducting, and communicating research within the overall scope of the project.

• Present information on research progress and outcomes to others responsible for the research project. 

• Attend and contribute to relevant meetings/conferences.

• Keep appropriate records as directed and in line with funder/University policy.

• Work under the direction of the Principal Investigators.  Plan and manage own day-to-day research activity within this framework & direction.

• Support and, where appropriate, co-supervise the work of undergraduate students e.g. Final Year Project Students.

• Continue to update knowledge and develop skills.

 

Qualifications/Skills required:

Essential Requirements: (i.e criteria for shortlisting, minimum of four)

  • Primary degree (level 8) in Marine Science, Zoology or similar relevant discipline.
  • Data handling skills
  • Communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Teamwork experience
  • Use of research software, e.g., R

 

Desirable Requirements: (i.e criteria for shortlisting (minimum of four)

  • Experience with video analysis
  • Experience with underwater cameras and/or BRUV systems
  • Ability to speak Spanish
  • Fieldwork experience

 

Employment permit restrictions apply for this category of post

 

Salary: Research Assistant scale point 1 to point 13 (€29,275 - €39,158) per annum.

 

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the payscale (subject to the project’s funding limitations), where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale.

 

 Research Salary Scales - University of Galway).

 

Start date: Position is available from August 1st 2023.

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training:

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans. University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment - see HERE for further information.

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Further information about the School and Ryan Institute is available at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/science-engineering/school-of-natural-sciences/ and https://www.universityofgalway.ie/ryaninstitute/researchcentresandclusters/corex/

To Apply:

Applications to include a covering letter, CV, and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to Mary Gannon mary.gannon@universityofgalway.ie

Please put reference number University of Galway 142-23 in subject line of e-mail application.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm (Irish Time) June 30th 2023.

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post.

 

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment

Closing Date: Friday, 30 Jun 2023

Application: RA School of Natural Sciences & Ryan Institute University of Galway 142-23

Postdoctoral Researcher - Grassland Ecologist, GreeNet, School of Natural Sciences, University of Galway 143-23

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time, fixed term position as a PostDoctoral Researcher for the EU funded GreeNet project in the Applied Ecology Unit, School of Natural Sciences at the University of Galway https://www.universityofgalway.ie/applied_ecology_unit/

 

This position is funded under the EU Biodiversa+ Transnational Call (BioDivProtect) and is available from August 1st 2023 to June 30th 2026.

 

The multidisciplinary team consists of partners in Austria, Estonia, Germany, Ireland, Norway and Switzerland with each country undertaking case studies that feed into the overall project. The overarching aim of the project, with respect to grassland conservation across European landscapes, is to determine how target-oriented grassland conservation management options can be integrated into biophysical and socio-economic assessment tools at a landscape level.  The Irish case study data will be combined with the partner case studies to develop the next generation of conservation incentive schemes, ready to cope with future challenges of maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem services of European grasslands

 

The Irish Project Team consists of Professor Mike Gormally, Dr Caitriona Carlin and Dr Gesche Kindermann in the Applied Ecology Unit, University of Galway and Dr John Carey, Project Manager for the Corncrake LIFE project https://www.corncrakelife.ie/ .

 

Job Description:

While the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to all work packages in conjunction with our partners, their primary focus, with reference to the north-west of Ireland, will be to:

 

  • Review grassland conservation targets
  • Develop plant indicators to support species-rich grassland systems
  • Apply remote sensing methods using local datasets as ground-truth for calibration
  • Contribute to landscape assessment using the Viva Grass tool
  • Utilise literature surveys/questionnaires to determine factors which influence conservation programme uptake by landowners

 

The Grassland Ecologist will be responsible for advancing the research and innovation outputs, impacts and outcomes of the research project, under the direction of the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigators, to ensure that projects goals, milestones and impacts are reached. The Grassland Ecologist should be technically strong in the area of terrestrial plant ecology, ground truthing in conjunction with GIS / remote sensing and landscape scale conservation with a thorough understanding of conservation management schemes. The Postdoctoral Researcher will work with the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigators as well as other members of the Applied Ecology Unit team. The Postdoctoral Researcher will be based in the Applied Ecology Unit at the University of Galway.

 

Duties:

  • Determine appropriate methodologies for GreeNet research under the guidance and direction of the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigators.
  • Plan and implement research for GreeNet, to ensure that all relevant Work Packages and Research Activity Areas of GreeNet are advanced to reach milestones and targets.
  • Assist and engage in the research supervision of other researchers working on the GreeNet project.
  • Draft and submit research papers, reports and other forms of GreeNet project outputs.
  • Draft reports for funding agencies
  • Keep appropriate records as directed and in line with Funder/University policy
  • Work closely with the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigators on an on-going basis to support the efficient functioning of the GreeNet project
  • Set up and maintain website and social media accounts for the project
  • Carry out any additional duties as may reasonably be required.
  • Any other duties assigned commensurate to this level of post.

 

Qualifications/Skills required:

 

Essential Requirements:

  • PhD degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, or equivalent
  • Quantitative and qualitative research skills that are integrative and interdisciplinary in the field of ecosystem conservation and management
  • Educational and research background that demonstrates capability to conduct research (including fieldwork) on plant indicators in terrestrial ecosystems.
  • Skills of relevance to the project e.g. GIS skills (ArcGIS, qGIS) etc.
  • Data analytics capability for mapping ecological data collected in the field and using existing datasets (e.g. using R, SPSS etc).
  • Excellent scientific/report writing skills and proficiency in data visualisation
  • Willingness to travel to partner countries for site visits and meetings.
  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills including a proven ability to work to deadlines.
  • Full clean driving licence, valid for Republic of Ireland (this includes EU/EEA countries or one of the recognised states for which a full driving licence can be exchanged for a Republic of Ireland driving licence – see: https://www.ndls.ie/licensed-driver/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html)

 

Desirable Requirements:

  • Understanding of agri-environmental measures and farming systems
  • Published peer-reviewed journal papers on European terrestrial ecosystems, terrestrial plant indicators and/or ecosystem services
  • Highly motivated and detail oriented with the ability to work independently and in close collaboration with team members.
  • Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills, including the ability to write concise, readable reports in English; set up and maintain website and social media accounts; and to interact with other researchers.
  • Ability and willingness to work in diverse multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environments.
  • Interest in terrestrial invertebrate ecology and plant – invertebrate interactions

 

Salary: Postdoctoral Researcher pay scale €42,032 - €54,153 per annum, (subject to the project’s funding limitations), and pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts.  

 

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the payscale, where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale.  

 

 Research Salary Scales - University of Galway). 

 

Start date: Position is available from August 1st 2023

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training:

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans. University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment - see HERE for further information. 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Further information about The Applied Ecology UNIT is available at

https://www.universityofgalway.ie/applied_ecology_unit/

 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Professor Mike Gormally at mike.gormally@universityofgalway.ie OR Dr Caitríona Carlin at caitriona.carlin@universityofgalway.ie

 

To Apply:

Applications to include a covering letter, CV, and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to Dr Caitríona Carlin at caitriona.carlin@universityofgalway.ie  

 

Please put reference number University of Galway 143-23 in subject line of e-mail application.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm (Irish Time) 22nd June 2023

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post.

 

The University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment

Closing Date: Thursday, 22 Jun 2023

Application: Postdoctoral Researcher, School of Natural Sciences, University of Galway 143-23

Postdoctoral Researcher – CLIMAREST: Coastal Climate Resilience and Marine Restoration, School of Natural Sciences, Ryan Institute, University of Galway 138-23

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time fixed term position as a Postdoctoral Researcher with Earth and Ocean Sciences and the Ryan Institute at the University of Galway.

 

This position is funded by the EU HORIZON Programme – Atlantic and Arctic basin lighthouse - restoration of marine and coastal ecosystems and increased climate resilience and is available immediately to contract end date of 30/11/25.

 

Information on project (https://cordis.europa.eu/project/id/101093865)

The CLIMAREST project - Coastal Climate Resilience and Marine Restoration Tools for the Arctic Atlantic basin - integrates multiple expertise into a holistic approach, to develop a toolbox designed to establish guidelines for ecosystem restoration and to enhance climate resilience in coastal communities. The concept is to develop, test and optimise a modular toolbox that integrates expert knowledge, scientific information, multilevel stakeholder and community involvement, ecosystem service improvements for restoring and monitoring multiple coastal habitats.

 

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be involved in the CLIMAREST Project and will be responsible for the development and implementation of seagrass restoration techniques. The successful candidate will be expected to interact with project partners (University of Malaga, SINTEF…) and local stake holders, and should have the ability to work across disciplines where necessary. The candidate will be expected to disseminate the research findings in international peer-reviewed journals, at appropriate academic conferences in collaboration with project researchers and to make recommendations on implementation of the management protocols for seagrass restoration. The project activities will be developed in Ireland and southern Spain, and in an Arctic country.

 

Duties:

  • Design and implement experiments to assess seagrass restoration techniques.
  • Design and implement a fieldwork and sampling programme.
  • Design and conduct laboratory experiments related to seagrass ecophysiology.
  • Supervising the development of educational outreach activities related to seagrass restoration.
  • Interact with local, national, and international stakeholder.
  • Dissemination and Communication of project findings in international peer-reviewed journals, consortium meetings and conferences.
  • Any other duties assigned commensurate to this level of post.

 

Qualifications/Skills required:

Essential Requirements:

  • PhD in a relevant Marine Science Area.
  • Have demonstrably excellent written, spoken and presentation English communication skills.
  • Have expertise relevant to this project.
  • A valid European driving license.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills (e.g. scientific publications, scientific conferences and meetings, educational outreach activities, science dissemination activities).

 

Desirable Requirements:

  • PhD thesis or previous research relevant to this project is desirable.
  • Have experience in project and/or research group management.
  • Expertise on marine macrophyte ecology, physiology and identification.
  • Experience designing and developing field based and laboratory-based experiments with marine macrophytes.
  • Scuba diving licence.

 

Salary: Postdoctoral Researcher pay scale €42,032 - €54,153 per annum, (subject to the project’s funding limitations), and pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts.  

 

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the payscale, where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale.  

 

 Research Salary Scales - University of Galway). 

 

Start date: Position is available immediately

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training:

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans. University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment - see HERE for further information. 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway 

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Further information about School of Natural Sciences/Ryan Institute is available at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/science-engineering/school-of-natural-sciences/ and https://www.universityofgalway.ie/ryaninstitute/

 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Dr Liam Morrison liam.morrison@universityofgalway.ie

 

To Apply:

Applications to include a covering letter, CV, and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to Dr Liam Morrison (liam.morrison@universityofgalway.ie)

 

Please put reference number University of Galway 138-23 in subject line of e-mail application.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm (Irish Time) 21st June 2023

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post.

 

The University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment

Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 Jun 2023

Application: Postdoctoral Researcher, School of Natural Sciences, University of Galway 138-23

Research Assistant, School of Medicine, University of Galway 130-23

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full time, fixed term position as a Research Assistant with the Translational Medical Device lab within the School of Medicine at the University of Galway, Ireland. 

 

The position is funded by the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation through Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF) and is available from June 2023.

 

Job Description:

The successful candidate will develop a novel medical device for Persistent Atrial Fibrillation therapy using an implantable cardiac device incorporating a unique bio-photonic sensor and non-thermal ablation electrode in close collaboration with AuriGen Medical.

The position will require an individual with sufficient expertise in electronic engineering and electrode design. The research fellow will work closely with academic, industrial, and clinical partners to design, develop and evaluate the efficacy of proposed medical device.

 

Duties:

  • Conduct specified and substantial programme of original research, design and fabrication of prototype medical devices under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
  • Electrical characterisation of cardiac tissues.
  • Anatomical and biomechanical modelling of cardiac tissues.
  • Electric field modelling of PEF device in cardiac tissue and thoracic region.
  • Development of ex-vivo tissue models for the validation of device concept.
  • Electric field modelling for safety evaluation of the device.
  • Develop design specifications for an optimal device to selectively deliver pulsed electric fields in target tissue.
  • Contribute to the dissemination of research findings in high quality/impact peer reviewed publications, conference presentations, and knowledge sharing events.
  • Project Management and report writing
  • Co-ordinate the work of research staff where appropriate.
  • Play a leadership role for junior colleagues.
  • Representing the team at internal and external meetings.
  • Development and maintenance of required regulatory, quality assurance, and health and safety documentation and protocols.
  • Managing relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Procurement of equipment and consumables for the project.
  • Plan pre-clinical research studies and demonstrate the benefit of the device in collaboration with industrial partner.
  • Interface with clinical, commercial and technical experts.
  • Contribute to patents/commercial application (as appropriate).
  • Any other duties assigned commensurate to this level of post.

 

Qualifications/Skills required: 

 

Essential Requirements:

  • Primary degree in Electronic engineering
  • 3-5 years specialist experience of electromagnetic modelling and device design optimisation.
  • Experience in electronic prototyping and phantom development.
  • Demonstrable knowledge and experience in electric fields modelling in biological tissues.
  • Evidence of expert knowledge of Computer Aided Design, COMSOL, MATLAB and/or Python.
  • Previous collaborations experience within university and with international university research and industrial partners.
  • Prior experience of mentoring more junior researchers.
  • Track record in a research and development environment.
  • Track record of publishing in high quality peer reviewed biomedical engineering journals.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Experience in the presenting of research findings to technical / non-technical audiences.
  • Clear evidence of good interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of the legal requirements regarding data protection and confidentiality data protection requirements.

 

Desirable Requirements:

  • Experience in cardiac ablation applications. 
  • Experience in computational modelling of cardiac ablation devices.
  • Experience in working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Knowledge of applications of pulsed electric fields.
  • Experience with data acquisition and machine learning.
  • Experience in medical device prototyping.
  • Past record of innovation.
  • Prior Health and Safety training and document preparation experience.
  • Prior experience with regulatory support documentation preparation.
  • Prior experience of obtaining competitive grants/awards.

 

Employment permit restrictions apply for this category of post  

 

Salary: Research Assistant pay scale €29,275 - €39,158 per annum, (subject to the project’s funding limitations), and pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts.  

 

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the payscale, where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale.  

 Research Salary Scales - University of Galway). 

               

Start date: Position is available immediately

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training:

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans. University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment - see HERE for further information. 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway 

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie  

 

Further information about the school of Medicine is available at School of Medicine - University of Galway

 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Prof. Martin O’Halloran  (martin.ohalloran@universityofgalway.ie)

 

To Apply:

Applications to include a covering letter, CV, and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) Prof. Martin O’Halloran (martin.ohalloran@universityofgalway.ie)

 

Please put reference number University of Galway 130-23 in subject line of e-mail application.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm (Irish Time) 21st June 2023.

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post. 

 

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer. 

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment.

Closing Date: Wednesday, 21 Jun 2023

Application: Research Assistant, School of Medicine, University of Galway 130-23

Postdoctoral Researcher/Research Associate Data Analyst Irish Centre for High-End Computing (ICHEC) University of Galway 137-23

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time fixed term position as Data Analyst at the Irish Centre for High End Computing (ICHEC), University of Galway. The position is available immediately, with flexibility to work from our Dublin or Galway offices.

 

Irish Centre for High-End Computing (ICHEC)

ICHEC is Ireland’s national centre for High-Performance Computing (HPC) providing digital infrastructure capabilities and expertise through R&D engagements and skills development programmes to academia, industry and public sector organisations.

With a highly ambitious leading-edge Strategy for 2021-2025, ICHEC provides infrastructure services and expertise in HPC and data intelligence to develop efficient platforms, solutions and services based on technologies including AI, high performance data analytics, Earth Observation, quantum computing and cybersecurity across several sectors including environmental sciences, healthcare, agriculture, energy, financial services and ICT.

ICHEC works in close partnership with several national and international researchers, enterprises and public authorities for joint R&D, skills development, and provisioning HPC and data services to accelerate their digital transformation and green transition.

For more details reach out to our Technical Manager, Dr. Venkatesh Kannan (venkatesh.kannan@ichec.ie) or visit www.ichec.ie.

 

Job Description:

The successful candidate will work as a part of the Artificial Intelligence Activity which focuses on:   

  1. Development of efficient Extract/Transform/Load (ETL) processes for data of all volumes, available locally as files or remotely as cloud storage, database, or data stream. 
  2. Data analytics, from standard statistical techniques to machine learning. 
  3. Knowledge, design and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) models, including models targeting embedded/IoT devices.  
  4. Developing and delivering training about these topics, as well as good data management practices, with emphasis on FAIR and Open Data.

 

The successful candidate will

  • Develop data processing software for required ETL processes, mostly in Python, R, C/C++;
  • Develop data analytics code, including ML/AI models, mostly in Python, R, C/C++; 
  • Integrate the analytics/AI software stack to domain-specific requirements, such as Climate Informatics, Geographical Information System (GIS), Health Informatics;
  • Work closely with other ICHEC projects, particularly National Services, EuroCC2 Digital Innovation Flagship & SME Accelerator Programmes, Climate Informatics, Earth Observation, Health Informatics, AI & Data Analytics, and Quantum Computing;
  • Collaborate with national and international research/industry partners who are HPC technology developers and end-users for collaborative R&D;
  • Disseminate the outcomes of the projects through reports, publications, press releases and presentations at events;
  • Lead the preparation and delivery of relevant training courses to academic, industry and public sector audiences.

This is a role for a highly motivated problem-solver, with a creative and analytical mind, who is excited to build new solutions that will have a global impact.

Qualifications/Skills required:

Essential Requirements:

  1. A Masters with 4 years of experience or a Ph.D. in domain related to computer or computational science.
  2. Experience in data engineering, curation for tasks such as analytics, modelling (statistical/AI), visualisation.
  3. Knowledge/experience of database technologies such as SQL.
  4. Software engineering methods and development experience in Python, R or C/C++, ideally on Linux.

 

Desirable Requirements:

  1. Experience preparation and/or delivering training courses in topics related to computer science, AI or data analytics.
  2. Experience with software engineering and development practices, e.g. build systems, revision control, CI/CD pipelines
  3. Working experience on HPC systems and/or cloud based HPC systems.
  4. Hands on experience in VM, containers (such as Docker or Singularity).
  5. Exposure to Agile/PRINCE2 project management frameworks.

 

Salary: Postdoctoral Researcher/Research Associate point 1 (€42,033) to point 10 (€54,153) per annum pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts (public sector pay policy rules pertaining to new entrants will apply).

 

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the pay scale, where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale.

Research Salary Scales - University of Galway).

 

Start date: Position is available immediately

Continuing Professional Development/Training

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans. University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment - see HERE for further information. 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway.

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Further information about ICHEC is available at www.ichec.ie

 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to recruit@ichec.ie

 

To Apply:

Applications to include a 1-page motivation letter, CV (max. 3 pages), and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in a single PDF only) to recruit@ichec.ie

 

Please put reference number University of Galway 137-23 in subject line of e-mail application.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00pm (Irish Time) 20th June 2023

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post. 

 

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer. 

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment.

Closing Date: Tuesday, 20 Jun 2023

Application: PDR/Research Associate Data Analyst ICHEC University of Galway 137-23

Postdoctoral Researcher in enhancement and evaluation of a BlueAdapt Smartphone App, J.E Cairnes School of Business and Economics, University of Galway 148-23

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time fixed term position as a Postdoctoral Researcher in the enhancement and evaluation of a BlueAdapt Smartphone App with the Marketing Discipline J.E Cairnes School of Business and Economics at the University of Galway.

 

This position is funded by Horizon Europe and is available from 1st of September 2023 to contract end date of May 31st 2026.

 

Information on project

BlueAdapt – Reducing Climate-Based Risks in Blue Environments: Adapting to the climate change impacts on coastal pathogens is a Horizon Europe funded project and involves 12 institutes from across 10 countries in Europe. The project brings together an interdisciplinary team of researchers, including microbiologists, epidemiologists, economists, climate scientists, policy specialists and marketers in order to investigate the complex interactions between climate change, pathogen dynamics and human health https://stories.nuigalway.ie/blue-adapt/index.html and https://blueadapt.eu/. The successful candidate will be based in the J.E Cairnes School of Business and Economics University of Galway (https://www.universityofgalway.ie/business-public-policy-law/cairnes/) and must be available to travel to the United Kingdom for data collection and to BLUE Adapt Consortium meetings during the project.

Job Description:

A substantial body of evidence shows that bathers are at risk of negative health effects associated with sea bathing, including experiencing symptoms of infection, and colonisation by antimicrobial resistant bacteria. We are exploring whether real-time water pollution alerts delivered via a smartphone app protect water users from exposure to waterborne microorganisms in the sea. Smartphone apps have shown the potential to influence behaviours in other health contexts, however our understanding of how they can support reduction of risk in this context is limited. Smartphone apps can also be used to monitor changes in attitudes and behaviours however, more evaluation is necessary.

A smartphone app which delivers real-time warnings to bathers about pollution events in the UK already exists. The successful candidate will work with the smartphone app owners and colleagues in the University of Exeter to develop new behaviourally enhanced features for the existing app. Recommendations for enhancements will be based on qualitative research which will deepen the project teams understanding of bathers and other stakeholders decision making processes, attitudes, behaviours, motivations and actions to using bathing waters after pollution events. The findings of this research combined with behavioural and marketing theories will be used to develop, implement and evaluate a strategy to improve the usability and engagement of the app as it is rolled out in the next bathing season.

The successful candidate will be based in the J.E Cairnes School of Business and Economics University of Galway but must be available to travel to the United Kingdom for data collection and to Consortium meetings during the project.

 

Duties:

  • Conduct a literature review/scoping exercise of the features of smartphone interventions that have changed bathers behaviour.
  • Travel to the United Kingdom to conduct qualitative research with a variety of stakeholders, including bathers and existing app users, to understand their attitudes, beliefs, actions and decision-making processes related to using bathing waters during and/after reported pollution events.
  • Based on the findings of the qualitative research and the review:
    • Develop a segmentation strategy which will inform future development of the app
    • With colleagues in the United Kingdom, develop a strategy to behaviourally enhance the smartphone app interface, features and/or message delivery 
  • Work closely with colleagues in the United Kingdom to implement the proposed enhancements and evaluate the behavioural effect of the enhanced smartphone app.
  • Work closely with colleagues in the United Kingdom to develop and implement a quantitative survey to assess the impact of the enhanced app on users behaviours.
  • Evaluate the feasibility of using smartphone applications to reduce the risks of pollution on bathers.
  • Write research reports, scientific papers and policy/practice briefs for scientific, policy and practice audiences.
  • Present and promote the research at national and international meetings and conferences as well as outreach events.
  • Attend consortium, work-package and team meetings and brief the wider BlueAdapt team on project updates.
  • Contribute to the management and reporting requirements of the project. 
  • Any other duties assigned commensurate to this level of post.

 

Qualifications/Skills required:

 

Essential Requirements:

  • Applicants must have a minimum of a PhD in Marketing, Social Science, One Health, Environmental Science or a related Discipline.
  • Evidence of excellent research skills, including the design and implementation of qualitative in-depth interview data collection methods.
  • Demonstrate experience in the design, implementation and analysis of quantitative surveys.
  • Experience in designing smartphone app or mobile interventions to change user behaviours.
  • Excellent Project Management skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills to include peer-review publications and presentations to academic and non- academic audiences.
  • Strong coordination, project management and teamwork skills.
  • Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams.

 

Desirable Requirements:

  • Experience in implementing a User Centred Design Process.
  • Experience of implementing social marketing principles and behavioural theory to design interventions.
  • Experience in analysing and make recommendations from Google Analytic data
  • Experience of working in the area of bathing water quality and or One Health.
  • Experience is working on Horizon Europe funded projects.
  • Evidence of engaging with a wide- range of stakeholders within projects.

Salary: Postdoctoral Researcher pay scale €42,032 - €54,153 per annum, (subject to the project’s funding limitations), and pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts. 

 

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the payscale, where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale. 

 

(Research Salary Scales - University of Galway). 

 

Start date: Position is available from 1st September 2023

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training:

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans. University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment - see HERE for further information. 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway 

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Further information about J.E Cairnes School of Business and Economics is available at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/business-public-policy-law/cairnes/.

 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Dr Sinead Duane sinead.duane@universityofgalway.ie

 

To Apply:

Applications to include a covering letter, CV, and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to Dr Sinead Duane, sinead.duane@universityofgalway.ie

 

Please put reference number University of Galway 148-23 in subject line of e-mail application.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm (Irish Time) 30th June 2023

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post.

 

The University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment

Closing Date: Friday, 30 Jun 2023

Application: Postdoctoral Researcher, J.E Cairnes, University of Galway 148-23

Postdoctoral Researcher: Knowledge Graph for Data Sharing (2 Posts), Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics, University of Galway 125-23

Applications are invited from suitable candidates for two full-time, fixed-term, 24-month contract positions as postdoctoral researchers with the Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics at the University of Galway.

 

The position is part-funded through the Insight Centre for Data Analytics and the Digital Europe project "DS4EU" funded by the European Union. This project is highly interdisciplinary as it supports the advancement of data Spaces in Europe on an unprecedented scale with a European approach to data sharing that optimizes economic benefits combined with European values. The consortium includes 15 European partners, including academic and industry partners.

 

Job Description:

The postdoctoral researchers will be expected to perform research and development in the area of decentralized information systems and data spaces within an established group of researchers and PhD students with expertise in data and knowledge engineering, data analytics and large-scale data processing, as well as a long tradition of applying this expertise in various domains, including healthcare, education, sustainability, smart cities, privacy and digital humanities. 

 

The successful candidates will be based in the Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics at the University of Galway. The candidates will be supported in their professional development, be able to avail of a range of career level focussed training opportunities, have the potential to publish research findings in leading journals and international events.

 

Duties:

The successful candidates will be expected to:

  • Conduct a programme of research in large-scale decentralized data sharing within data spaces.
  • Working with the team to design a multi-modal interoperability engine for federated dataspaces.
  • Working with the team/independently to develop a proof of concept for validating research ideas/outcomes.
  • Produce top-quality journal and conference publications in collaboration with students and PIs.
  • Assist in the attraction of funding. 
  • Provide support and advice to PhD students working on similar topics.
  • Assist the Principal Investigator in overseeing software and system development for various projects in the area of large-scale decentralized data sharing within data spaces.
  • Design and implementation of industrial prototype demonstrators.
  • Participate in Centre activities, including industry showcases, annual reviews and industry and agency visits.

 

Qualifications/Skills required:

Essential Requirements:

  • PhD Degree in computer science or a closely related discipline.
  • A proven track record of research performance, including publication and dissemination of results and collaborations.
  • Expertise in technical aspects related to data sharing, distributed database systems, linked data/RDF, knowledge graphs, data semantics, inference engine, data integration, and decentralized system.
  • Hands-on experience in developing proof of concept (PoC) using an advanced programming language such as Python or Java.
  • Excellent communication and analytical skill.

 

Desirable Requirements:

  • Knowledge of several of the following areas is desirable: data platforms, data ecosystems, data spaces, artificial intelligence, or event processing.
  • Experience in research projects and academic-Industrial research collaborations.
  • Industrial software development experience.
  • Experience in working with open linked data such as Linked Open Data (LOD)
  • Knowledge open-source tools for knowledge graphs such as Neo4J RDF Semantic Toolkit, RDF4J, and GraphDB.
  • Previous experience working on European Union (EU) projects will be preferred.

 

Salary: Postdoctoral Researcher pay scale €42,032 - €54,153 per annum, (subject to the project’s funding limitations), and pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts.  

 

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the payscale, where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale.  

 

 Research Salary Scales - University of Galway). 

 

Start date: The position is available immediately.

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training:

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans. University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment - see HERE for further information. 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Insight is the Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Research Centre for Data Analytics. It is one of the largest data analytics centres in Europe. It seeks to derive value from Big Data and provides innovative technology solutions for industry and society by enabling better decision-making. It supports 450 researchers across the country in areas such as the Fundamentals of Data Science, Sensing and Actuation, Scaling Algorithms, Model Building, Multi Modal Analysis, Data Engineering and Governance, Decision Making and Trustworthy AI. More information on the Insight SFI Research Centre for Data Analytics is available at www.insight-centre.org

 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Professor Edward Curry, galway@insight-centre.org or Christiane Leahy-Coen, christiane.leahy-coen@universityofgalway.ie.

 

To Apply:

Applications to include a covering letter, CV, and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to Rafiqul Haque, rafiqul.haque@insight-centre.org

 

Please put reference number University of Galway 125-23 in subject line of e-mail application.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm (Irish Time) 27th June 2023

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post.

 

The University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment.

Closing Date: Tuesday, 27 Jun 2023

Application: Postdoctoral Researcher, Insight SFI Research Centre,University of Galway 125-23

Research Associate, CORRIB Research Centre, (University of Galway 121-23)

Research Associate: CORRIB Core Lab Coordinator I 

 

CORRIB Research Centre for Advanced Imaging and Core laboratory 

 

Ref. No. University of Galway121-23 

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full time fixed-term contract position of 1 year initially as aResearch Associate/CORRIB Core Lab Coordinator I within a thriving Academic Research OrganisationThe position may be extended with additional funding availabilityThe position is available immediately 

 

The CORRIB Core Lab Coordinator I will support the Core Lab in the coordination of trial operational requirements. The successful candidatehas responsibility for coordination of (1) core lab systems and image analyses and supporting software through procurement, installation, validation and maintenance (2) core lab operational activities to ensure project timelines are adhered to and delivered on-time and as committed. The successful candidate will work across a programme of studies and will be responsible for supporting both investigator-led and commercial led clinical trials in accordance with ISO 14155 and/or ICH GCP and standards. 

 

The successful candidatewill require an understanding of the Core Lab operational processes for ongoing and pipeline trials to anticipate and coordinate the needs of each study. It will involve working closely with both internal and external stakeholders. Internally the role will work with core lab analysts, core lab academic team, core lab directors, coordination and operational team members. Externally the role will liaise with sites, sponsors, principal investigators, ethics and regulatory agencies, data protection officers as required. 

 

Job Description: 

  • The role includes the coordination and project management of CORRIB Core lab trials and projects where the Core Lab are delegated core lab imaging activities.  

  • The role includes supporting the Core Lab Coordinator II in the coordination of Computer system validation projects alongside the Corrib Quality Assurance officer in their capacity as CSV SME.  

  • Supporting the Coordination of all Software and hardware needs for Core lab operations liaising with the relevant internal CORRIB team, NUI Galway personnel and vendors as required. 

  • Contribute to selection, introduction and maintenance of image transfer systems to the core lab.  

  • Support the team in the selection and procurement of imaging software.  

  • Supporting the Coordination of the CSV deliverables for new equipment and software as it pertains to core lab operational requirements.  

  • Conduct clinical research work to a high standard in accordance with applicable clinical research regulations and protocols under the direction of the CORRIB Leadership.  

  • Contribution to the development and setup of appropriate core lab processes, SOPs and associated templates and study specific documents and databases to guide the successful and standardised execution and delivery of clinical trials in the CORRIB core lab.  

  • Support the oversight of key study milestones and objectives to ensure they are tracking to an agreed timeline and adhere to project management best practices.  

  • (Co) Develop and execute study plans including establishing a project plan, risk assessment and management and planning resources. 

  • Confirm the necessary processes are in place for the greenlight of new core lab trials.  

  • Liaise directly with clinical sites as required to aid resolution of queries that arise and provide direction on implementation and management of the study protocol and procedures. 

  • Manage budget accrual tools for Core Lab studies and prepare invoicing for funders/sponsors, if relevant.  

  • Update tracking systems and create/maintain trial master files (TMF) and appropriate study documentation. 

  • Contribute to preparation for audits and inspections as required and present work as required during audits and inspections. 

  • Support the coordination of research study-specific processes according to specific study protocols and regulations. 

  • Prepare study reports as required. 

  • Provide training as appropriate on study-related activities and processes for hospital site personnel as required and alongside the study sponsor team if required to help improve the quality of the data being submitted to CORRIB Core Lab.  

  • Update sponsor, Chief Investigator and other stakeholders on the status of all core lab trial activities, as required. 

  • Undertake clinical data compilation and literature reviews for the research area and participate in dissemination of same at international meetings. 

  • Contribute to the dissemination of knowledge and facilitate research activities such as workshops and screening events. 

  • Continue to build personal skills by taking training opportunities as available and required. 

  • Carry out other appropriate and relevant duties under the direction of the Corrib Directorship/Clinical Trials Operations Lead/Programme Manager. 

  • Ensure compliance with all ICH-GCP/EU/IRL regulations governing clinical trials. 

  • Ensure that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are followed. 

 

Qualifications/Skills required:  

Essential Requirements:  

  • Primary Degree (level 8) in relevant discipline with 4 years full-time relevant research / industry experience after primary degree. 

  • Experience working within a Quality Management adhering to QC and QA control systems and risk management processes.  

  • Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice as outlined per ICH GCP and / or ISO14155. 

  • Strong organisational and project management skills to ensure timeline for key project milestones are adhered to.  

  • Excellent verbal and written communication/presentation skills. 

  • Proven ability to work on multiple projects with competing timelines and resources. 

  • Able to demonstrate a good and confident command of spoken and written English, sufficient to successfully discuss and explain complex technical ideas in simple and concise terms to a diverse range of stakeholders. 

 

Desirable skills: 

  • Knowledge of imaging core lab software and / or associated electronic systems.  

  • Knowledge of Computer System validation lifecycle and demonstrated management and coordination of CSV projects.  

  • Knowledge of clinical research, associated processes and regulations. 

  • Post graduate level qualification in a clinical or life sciences related subject (MSc or PhD).  

  • A Project management qualification. 

  • Experience adhering to applicable regulations, guidelines and legislation for Clinical Trials. 

 

Salary: Postdoctoral Researcher salary scale (€42,033 - €54,153) per annum pro rata for shorter and/or part time contracts(subject to the project’s funding limitations) (public sector pay policy rules pertaining to new entrants will apply). 

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the payscale, where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale. 

Research Salary Scales - University of Galway). 

Start date: Position is available immediately.  

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training: 

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans.  University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment - see HERE for further information. 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of  Galway 

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie  

 

Further information about our centre is available at http://www.universityofgalway.ie/corrib-corelab/ 

Further information about Corrib Core Lab is available in the attached brochure   

 

To Apply: 

Applications to include a covering letter, CV,and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to CorribCLABfinance@universityofgalway.ie 

 

Please put reference number University of Galway121-23in subject line of e-mail application. 

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is5.00 pm (Irish time) 1st June 2023 

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post. 

 

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer. 

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment  

Closing Date: Thursday, 01 Jun 2023

Application: Research Associate, CORRIB Research Centre, (University of Galway 121-23)

Research Fellow, CORRIB Research Centre, (University of Galway 122-23)

Research Fellow: Clinical Research Biostatistician 

 

CORRIB Research Centre for Advanced Imaging and Core laboratory 

 

Ref. No. University of Galway122-23 

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time or part-time fixed-term contract position(s) of 1 year initially as aResearch Fellow/Clinical Research Biostatistician within a thriving Academic Research OrganisationThe position may be extended with additional funding availabilityThe position is available immediately 

 

The successful candidatewill be responsible for statistical aspects of clinical trials including study design, analysis planning and scheduling, analysis and interpretation of data and reporting of results. The successfulcandidate may also be required to coordinate analysis efforts across multiple research projects. 

 

This is primarily a statistical operational role. The successful candidate will support the delivery of the CORRIB core lab and research centre research programme of cardiovascular research. The role may on occasion also be required to support academic non-operational activity in the CORRIB Core Lab. 

 

 

Job Description: 

  • Support CORRIB investigators and CORRIB operational team in the statistical needs for the unit.  

  • Lead and execute statistical aspects of projects end to end, including experimental design, analysis and presentation of data.  

  • Conduct activities in line with applicable regulatory requirements, staying abreast of best practice from a statistical perspective in the conduct of clinical trials.  

  • Maintain consistent approaches within and across research projects, ensuring that all project-related work is carried out in accordance with SOPs and with international regulatory standards.  

  • Coordinate the development of statistical deliverables and work packages within a trial e.g. statistical analysis plans (SAP(s)), statistical programming, creation of table shells, the production of tables, listings, graphs and figures, data review and statistical analysis and/or review of those programmed by others to ensure the delivery of quality products.  

  • Identify potential data problems from analytical queries and take initiative to guide the process of resolution.  

  • Act as process owner for the statistical processes within the unit creating, establishing new processes as required and integrating these into the Quality management system.  

  • Support audit readiness activities within the unit in their capacity as process owner and subject matter expert.  

  • Mentor and line manage more junior members of the team as required. 

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, project leader, principal investigator, other clinical investigators and project team members, as well as participatingin presentations at client and investigator meetings.  

  • Write statistical sections of integrated reports, abstract and subsequent publications.  

  • Collaborate closely with investigators, sponsors, and other study leadership to ensure that the study/project results and conclusions are presented accurately and without bias. 

 

Qualifications/Skills required:  

Essential Requirements:  

  • PhD in biostatistics or related field,plus 4-6 years full-time postdoctoral relevant research experience e.g. experience in applying statistical methods in biomedical research, pharmaceutical or CRO industry experience.  

  • Strong working knowledge of Statistical computing packages, e.g. SAS, R or Minitab.  

  • Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to clearly communicate statistical issues and methods to both statisticians and non-statisticians.  

  • Excellent attention to detail. 

  • Leadership and mentoring skills.  

  • Excellent verbal and written communication/presentation skills. 

 

Desirable skills: 

  • Previous experience gained working in Statistician role in a clinical research or a closely related field e.g. Pharma or Medical Device sector. 

  • Experience working within a Quality Management adhering to QC and QA control systems and risk management processes.  

  • Experience adhering to applicable regulations, guidelines and legislation for Clinical Trials. 

  • Self-motivated, high level of initiative and excellent attention to detail.  

  • Some experience in trial management SW packages, EDC SW packages. 

 

 

Salary: Research Fellow Salary Scale (60,412- €78,863)per annum(subject to the project’s funding limitations), and pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts. 

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the payscale, where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale. 

Start date: Position is available immediately.  

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training: 

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans.  University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment - see HERE for further information. 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of  Galway 

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie  

 

Further information about our centre is available at http://www.universityofgalway.ie/corrib-corelab/ 

Further information about Corrib Core Lab is available in the attached brochure   

 

To Apply: 

Applications to include a covering letter, CV,and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to CorribCLABfinance@universityofgalway.ie 

 

Please put reference number University of Galway122-23in subject line of e-mail application. 

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is5.00 pm (Irish time) 15th June 2023 

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post. 

 

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer. 

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment  

Closing Date: Thursday, 15 Jun 2023

Application: Research Fellow, CORRIB Research Centre, (University of Galway 122-23)

PDR, Centre for Global Women’s Studies, School of Political Science and Sociology,(University of Galway 123-23)

Post Doctoral ResearcherCentre for Global Women’s Studies 

SCHOOL OF POLITICAL SCIENCE AND SOCIOLOGY 

Ref. No. University of Galway 123-23 

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for afixed term/specific purposeposition as a Postdoctoral Researcherwith the Centre for Global Women’s Studies at the University of Galway. 

 

This position is funded by UNFPAand is available from July 3rd,2023to contract end date of Decembe 31st, 2024. 

 

Centre for Global Women’s Studies  

The Centre for Global Women’s Studies builds on a long tradition of community engagement in Women’s Studies at University of Galway and a commitment to promoting global goals of peace, development and human rights. Rooted in academic excellence, the Centre brings together learners and researchers who are passionate about cultivating critical thinking, knowledge and skills, in partnership with diverse communities, to foster positive change and to advance gender equality, women’s empowerment and human rights for all. 

 

Research in the Global Women’s Studies Cluster investigates the operation of gender in society, gender inequalities, changing notions of gender identity, and the challenges of achieving women's empowerment and human rights in Ireland and beyond, in a context of globalisation. Addressing the global issue of gender-based violence is one of our core areas of focus. 

 

Post Doctoral Researcher: The Position 

The Centre for Global Women’s Studies is seeking to recruit a Post DoctoralReseacher with appropriate qualifications and practical experience in applied research on gender-based violence and costing reserachThe post-holder will be the lead researcher on aproject focused on piloting and implementing a global resource investment tool designed to estimate the resources required to comprehensively address gender-based-violence. 

 

Job Description: 

The successful candidate willcarry out research focused on the implementation of the Global Resource Investment Tool of the Essential Services Package for women and girls subject to violence (ESP). The United Nations Joint Global Programme on Essential Services for Women and Girls Subject to Violence aims to provide greater access to a coordinated set of essential and quality multi-sectoral services for all women and girls who have experienced gender-based violence. The Global Resource Investment Tool, has been developed to enable national institutions to estimate the resource requirements for a minimum package of services, based on selected ‘essential services/actions’ identified across the police and justice, social services and coordination modules in the Essential Services Package (ESP). The tool is intended to help inform national planning, programming and budgeting processes, as well as helping Governments and civil society to better understand what is required for service provision and why this is necessary. 

 

The project comprises four phases: Two country pilots of the existing Global Resource Investment Tool( one pilot has been completed); expansion of the Tool based on lessons learned from these pilots; implementation of the revised Tool in a third country. A key element of the work involves undertaking qualitative focus groups and interviews with stakeholders in the two of the  participating countries –Papua New Guinea and Pakistan. In addition, the Post Doctoral Researcherwill be the technical lead in the estimation of the resources required to comprehensively address gender-based violence in each country, employing the Global Resource Investment Tool. This tool is excel-based.  

 

Duties:  

 

  • Preparing stakeholder workshops, in conjunction with the project Principal Investigator (PI) and Research Associate for two countries implementing the ESP. 

  • Conducting stakeholder workshops in the participating countries with the support of the Reseach Associate and in-country UNFPA offices 

  • Conducting Training on cost estimation and the Global Resource Investment Tool with key national stakeholders and service providers. 

  • Identifying and sourcing relevant administrative data. 

  • Undertaking questionnaires, focus groups and interviews with stakeholders in the participating countries to collect primary data to establish unit costs of service provision. 

  • Providing technical lead for the estimation of resource requirements to comprehensively address gender-based violence in each country, employing the Global Resource Investment Tool. 

  • Preparing and conducting global coordination workshops, in conjunction with the project Principal Investigator (PI) and Research Associate. 

  • Documenting lessons learned from the country pilots, in conjunction with the project Principal Investigator (PI) and Research Associate. 

  • Leading the application of lessons learned to expand/revise the Global Resource Investment Tool, as well as developing new cost strategies. 

  • Report writing, in conjunction with the project Principal Investigator (PI) and Research Associate. 

  • Liaising with stakeholders. 

 

 

Other duties may be assigned by the PI from time to time. The Researcher will carry out the duties of the post under the direction of the PI. 

 

Qualifications/Skills required 

 

Essential Requirements:  

The successful candidate will have a PhDdegree in a Social Science subject such as Sociology or Economics. 

 

  • PhD in a Social Science subject such as Sociology or Economics. 

  • Familiaritywith costing studies of service provision (health, psychosocial or legal services)  

  • Demonstrable understanding of gender-based violence. 

  • Experience of conducting social science research on pressing social issues. 

  • Expertise in conducting qualitative research – focus groups and interviews. 

  • Expertise in conducting quantitative research – questionnaires. 

  • Practical knowledge, and experience, of statistical software, including excel. 

  • Robust analytical skills – qualitative and quantitative data. 

  • Excellent interpersonal skills. 

  • Strong report writing skills. 

  • Fluency in written and spoken English. 

 

Desirable Requirements:  

  • Expertise in conducting research on gender-based violence. 

  • Experience in conducting costing studies, particularly in terms of service provision. 

  • Expertise in statistical software such as SPSS, R and Stata. 

  • Practical experience of sourcing administrative data. 

  • Experience of preparing and conducting stakeholder workshops. 

  • Experience of working with global organisations, such as UNFPA. 

  • Ability to work within a multidisciplinary research team.   

 

 

Employment permit restrictions apply for this category of post  

 

Salary: €42,033 to €48,427 per annum pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts (public sector pay policy rules pertaining to new entrants will apply).  

 

 

Start date: Position is available from3rd July 2023 

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training: 

The University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment – see www.universityofgalway.ie/rdc for further information.' 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway 

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie  

 

Further information about the Centre for Global Women’s Studies is available at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/womens_studies/index.html 

 

Further information about the ESP Global Resource Investment Tool is available at https://www.unodc.org/documents/justice-and-prison-reform/ESP_Module-7-CostingTool-EN.pdf 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Dr Nata Duvvury (nata.duvvury@universityofgalway.ie) 

 

 

To Apply: 

Applications to include a cover letter, CV, and the contact details of three referees – to be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only), to Dr Nata Duvvury: nata.duvvury@universityofgalway.ie 

 

Please put reference numberUniversity of Galway 123-23 in subject line of e-mail application. 

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm June 16th 

 

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post. 

 

The University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer. 

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment  

 

Closing Date: Friday, 16 Jun 2023

Application: PDR, Centre for Global Women’s Studies, (University of Galway 123-23)

Research Assistant, Apoptosis Research, cell biology/molecular biology research, (University of Galway 126-23)

 Research Assistant  

Apoptosis Research Centre (ARC) 

College of Science & Engineering 

University of Galway 

Ref. No. University of Galway 126-23 

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a12monthsfull-time fixed term contract for a Research Assistantposition in Prof Afshin Samali Laboratory in theApoptosis Research Centre (ARC) at the University of Galway. 

 

This position is funded by Science Foundation Ireland throughPrecision Oncology Ireland and is available from  June 2023 to contract end date of 31 May 2024. 

 

Organisation: Prof Samali’s research team is located in the Apoptosis Research Centre at the Biomedical Sciences Building at University of Galway. His research is focused on the mechanisms of cell death and survival signalling, with particular interest in cell stress response pathways in cancer. The research programme has broad relevance and has potential implications for the treatment of a range of diseases including cancers, neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. The successful candidate will report to Prof Afshin Samali. 

 

Job Description: 

The research assistant will provide support for the development and implementation of Prof Samali’s research programme. Their responsibilities will include the efficient day-to-day running of the lab andassistance with data generation and data analysis. The successful candidate will also work with the research team to ensure communication of project findings through publication and presentation. The post holder must be capable of exercising a high level of responsibility, initiative, working collaboratively and will be expected to develop strong working relationships. 

We are seeking a candidate who is enthusiastic, highly motivated, responsible, dedicated to science, good at problem solving, with excellent organizational skills and effective at working independently, while also collaborating and assisting the team in its collective research goals. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work on multiple projects is expected.  

To effectively present results and conclusions to co-workers, collaborators and manager and an ability to work well under pressure and drive personal and team objectives. 

Duties:  

  • Complete experiments in a timely and efficient manner using cell and molecular biology approaches 

  • Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities  

  • Support overall progress of the research programme towards targeted milestones and deliverables 

  • Assist in dissemination of results of the research  

  • Assist and support other group members with their research activities  

  • Carry out administrative work that supports the principal investigator’s research program 

  • Maintain experimental records with excellent attention to detail 

 

Qualifications 

MSc in Cell Biology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biologyor a closely related subject 

 

Essential Requirements: 

  • At least 1-year relevant experience in cell biology/molecularbiology research  

  • Experience with cell culture, western blotting, Q-PCR. 

  • Experience of preparing research publications / grant proposals  

  • Evidence of accurate attention to detail with ability to work within tight deadlines, to meet research project milestones and deliverables, grant deadlines 

  • Excellent knowledge of requirements for research integrity, ethics and good research practice 

  • Self-motivated and capable of working on own initiative 

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills combined with a proven ability to work well in a team and to develop collaborative relationships with a broad range of stakeholders 

 

Desirable Requirements: 

  • PhDin Cell Biology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biologyor a closely related subject  

  • Evidence of proficiency in scientific research writing such as manuscripts or funding proposals 

 

Employment permit restrictions apply for this category of post  

 

Salary: €29,275 to €32,299 per annum pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts (public sector pay policy rules pertaining to new entrants will apply).  

 

 

Start date: Position is available from  June 2023 

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training: 

The University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencingemployment – see www.universityofgalway.ie/rdc for further information.' 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway 

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie  

 

Further information about Precision Oncology Ireland is available here. 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Professor Afshin Samali  

 

NB: Garda vettingmay be required for this post(as appropriate to Child Protection Policy) 

 

 
 

 

To Apply: 

Applications to include a covering letter, CVand the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in Word or PDF only),to Afshin Samali: afshin.samali@universityofgalway.ie 

 

Please put reference numberUniversity of Galway126-23in subject line of e-mail application. 

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm 09-06-2023 

 

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post. 

 

The University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer. 

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment  

Closing Date: Friday, 09 Jun 2023

Application: Research Assistant,Apoptosis Research Centre (ARC), (University of Galway 126-23

PDR, Apoptosis Research Centre (ARC), (University of Galway 127-23)

Postdoctoral Researcher 

Apoptosis Research Centre (ARC) 

College of Science & Engineering  

Ref. No. University of Galway 127-23 

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for afull time fixed termposition as a postdoctoral researcher working within Prof. Afshin Samali’s Laboratory based at the Apoptosis Research Centre at the University of Galway. 

 

This position is funded by Science Foundation Ireland through Precision Oncology Ireland and is available from  June 2023 to 31 Dec 2024. 

 

The project: 

The primary objective of this project is to investigate the biology of IRE1 with particular focus on its role in cancer cells. 

 

Job description: 

We are seeking a candidate who is enthusiastic, highly motivated, responsible, dedicated to science, good at problem solving, with excellent organizational skills and effective at working independently, while also collaborating and assisting the team in its collective research goals. They should have outstanding organizational skills, the ability to effectively present results and conclusions to co-workers, collaborators and manager. Ability to work well under pressure and drive personal and team objectives. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work on multiple projects is expected.  

 

The successful candidate will work in the Apoptosis Research Centre under the supervision of Professor Afshin Samali to investigate the IRE1 biology and function and to delineate its downstream signalling. There will be a specific focus on characterizing novel substrates of IRE1 RNase activity and determining the biological role for RIDD in cancer.The successful candidate will provide support for the development and implementation of Prof Samali’s research programme on IRE1 biology and function.  

 

Duties:  

Research 

 

  • Conduct a specified programme of research on IRE1 biology and function in the context of cancer cells. This will be done under the supervision and direction of your Principal Investigator. 

  • Define research objectives and proposals for your research in line with research strategy whilst contributing to the research programme of Prof Samali’s group. This will be under general guidance of a member of your Principal Investigator 

  • Conduct individual and/or collaborative research projects in laboratory setting 

  • Determine appropriate methodologies for research, with advice and support as appropriate. 

  • Plan, co-ordinate and implement research project (this may include managing a small research team/coordinating other researcher activity). Analysis and interpretation of results of own research 

  • Work with other project partners within Precision Oncology Ireland as the project requires 

  • Keep up to date with research related methods and techniques, in particular, developments in the specific research area. 

  • Collaborate with colleagues on areas of shared research interest. 

  • To have knowledge and understanding of the policy, practices and procedures, relevant to the role, this may include broader University/ sector/ external sponsor or funder (e.g. Commercial Awareness, Research Ethics, Knowledge Transfer, Patents, Intellectual Property Rights, Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities & Diversity). 

  • Where appropriate, work with PI to register patents to protect intellectual property (including consult with University of Galway’s Technology Transfer Office representatives for the identification and protection of intellectual property generated by the research programme, draft IDFs and help prepare patent documents) 

  • Present updates on research progress and outcomes to others responsible for the research project. 

 

Dissemination 

 

  • Engage in the dissemination of the results of the research with the support of and under the supervision of your Principal Investigator. 

  • Write up results from own research activity (e.g. as project report) for review by PI, including preparing technical reports, conclusions and recommendations. 

  • Contribute to the publication of findings, including submission process and response to reviewers’ comments. 

  • Provide input into the research project’s dissemination, in whatever form (report, papers, chapters, book) as directed by the PI/project leader. Authorship should be decided in line with guidelines such as the Vancouver Protocol, or similar authorship guidelines as appropriate. 

  • Present on research progress and outcomes, e.g., to bodies supervising research; conferences, steering groups; other team members, as agreed with the PI / project leader. 

  • Attend, contribute and network at relevant meetings/conferences and meeting hosted by relevant professional institutions and other universities as appropriate 

  • Lead the writing of at least one international peer-review journal publication, as well as contributing to other peer reviewed publications (report, papers, chapters) on a regular basis. 

  • Assess research findings for the need/scope for further investigations / commercial exploitation. 

  • Translate knowledge of advances in the subject area into research activity. 

  • Communicate their research with their peers 

 

Research Administration 

 

  • To complete the administrative work to support the programme of research 

  • Maintain appropriate records as directed and in line with Funder/University policy. 

  • To contribute to costing research grant proposals and assist in the financial management of a research project. 

  • To carry out any additional duties as may reasonably berequired within the general scope and level of the post. 

  • Manage own personal and research resources (including where required, laboratories, and specialist equipment) appropriately. 

  • Manage own research budget, if any, and keep records as directed and in line with Funder/University policy as appropriate. 

  • Know the legal requirements regarding data protection and confidentiality data protection requirements 

  • Provide guidance as required to any support staff and/or research students assisting with the research project, as agreed with the Principal Investigator/Grant holder. 

  • Provide scientific input to project design, budgeting, impact for new funding applications, requiring strong scientific writing skills 

  • Manage the post-award phase of ongoing projects and successful proposals, including ensuring timely scientific/technical and financial reporting 

  • Work with Research Accounts Office and Procurement Office and external funding agencies as required and to manage the financial accounts for the research group 

 

 

Essential Requirements:  

  • PhD in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or a relevant discipline 

  • Demonstrable experience in both independent and collaborative research 

  • Technical expertise in cell biology and molecular biology methodologies such as cell culture, transfection, enzyme assays, immunoblotting, PCR, work with RNA 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English language), including evidence of proficiency in scientific research writing such as manuscripts or funding proposals 

  • Evidence of scientific research publication and dissemination of results at conferences 

  • Track record of demonstrable accomplishments in cell biology/biochemistry/similar biological research 

  • Self-motivated and capable of working on own initiative 

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills combined with a proven ability to work well in a team and to develop collaborative relationships with a broad range of stakeholders 

Desirable Requirements:  

  • Experience of research in at least one of the following: Cellular Stress, Endoplasmic Reticulum stress, Unfolded Protein Response, or RNA biology 

  • Appropriate supervisory experience may be an advantage 

  • Success in writing/acquiring research funding 

  • Experience of peer-reviewing research manuscripts for scientific journals or research proposals for funding agencies 

  •  

Employment permit restrictions apply for this category of post  

 

Salary: €42,032 to €47,105per annum pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts (public sector pay policy rulespertaining to new entrants will apply).  

 

Start date: Position is available from  June 2023 

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training: 

The University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment – see www.universityofgalway.ie/rdc for further information.' 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway 

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie  

 

Further information about Precision Oncology Ireland is available here. 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Professor Afshin Samali  

 

NB: Garda vetting may be required for this post (as appropriate to Child Protection Policy) 

 

 

To Apply: 

Applications to include a covering letter, CV,and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to Prof. Afshin Samali: afshin.samali@universityofgalway.ie  

 

Please put reference number University of Galway127-23 in subject line of e-mail application. 

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm 23rd June 2023 

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post. 

 

The University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer. 

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Closing Date: Friday, 23 Jun 2023

Application: Postdoctoral Researcher Apoptosis Research Centre (ARC) College of Science & En

Research Fellow, Biomechanics Programme Manager, College of Science & Engineering, (University of Galway 129-23

Research Fellow Biomechanics Research CentreProgramme Manager 

Biomechanics Research Centre (BioMec), School of Engineering, College of Science & Engineering, University of Galway 

Ref. No. University of Galway 129-23 

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of a ResearchProgramme Manager in the Biomechanics Research Centre in the School of Engineering at the University of Galway. The position is available at 0.5 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) from 1stJuly 2023to the 30thJune 2026. 

 

The Biomechanics Research Centre at the University of Galway are at the forefront of research in the areas of biomechanics, mechanobiology and medical device design, with an exceptional track-record in multi-disciplinary collaboration with the medical technology industry, with a range of active projects with regional, national and international medical device companies. The Biomechanics Research Centre has recently been successful in securing research funding from a range of national and international funding schemes, including awards from the European Research Council, Horizon Europe, Science Foundation Ireland and Enterprise Ireland. 

 

Job Description: 

The successful candidatewillresponsiblefor coordinating, managing and delivering relating to the research programmes of Dr. Ted Vaughan and Prof Laoise McNamara in the Biomechanics Research Centre.The role will involve managing a portfolio of recently awarded grants to ensure the successful delivery of the collaborative research programmes. The role will also contribute to the wider strategic development of the Biomechanics Research Centre, by Identifying appropriate funding calls and supporting grant writing activities of the wider group.  

 

The position will be based within the Alice Perry Engineering Building at the School of Engineering in University of Galway. Successful candidates will be highly motivated and have an excellent track-record in research project management experience (minimum 4 years). The successful candidates may be required to travel nationally and internationally. 

 

Duties:  

The successful candidates will: 

  • Managing a portfolio of recently awarded grants to ensure the successful delivery of research programmes. This include monitoring and reporting of project milestones and deliverables in accordance withfunder guidelines.  

  • Contribute to grant writing, budget preparation and alliance management with the aim of targeting national and European funding programmes, in particular Horizon Europe.  

  • Management of research project budgetsin accordance withUniversity policyand funder guidelines. Oversee purchasing, ordering,monitoring and reporting on research project budgets using the Agresso financial system. Maintaining regular contact with the research accounts office of the University  

  • Identifying appropriate funding calls and co-ordinating collaborations.  

  • Implement strategic plans, programs, events and activities. 

  • Managing the dissemination and communication activitieswith the research groups.  

  • Maintain critical relationships with funders and other stakeholders on issues and initiatives relevant the Biomechanics Research Centre.  

  • Any other duties assigned commensurate to this level of post. 

 

 

Qualifications/Skills required:  

  • Applicants must have a PhD in Engineering, Science, Health Sciences, or a related discipline.  

 

Essential Requirements: 

  • Applicants must have substantial experience in research project management experience (minimum 4 years) for programmes related to both National and/or European funding schemes.  

  • Applicants must haveevidenced experience of grant writing for international and/or national funding programmes.  

  • Evidence of strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, including skill to produce information that is appropriately presented and effectively received by academic and non-academic audiences. 

  • Evidence of Peer reviewed publications 

  • Flexible, self-motivated; ability to work independently and collaboratively. 

  • Experience in co-ordinating and supervising team members. 

  • Proven excellence in IT literacy in particular with word processing and spread sheets 

 

Desirable Requirements:  

  • Track record in coordinating collaborative projects, organising consultants to support applications, seminar organisation. 

  • Evidenced experience of successful grant proposal preparation for National and/or European funding schemes. 

  • Website maintenance and management of social media experience. 

  • Experience of working on industry-related projects, or in collaboration with industry. 

 

Salary: €60,41278,865per annumsubject to the project's funding limitations pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts (public sector pay policy rulespertaining to new entrants will apply).  

 

Start date: Position is available from 1st July 2023 

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training:  

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans.    

 

Further information on research and working at University of  Galway is available on Research at University of Galway 

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie  

 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Dr.Ted Vaughan at ted.vaughan@universityofgalway.ieor Prof Laoise McNamara at Laoise.mcnamara@universityofgalway.ie   

 

To Apply: 

Applications to include a covering letter, CV,and the contact details of two referees should be sent, via e-mail (PDF attachments only) to Dr.Ted Vaughan at ted.vaughan@universityofgalway.ie 

 

Please put reference number University of Galway 129-23 in subject line of e-mail application. 

 

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm,14thJune 2023 

 

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment. 

 

University of Galway is anequalopportunitiesemployer. 

Closing Date: Wednesday, 14 Jun 2023

Application: Research Fellow, Biomechanics Programme Manager , (University of Galway 129-23)

PHD GSO 018-23, Fully Funded PhD in Wireless Implantable Sensing Systems at Smart Sensors Lab, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, University of Galway

Application(s) are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time funded PhD scholarship(s) starting in June, 2023 affiliated to the School of Medicine at the University of Galway.

 

University of Galway

Located in the vibrant cultural city of Galway in the west of Ireland, the University of Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

The PhD project will focus on the development of a wearable device to measure blood pressure from a wireless implantable sensor for patients with hypertension. Hypertension is considered a major cause of death from cardiovascular disease. Accurate monitoring of blood pressure results in better control of blood pressure, which can significantly reduce the risk of death due to hypertension. The development of an accurate blood pressure sensor and a wearable reader device is required for reliable blood pressure measurement for clinical use. The PhD research will address the critical challenges of sensor linkage with the external wearable device, extension in detectable range, and miniaturisation of the reader device. This will require the development of an embedded system on a flexible PCB and sensor data processing algorithms to meet the design requirements of the wearable reader device.

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €18,500 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

University fees: €5,500 

Start date: June 2023

Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants should ideally possess a Masters degree or a BS(hon) or BE with relevant experience in Electronic/Computer Engineering or a closely related discipline with a strong background in analogue/digital electronics, RF front-end design, analogue/digital IC design, and microprocessor/FPGA-based embedded systems. Additional requirements include:

  • Experience in Verilog/ VHDL, Python, and C coding.
  • Knowledge/experience of integrated circuit design, simulation, and verification analysis and familiarity with related software (e.g., Cadence Virtuoso System Design, Cadence Analog (RF) etc.)
  • Problem-solving, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

 

To Apply for the Scholarship: The PhD position is supported by the Horizon RIA grant

Contact Name: Dr Riaz Rehman

Contact Email: riaz.rehman@universityofgalway.ie

Application Deadline: 03/05/2023and time 17:00 GMT

 

Closing Date: Wednesday, 03 May 2023

Application: PHD GSO 018-23, PhD in Wireless Implantable Sensing Systems

PHD GSO 091-23, Fully Funded PhD in Wireless Implantable Sensing Systems at Smart Sensors Lab School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, University of Galway

Application(s) are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time funded PhD scholarship(s) starting in June, 2023 affiliated to the School of Medicine at the University of Galway.

  

University of Galway

Located in the vibrant cultural city of Galway in the west of Ireland, the University of Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

The PhD project will focus on the development of an implantable wireless blood pressure sensor for patients with hypertension. Hypertension is considered a major cause of death from cardiovascular disease. Accurate monitoring of blood pressure results in better control of blood pressure, which can significantly reduce the risk of death due to hypertension. The development of a blood pressure sensor that can provide reliable blood pressure measurement for clinical use is highly desirable for continuous monitoring of blood pressure in hypertension patients. The PhD research will address the critical challenges design and modelling of flexible wireless pressure sensors. These include flexible electrode fabrication on flexible substrate materials, chemical surface modification/activation to achieve robust integration of sensors, optimization of sensors for wireless linkage in tissue environments, and improvement of biocompatibility and biosafety of the sensors.

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €18,500 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

University fees: €5,500

Start date: June 2023

 

Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants should ideally possess a Master’s degree or a BSc(Hons) or BE with relevant experience in Electronic/Computer Engineering or a closely related discipline with a background in sensor design and characterisation. Additional requirements include:

  • Experience in Python, and C coding.
  • Experience in MATLAB, COMSOL, and AutoCAD.
  • Knowledge of electrode fabrication and flexible substrate materials
  • Problem-solving, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

 

To Apply for the Scholarship: The PhD position is supported by the Horizon RIA grant

 

Contact Name: Dr Riaz Rehman

Contact Email: riaz.rehman@universityofgalway.ie

Application Deadline: 03/05/2023and time 17:00 GMT

Closing Date: Wednesday, 03 May 2023

Application: PHD GSO 019-23, PhD in Wireless Implantable Sensing Systems at Smart Sensors Lab

PHD GSO 023-23 Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Adsorption-based Biotechnology School of Biological and Chemical Sciences and Ryan Institute

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time, fully funded four-year PhD scholarship starting in September 2023, affiliated to the School of Biological and Chemical Sciences (Microbiology) at the University of Galway.

 

Located in the vibrant cultural city of Galway in the west of Ireland, the University of Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence. For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

The successful candidate will join the Siggins Lab. (www.sigginslab.com) based in the School of Biological and Chemical Sciences, and affiliated with the Ryan Institute, at the University of Galway. The School of Biological and Chemical Sciences has a strong record of Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology research. The project is aligned with a Royal Society-Science Foundation Ireland University Research Fellowship, “Adsorption based biotechnology to integrate methane emission mitigation and valorisation”.

 

Global warming is universally recognised as one of the most important and urgent environmental issues of modern times. The ambitious goal of the Paris Agreement is to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Radical approaches, including the development of fundamentally novel and innovative biotechnological systems, will be necessary to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases, such as methane, in order to meet this goal.

The successful candidate will join a research group that is advancing scientific knowledge of microbial biotransformation of methane. They will use a range of microbiological techniques to assess the structure and functionality of targeted methane oxidising communities under varying environmental and process conditions. Microscopy analysis of biofilm development will be carried out with the support of the Centre for Microscopy and Imaging at the University of Galway. Using this information, students will design, optimise and trial novel environmental biotechnology platforms for sustainable methanotrophic production of high value industrial compounds.   

 

In addition to joining a dynamic and growing interdisciplinary research group, students will be encouraged to avail of the extensive opportunities for professional development within the University of Galway and the Ryan Institute, including those offered by the Researcher Development Centre, and additional external opportunities offered by the program funding agencies: Science Foundation Ireland and The Royal Society. 

The successful PhD student will be fully trained in all technical elements of the project. They will be supported and mentored by the project lead, with additional support from the wider research group, including experienced postdoctoral researchers.

In addition to fees and stipend, the student will receive a laptop and specific research related travel costs. 

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €19,000 per annum, tax-exempt scholarship award

University fees: Four years EU fees are funded. A student levy applies (currently €140 per annum).

 

Start date: 1st September 2023

 

Academic Entry Requirements: A 1st class honours degree, or a Masters degree, in Microbiology or a relevant area (such as, but not limited to: Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Environmental Engineering).

 

Applicants must meet the following essential criteria:

  • Highly self-motivated, enthusiastic, and scientifically curious;
  • Demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving and troubleshooting skills;
  • Have an interest in Environmental Biotechnology and climate change mitigation;
  • Ability to work independently, and as part of a team;
  • Excellent spoken and written communication skills, Non-native English speakers must satisfy the University of Galway English Language Entry Requirements available here.

 

Additional information:

Prior publications from the research group are available here.

Information regarding the Siggins Lab is available here.

Enquiries regarding this position are encouraged and should be made via email to Dr Siggins.

 

To Apply for the Scholarship: Applications to include a cover letter, CV and the contact details of two references, should be sent in Word or PDF format to Dr Alma Siggins by email: alma.siggins@universityofgalway.ie

 

Contact Name: Dr Alma Siggins

Contact Email: alma.siggins@universityofgalway.ie

Application Deadline: 30th June 2023 by 17:00 (Irish time)

Primary Supervisor name: Dr Alma Siggins

Closing Date: Friday, 30 Jun 2023

Application: PHD GSO 023-23 PhD Scholarship in Adsorption-based Biotechnology

PHD GSO 024-23, Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Systems of Transmitting Early Modern Manuscript Verse, 1475–1700 (STEMMA) project, College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Celtic Studies

Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Systems of Transmitting Early Modern Manuscript Verse, 1475–1700 (STEMMA) project

College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Celtic Studies

 

Application(s) are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time funded PhD scholarship(s) starting in January 2024 affiliated to the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Celtic Studies at the University of Galway. This position is available from January 2024 for four years, subject to satisfactory progress.

University of Galway

Located in the vibrant cultural city of Galway in the west of Ireland, the University of Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence

The PhD researcher will be associated with the European Research Council-funded project “STEMMA: Systems of Transmitting Early Modern Manuscript Verse, 1475–1700.” The successful applicant will be a member of a project team that also includes the principal investigator and three postdoctoral researchers. The PhD will the circulation of verse between manuscript and print for centuries after the introduction of printing with movable type. Using the datasets prepared by the project team alongside library catalogues and finding aids, the doctoral researcher will identify manuscript volumes likely to have been copied from printed sources. The researcher will then conduct targeted research trips to overseas libraries and archives to photograph and inventorise relevant manuscripts before returning to the host institution to identify print sources and analyse results with other members of the research team.

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €18,500 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

University fees: €5,750 

Start date: 3 January 2024

 

Academic Entry Requirements:

Required

  • An honours BA with a minimum degree result of a high 2.1 or international equivalent.
  • Prior study of early modern literature and/or history.
  • Minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent (only applicable for students who have not earned a previous degree in an English-speaking context)

Desirable

  • Previous experience with English paleography and/or codicology.
  • A demonstrable interest in book history, textual editing, and/or digital humanities.
  • A good reading knowledge of Latin and/or another European language.
  • A Master’s-level qualification.

 

To Apply for the Scholarship: Please send the following as an email attachment:

  • An academic CV, including contact details for three referees
  • Either a cover letter or a personal statement (maximum 700 words) outlining your background, interests, and aptitude for doctoral-level research
  • A scanned/electronic copy of your academic transcripts listing coursework and grades for each degree obtained or in progress (hard copies may be required at a later date)
  • An academic writing sample (minimum 3,000 and maximum 15,000 words)

 

Your supporting documentation should be combined into a single PDF document. Please use your surname for the file name. Send this PDF to mooreinstitute@universityofgalway.ie using the subject line ‘STEMMA PhD scholarship’.

 

Online application forms and all supporting documents must be received by the stated deadline in order to receive full consideration.

 

Contact Name: Professor Erin A. McCarthy

Contact Email: erin.mccarthy@universityofgalway.ie

Application Deadline: 10/7/2023 at 17:00 (Irish time 24hr format)

Primary Supervisor name (if applicable): Professor Erin A. McCarthy

Closing Date: Monday, 10 Jul 2023

Application: PHD GSO 024-23,PhD Scholarship in Systems of Transmitting Early ModernManuscript

PHD GSO 026-23, Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in evaluating the therapeutic efficacy of extracellular vesicles for ocular disease, CMNHS/Medicine/Regenerative Medicine Institute/CURAM

Application(s) are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time funded PhD scholarship(s) starting in 08/2023 affiliated to the CMNHS/Medicine/Regenerative Medicine Institute/CURAM at the University of Galway. 

The candidate will be based in Professor Thomas Ritter’s research group and the position is supported by a recently funded HorizonEurope consortium grant. Prof Ritter’s research focus on the development of novel gene and cell therapies to modulate ocular inflammation and injury. His current research focuses on evaluating the therapeutic efficacy of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) and their extracellular vesicles (EVs) for modulation of inflammation in ocular disease models. The project will be on evaluating the therapeutic efficacy of “pre-activated” MSC-EVs and analysing the MSC-EV cargo for therapeutic molecules and to identify mechanism of action.

www.nuigalway.ie/curam  

Ritter Group - University of Galway

 

Living allowance (Stipend): 18,500 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

University fees: 5,750 

Start date: 08/2023

 

Academic Entry Requirements: The successful candidate should have a 1st class or a 2:1 honours first degree and a Masters in any of the following areas: immunology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, tissue engineering, medicine, cell biology, biology, drug discovery or in a related area. The ideal candidate should have experience in as many of the following techniques: cell (permanently differentiated and stem cells) biology; molecular biology; protein / gene analysis; histology; and immunohistochemistry. Candidates should have excellent communication and organisational skills; be highly motivated and passionate about developing new products; and have strong 

written, oral and interpersonal skills. The candidate should be able to work independently and as a part of team. Leadership skills are desirable for this fellowship. The successful candidate will be working under the supervision of Prof Thomas Ritter in highly interdisciplinary and international group.

 

To Apply for the Scholarship: Expressions of interest comprising submission of a covering letter, CV, statement of personal research interests, evidence of performance or equivalent and the contact details of two referees, to be submitted via e-mail to

 

Contact Name: Professor Thomas Ritter

Contact Email: thomas.ritter@universityofgalway.ie

Application Deadline: 11/07 / 2023 and time 00:00 (Irish time 24hr format)

Primary Supervisor name (if applicable): Professor Thomas Ritter

Closing Date: Tuesday, 11 Jul 2023

Application: PHD GSO 026-23 PhD Scholarship in evaluating the therapeutic efficacy of

PHD GSO 027-23 Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in developing 3D-models and organ-on-a chip for ocular disease

Application(s) are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time funded PhD scholarship(s) starting in 08/2023 affiliated to the CMNHS/Medicine/Regenerative Medicine Institute/CURAM at the University of Galway.

 

University of Galway

Located in the vibrant cultural city of Galway in the west of Ireland, the University of Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Detailed Project Description The candidate will be based in Professor Thomas Ritter’s research group and the position is supported by a recently funded HorizonEurope consortium grant. Prof Ritter’s research focus on the development of novel gene and cell therapies to modulate ocular inflammation and injury. His current research focuses on evaluating the therapeutic efficacy of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) and their extracellular vesicles (EVs) for modulation of inflammation in ocular disease models. The project will be on evaluating the therapeutic efficacy of “pre-activated” MSC-EVs and analysing the MSC-EV cargo for therapeutic molecules and to identify mechanism of action.

www.nuigalway.ie/curam   

Ritter Group - University of Galway

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €18,500 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

University fees: €5,750

Start date: 08/2023

 

Academic Entry Requirements: The successful candidate should have a 1st class or a 2:1 honours first degree and a Masters in any of the following areas: immunology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, tissue engineering, medicine, cell biology, biology, drug discovery or in a related area. The ideal candidate should have experience in as many of the following techniques: cell (permanently differentiated and stem cells) biology; molecular biology; protein / gene analysis; histology; and immunohistochemistry. Candidates should have excellent communication and organisational skills; be highly motivated and passionate about developing new products; and have strong written, oral and interpersonal skills. The candidate should be able to work independently and as a part of team. Leadership skills are desirable for this fellowship. The successful candidate will be working under the supervision of Prof Thomas Ritter in highly interdisciplinary and international group.

 

 

To Apply for the Scholarship: Expressions of interest comprising submission of a covering letter, CV, statement of personal research interests, evidence of performance or equivalent and the contact details of two referees, to be submitted via e-mail to

 

Contact Name: Professor Thomas Ritter

Contact Email: thomas.ritter@universityofgalway.ie 

Application Deadline: 11/07 / 2023 and time 00:00 (Irish time 24hr format)

Primary Supervisor name (if applicable): Professor Thomas Ritter

Closing Date: Tuesday, 11 Jul 2023

Application: PHD GSO 027-23 PhD Scholarship in developing 3D-models and organ-on-a chip for o

PHD GSO 028-23, Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Exploring the Arctic Archive SCHOOL OF ENGLISH AND CREATIVE ARTS, University of Galway

 

Applicants are invited for a four-year Doctoral (PhD) Scholarship, starting September 2023 (or as soon as possible thereafter), as part of the SFI-IRC Pathway project Exploring the Arctic Archive: Recovering Documentary Visual and Literary Sources of the Circumpolar North in the Long Nineteenth Century. Further details are available on https://mooreinstitute.ie/2023/04/24/doctoral-research-scholarship-3/

 

This interdisciplinary project explores the documentary art and literature of the western Arctic environment (in Alaska, Canada, Greenland, and the Nordic countries) during the long nineteenth century (1789-1914) and recovers scattered materials that can be difficult for researchers to locate. These include drawings, sketches, paintings and their adjacent texts, which show the region as represented by Indigenous peoples, settlers, and travellers to the circumpolar North. This is not the perpetually icy and terrible space that appears repeatedly during the nineteenth century in public contexts, but a biodiverse, inhabited, and seasonal place. The work aims to rewrite the history of the visual representation of the Arctic and to upend popular stereotypes.

 

Your Role: The topic of the PhD research should connect broadly to the project’s field of attention (by engaging with aspects of travel, Arctic studies, visuality, the environment, Indigenous peoples, or the archive). Applicants are invited to develop their own ideas in response to the overall theme. Proposals could focus, for example, on a sub-period from the eighteenth to twentieth centuries, on individuals or groups of writers and/or artists, on specific themes, territories, environments, or peoples in the Arctic. In addition to pursuing your research, you will also work with the PI and supervisor, Dr Eavan O’Dochartaigh, in populating a database with information gathered in archival repositories and be responsible for co-creating an online exhibition with the PI.

 

The PhD Scholarship: This exciting opportunity will cover the candidate’s PhD fees and provide the successful applicant with an annual stipend of €18,500. There is funding available from the project for travel to archival repositories as well to attend up to two conferences per year for the first three years.

 

The successful candidate will be situated at University of Galway, within the Moore Institute under the supervision of Dr O’Dochartaigh, Prof. Daniel Carey, and a Graduate Research Committee. They will be enrolled in the structured 4-year PhD Programme in the Department of English and will be able to avail of taught modules as well as short courses offered by the Researcher Development Centre at University of Galway. Interdisciplinarity is encouraged, and a third supervisor in another discipline can be appointed if necessary.

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €18,500 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

University fees: €5,026

Start date: September 2023

Academic Entry Requirements: An undergraduate degree (with a first-class -preferred or 2:1 grade or equivalent) in a relevant academic area (including but not limited to: Literature, Art History, History of Science, History, Visual Culture, Indigenous Studies, Geography, Folklore, Ethnology, Political Science, Environmental Studies, Gender and Women’s Studies).
Fluency in English.

 

To Apply for the Scholarship: The Application Must Include

 

•          A 1-2 page cover letter that highlights the candidate’s suitability, based on the essential and desired criteria and their motivation for application

 

•          A 3-4 page research plan including abstract, aims, objectives, state of the art, theory, and methodology

 

•          A detailed CV

 

•          Two letters of recommendation from referees familiar with the applicant’s academic work (these can be emailed directly from referees if preferred)

 

•          A sample of academic writing (essay, thesis chapter etc.)

 

•          Applications should be sent as a single pdf file to mooreinstitute@universityofgalway.ie and must include “SFI-IRC Pathway PhD Scholarship” in the subject line.

 

•          Certified academic transcripts and certificates of all degrees will be required at shortlisting stage

 

Informal enquiries can be sent by email to Dr Eavan O’Dochartaigh eavan.odochartaigh@universityofgalway.ie with the words “SFI-IRC Pathway PhD Enquiry” followed by the applicant’s name in the subject bar.

Further details are available on https://mooreinstitute.ie/2023/04/24/doctoral-research-scholarship-3/

 

Contact Name: Dr / Eavan / O’Dochartaigh 

Contact Email: eavan.odochartaigh@universityofgalway.ie

Application Deadline: date 30 /06 / 2023 and time 17:00 (Irish time 24hr format)

Primary Supervisor name (if applicable): Dr Eavan O’Dochartaigh

Closing Date: Thursday, 22 Jun 2023

Application: PHD GSO 028-23, PhD Scholarship in Exploring the Arctic Archive

PHD GSO 029-23, Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Sustainability, Public Engagement, and Advocacy within Cell and Tissue Engineering

Application(s) are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time funded PhD scholarship(s) starting in October, 2023 and affiliated to the College of Science & Engineering, within the disciplines of Physics and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Galway.

 

Sustainability is a key challenge for advances in cell and tissue engineering. This includes both sustainability of laboratory methods, which are energy-intensive and can produce huge volumes of chemical and plastic waste, as well as sustainability of research careers and attitudes toward this research from various publics. For technological advances in these fields to have maximum impact, the tension between the imagined objectivity of laboratory experiments, and their real effects on our society and our planet, must be resolved. The focus of the liFETIME CDT on alternatives to animal models already attempts to address this, but methods from behavioural psychology, environmental science, and even the arts have the potential to go further.

 

This PhD project will be ideal for a science or engineering student looking to move beyond the bench and improve the field, using methods from the global Green Labs initiative as well as social science and public engagement with science. The project could also be suited to graduates from the arts, business, communications, psychology, or social science disciplines who wish to apply their skills to technical sectors that are supporting and revolutionising human health.

 

Laboratories, as large and constant users of energy, plastic, water, and chemicals can represent up to 25% of the total carbon footprint of a higher education institution. Thus, labs have a key role to play in delivering actions to meet the mandatory carbon zero targets set by Irish and UK governments. Green Labs programmes seek to quantify the climate impact of labs, and identify the means to co-design education, procedures and policies to mitigate these impacts. The PhD candidate would identify climate impact performance indicators from evidence-informed research before examining Green Labs approaches across the liFETIME CDT cohort and their impact, in terms of waste prevention, reuse policy, chemical management, and energy and water conservation.

Public engagement with research is also key to sustainability in these fields, and arts-based approaches using theatre, comedy, and even dance have been shown to communicate and drive engagement with technical topics. This area is sometimes known as STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Maths), and the many STEAM initiatives of CURAM’s Education and Public Engagement team, such as Science On Screen, Afterimage, Curious Young Minds, as well as the centre’s support of Bright Club Ireland, provide possible platforms to investigate the question, can performing arts approaches change public attitudes about cell and tissue engineering? Dr Fairfield is the director of Bright Club Ireland, a research comedy variety night running since 2015 (see https://youtu.be/UYSrH7qv0OU), and is a regular contributor to Newstalk’s ‘Futureproof’ science education programme (see https://www.newstalk.com/podcasts/futureproof-with-jonathan-mccrea/short-term-memory-illusions).

 

This PhD project would also include a placement, with either a learned society, a non-profit, or other advocacy organization to help translate the data collected during the PhD into policy and societal outcomes. This project is expected to yield deep insights about how the culture of a field can change, both internally and externally, to be more sustainable and open. Applications are encouraged from students who have STEM backgrounds, as well as experience in arts, social science, or advocacy work, for this highly interdisciplinary and impactful PhD project.

 

PROGRAMME INTRODUCTION: The EPSRC-SFI Joint Centre for Doctoral Training in Engineered Tissues for Discovery, Industry, and Medicine (lifETIME CDT) is a partnership between the University of Glasgow, University of Birmingham, Aston University, and the University of Galway. Within the University of Galway, the dynamic programme is hosted by CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices.

The lifETIME CDT will train future engineering and physical science (EPS) innovation leaders in interdisciplinary (engineering, chemistry, physics, maths and biology) research to develop humanised in vitro systems to accelerate therapeutic discovery in tissue engineering, sensing, and diagnostics.

Students will follow a four-year PhD model. Over the four years with the lifETIME CDT, students will undertake a range on skills training modules designed to help them network with stakeholders (industry, HSE, charity, funders and regulators) in the sector and will develop their skills in becoming a future leader. The cohort-based training will forge an Irish community of talented researchers with high-value skills sought by the market and who can deliver change. The students will spend time conducting research or training in partner institutions in the UK. The skills training programme will also include a summer school per year to develop professional skills and to strengthen the cohort.

 

The position is funded under the EPSRC – SFI CDT program.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate should have a 1st class or a 2:1 honours first degree and a Master’s in any of the following areas: biomaterials, developmental biology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, tissue engineering, medicine, cell biology, biology, drug discovery or in a related area. For this project, candidates from other disciplinary backgrounds will be considered if they state how their skills are transferable to advocacy and behavioural change in a cell and tissue engineering context. Candidates should have excellent communication and organisational skills; be highly motivated and passionate about developing new approaches to lab sustainability and advocacy within the life sciences; and have strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills. The candidate should be able to work independently and as a part of a team. Leadership skills are desirable for this fellowship.

 

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €18,500 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

 

University fees: 5,00

 

Start date: 01/10/2023

 

Academic Entry Requirements: 2H1 or higher

 

To Apply for the Scholarship:

 

Contact Name: Dr / Jessamyn / Fairfield

Contact Email: jessamyn.fairfield@universityofgalway.ie

Application Deadline: date 09/_06 / 2023  and time 23:59 (Irish time 24hr format)

Primary Supervisor name (if applicable): Dr Jessamyn Fairfield

Closing Date: Friday, 09 Jun 2023

Application: PHD GSO 029-23, PhD Scholarship in Sustainability, PE, Advocacy & Cell &Tissue

PHD GSO 030-23, Two Fully Funded PhD Scholarships in Sulphate-stressed Anaerobic Digestion Systems

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for two 4-year full-time PhD scholarships starting in August, 2023 affiliated to the College of Science and Engineering/School of Engineering/Civil Engineering at the University of Galway.

 

University of Galway:

Located in the vibrant cultural city of Galway in the west of Ireland, the University of Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Detailed Project Description:

Methane recovery from waste reduces the dependence on fossil fuel energy, fulfilling the Sustainable Development Goals. However, the existence of sulphate inhibits methane production, which can be alleviated by dosing conductive materials. In this project, by combining advanced techniques from microbiology, engineering, and chemistry, underlying microbial mechanisms and interactions for methane production will be investigated with the dosage of conductive materials for alleviating sulphate inhibition. The outputs will provide knowledge for developing novel methane recovery biotechnologies from waste to protect our ecosystem and conserve of our natural resources.

The student will conduct the system operation and analysis. The research includes the effect of conductive materials on the alleviation of sulphate inhibition on methanogenesis and strategies for improving system efficiency.

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €19,000 per annum [tax-exempt scholarship award]

 

University fees: €5,500 per annum. EU fees are covered by the grant; For non-EU students who are not in receipt of any other scholarship that supports the payment of full Non-EU fees are eligible to apply for the PhD International Merit Scholarship Scheme at University of Galway. If successful, this scholarship award reduces course fees from the full international level to EU level.

 

Start date: August 1st, 2023

 

Academic Entry Requirements:

  • A master’s degree or first-class honours B.E. in a relevant discipline (e.g., environmental engineering, environmental microbiology, or similar) with a good foundation in microbiology
  • Adaptability, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and in a team
  • Other requirements in University of Galway (Please see link for details Entry Requirements - University of Galway

 

 

  • To Apply for the Scholarship:

    Expressions of interest comprising submission of a covering letter, CV, statement of personal research interests, evidence of performance or equivalent and the contact details of two referees, to Dr. Guangxue Wu at guangxue.wu@universityofgalway.ie with the subject of ‘PhD Application’.

     

    Contact Name: Dr. Guangxue Wu

    Contact Email: guangxue.wu@universityofgalway.ie

    Application Deadline: 23/06/2023and time 17:00 GMT

    Primary Supervisor name: Dr. Guangxue Wu

     

Closing Date: Friday, 23 Jun 2023

Application: PHD GSO 030-23, PhD Scholarships in Sulphate-stressed Anaerobic Digestion System

PHD GSO 031-23, Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Health Data Science working on development of statistical methods in longitudinal monitoring of clinical data

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time funded PhD scholarship starting in September, 2023 affiliated to the School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences, College of Science and Engineering at the University of Galway.

 

University of Galway

Located in the vibrant cultural city of Galway in the west of Ireland, the University of Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence.

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie .

The successful candidate will be based in the School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences at the University of Galway where there is a strong international reputation in Biostatistics and Health Data Science research. During this programme, the candidate will join the team of high profile and recognised researchers in the School in all aspects of Statistical Science and will have opportunities to attend national and international conferences.

 

The School is dynamic and highly supportive with more than 40 PhD students, national and international, which facilitates a seamless transition for any new PhD students to their new environment through peer support and social interaction.

 

Detailed Project Description

 

In clinical settings, conventional practice involves utilising reference ranges to evaluate the results of biomarker tests for individuals, categorising such values as normal or abnormal. However, to ensure effective monitoring and assessment of an individual's health over time, we proposed the implementation of personalised Adaptive Reference Ranges, wherein   reference ranges dynamically adjust with each new measurement obtained for the individual.

 

The aim of the proposed project is to build upon existing research by incorporating covariates and individual-level characteristics to existing models and also developing new and novel approaches in simultaneous longitudinal monitoring of multiple correlated biomarkers. In particular, the successful candidate will develop statistical methods to produce personalised multivariate adaptive reference regions that use informative pathophysiologic dependencies between two or more biomarkers to enhance diagnostic sensitivity and specificity in clinical decisions. Development of such adaptive reference regions will involve extensions to Bayesian methods, multivariate mixed effect models and tolerance regions.

 

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €18,500 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

University fees: Included at EU rate.

Start date: September 2023

 

Academic Entry Requirements:

  • At least a Bachelor's degree (first class honours, GPA 3.0 equivalent or higher) in statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or a related quantitative discipline.
  • Applicants for whom English is a second language will be required to demonstrate their competence in the English language in line with University of Galway requirements.

The successful candidate will

  • Be passionate about statistics and health data science.
  • Be enthused by the opportunity to work closely in a multidisciplinary team with clinical collaborators.
  • Have strong analytical or problem-solving skills.
  • Have strong computational skills (e.g., R, Python, etc.)
  • Have excellent communication and presentation skills.

The following attributes are desirable:

  • Knowledge of Bayesian methods.
  • Knowledge of mixed effect models.
  • Knowledge of generalised linear models.
  • Experience of working with clinical data.

 

To Apply for the Scholarship: Applications must be submitted via email to Davood.roshan@universityofgalway.ie and contain the following:

  • Curriculum vitae
  • A personal statement (800 words) on why you are applying for this PhD, your qualifications and vision for the post.

Please put reference number HDS MAR PhD 2023 in subject line of e-mail application.

 

Contact Name: Dr. Davood Roshan

Contact Email: For further information contact: Davood.roshan@universityofgalway.ie

Application Deadline:  30th June 2023 at 17:00 (Irish time 24hr format)

Primary Supervisor name (if applicable): Dr. Davood Roshan

Closing Date: Friday, 30 Jun 2023

Application: PHD GSO 031-23, PhD Scholarship in statistical monitoring of clinical outcomes

PHD GSO 032-23, Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in the EPA funded project I-RACE College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences/School of Medicine/ Discipline of Bacteriology

Application(s) are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time funded PhD scholarship(s) starting in September 2023 affiliated to the College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences/School of Medicine/ Discipline of Bacteriology at the University of Galway.

 

University of Galway

Located in the vibrant cultural city of Galway in the west of Ireland, the University of Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Detailed Project Description: Utilising Integrated constructed wetlands (ICWs) to Reduce Antimicrobial resistance and increase Carbon sequestration in the Environment”I-RACEis funded by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This collaborative project includes different work packages simultaneously conducted at the University of Galway, Teagasc and University College Dublin. The primary goal of this project is to evaluate the impact of Integrated Constructed Wetlands (ICWs) on two crucial aspects: (i) the abundance and destiny of antimicrobial resistant organisms (AROs) in wastewater, and (ii) the levels of carbon sequestration achieved by these systems.

 

As part of the I-RACE project team, the main aim of this PhD work is to use state-of-the-art culture-independent genomic analysis to assess the presence of AROs and clinically important pathogens in surface waters of ICWs from different sectors.

 

The successful candidate will be based in the Discipline of Bacteriology, School of Medicine and will be co-supervised by Dr. Georgios Miliotis and Prof. Dearbháile Morris.

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €18,500 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

 

University fees: €5,890

 

Start date: 09/2023

 

Academic Entry Requirements: Minimum of a Bachelor of Science (2.1 or higher) in Microbiology, Genomics, Bioinformatics or a related discipline from the life sciences or data sciences. Master’s level research experience is highly desirable. Non-native English speakers require a IELTS(6.5)/TOEFL (88).

To Apply for the Scholarship: Please send a letter of motivation and a current CV, indicating your research experience and including the names of two referees to Dr. Georgios Miliotis via email to georgios.miliotis@universityofgalway.ie. Informal enquiries to the same email are welcome.

Contact Name: Dr. Georgios Miliotis

 

Contact Email: georgios.miliotis@universityofgalway.ie

 

Application Deadline: 23/06/2023 and time 17:00 (Irish time 24hr format)

 

Primary Supervisor name (if applicable): Dr. Georgios Miliotis

 

Closing Date: Friday, 23 Jun 2023

Application: PHD GSO 032-23, PhD Scholarship in the EPA funded project I-RACE

PHD GSO 025-23, Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Advancing FutureNeuro therapies towards translation

Application(s) are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time funded PhD scholarship(s) starting in Oct., 2023, affiliated to the College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Science, School of Medicine, Regenerative Medicine Institute at the University of Galway, Ireland.

University of Galway

Located in the vibrant cultural city of Galway in the west of Ireland, the University of Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

Detailed Project Description

PhD studentships are available at the University of Galway, to carry out gene editing on pluripotent stem cells, neuronal differentiation, drug screening and pharmacological characterisation. The projects are funded by Science Foundation Ireland as a part of the FutureNeuro Research Centre nationwide. Candidates with relevant expertise on Stem Cell Biology, Genetic Engineering, Neuroscience, Pharmacology and/or Drug Discovery are encouraged to apply. Evidence of previous success on research and publication will be an advantage.

Living allowance (Stipend):         €18500 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

University fees:                                €5500 per annum

Start date:                                          1 Oct, 2023

Academic Entry Requirements: BSc/MSc in relevant fields

To Apply for the Scholarship: please submit a CV, publication(s) and a cover letter (with three names/email/phone for independent reference requests) to sanbing.shen@universityofgalway.ie.

Contact Name:                  Professor Sanbing Shen

Contact Email:                   sanbing.shen@universityofgalway.ie

Application Deadline:    Friday30/06/ 2023  and time 17:00 (Irish time 24hr format)

Primary Supervisor name (if applicable): Professor Sanbing Shen

Closing Date: Friday, 30 Jun 2023

Application: PHD GSO 025-23, PhD Scholarship in Advancing FutureNeuro therapies towards trans

PHD GSO, 033-23, Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Thermo-mechanical controlled processing for fatigue-resistant steel Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering

The TAILORED MANUFACTURING FOR SAFE, SUSTAINABLE OFFSHORE WIND TURBINE SUPPORT STRUCTURE MATERIALS (TRANSFORRM) project, funded by Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) and Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), aims to develop a multi-scale, process-structure-property-performance (PSPP) framework for manufacturing-informed design of safe, sustainable structures for upscaling of offshore wind turbines (OWTs). TRANSFORRM will develop methods to achieve increased safety, reduced cost and longer life for offshore renewable energy (ORE) structures (e.g. monopiles, jackets) via through-process design and thermo-mechanical controlled processing (TMCP) and welding of state-of-the-art high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel. The specific focus will be on increased material strength and increased resistance to fatigue crack initiation (FCI) and growth in welded connections, via control of manufacturing-induced microstructure. In partnership with industrial collaborators, TRANSFORRM will thus provide the key building blocks for a digital twin for OWTs and novel structural design and condition monitoring techniques. TRANSFORRM will involve close collaboration with relevant key national and international academic, research and industry partners. The position will involve international travel for collaboration visits (up to 6 months in duration) and conference attendance. International collaborators include IMDEA Materials Institute (Madrid, PFM and multi-scale modelling), Imperial College London (residual stresses and FCG in welds), Universities of Plymouth (offshore renewables), Nottingham (fixed OWT design, analysis), Strathclyde (floating OWT design, analysis) and DTU Denmark (Design Codes and Standards), as well as Univ of Limerick (EBSD, CPFE).

 

This PhD will focus primarily on thermo-mechanical controlled processing (TMCP) aspects, mainly experimental aspects, but will also undertake modelling of the process in parallel with the experimental research developments. The objective is to develop a laboratory-scale experimental method for characterisation of through-thickness microstructure (grain size and texture) evolution during TMCP of high strength, low-alloy (HSLA) steel. The researcher will develop and manage the experimental programme of thermo-mechanical (isothermal) plane strain compression and physically-simulated (Gleeble), as well as microstructure evolution (SEM, EBSD, TEM) and mechanical characterisation (cyclic stress- and strain-controlled) testing of physically-simulated TMCP specimens. This person will liaise closely other PhD and post-doctoral researchers, to provide calibration and validation process-microstructure data for process modelling, phase field modelling and crystal plasticity modelling etc. The PhD student will be trained on the new thermo-mechanical physical simulation (Gleeble 3500) system at University of Galway, recently funded under the SFI Infrastructure fund. Strain- and stress-controlled fatigue testing of simulated TMCP specimens will facilitate assessment of effects of process conditions. This will provide calibration and validation data for multi-scale fatigue and constitutive modelling. Fatigue crack growth testing of TMCP steels will be conducted in collaboration with Imperial College.

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €19,000 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

 

University fees: €5,500 per annum

 

Start date: 1st September, 2023

 

Academic Entry Requirements: 1st class or 2.1honours Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical engineering or closely related discipline (e.g. Civil, Structural, Manufacturing or Biomedical Engineering, Materials Engineering or Materials Science). Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and a strong passion and motivation for excellence in engineering research, with a view to publication, international conference presentations and collaborations. Candidates must also be motivated to work within a team to achieve overall project objectives.

 

To Apply for the Scholarship: Expressions of interest comprising submission of a covering letter, CV, statement of personal research interests, evidence of performance or equivalent and the contact details of two referees, to be submitted via e-mail to sean.leen@universityofgalway.ie, mingming.tong@universityofgalway.ie

 

Contact Name: Prof Seán Leen and Dr Mingming Tong

 

Contact Email: sean.leen@universityofgalway.ie or mingming.tong@universityofgalway.ie

 

Application Deadline: 01/08/2023 (1st August, 2023) and time 17:00 (Irish time 24hr format)

 

Primary Supervisor name (if applicable): Prof Seán Leen and Dr Mingming Tong

Closing Date: Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023

Application: PHD GSO 033-23, PhD Scholarship in Thermo-mechanical controlled processing for f

PHS GSO 034-23,Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Multi-scale design of improved-fatigue TMCP steel Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering

Application(s) are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time funded PhD scholarship(s) starting in September, 2023 affiliated to the Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering, College of Science and Engineering and Ryan Institute for Marine, Environment and Energy at the University of Galway.

 

University of Galway

Located in the vibrant cultural city of Galway in the west of Ireland, the University of Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence

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Detailed Project Description.

The TAILORED MANUFACTURING FOR SAFE, SUSTAINABLE OFFSHORE WIND TURBINE SUPPORT STRUCTURE MATERIALS (TRANSFORRM) project, funded by Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) and Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), aims to develop a multi-scale, process-structure-property-performance (PSPP) framework for manufacturing-informed design of safe, sustainable structures for upscaling of offshore wind turbines (OWTs). TRANSFORRM will develop methods to achieve increased safety, reduced cost and longer life for offshore renewable energy (ORE) structures (e.g. monopiles, jackets) via through-process design and thermo-mechanical controlled processing (TMCP) and welding of state-of-the-art high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel. The specific focus will be on increased material strength and increased resistance to fatigue crack initiation (FCI) and growth in welded connections, via control of manufacturing-induced microstructure. In partnership with industrial collaborators, TRANSFORRM will thus provide the key building blocks for a digital twin for OWTs and novel structural design and condition monitoring techniques. TRANSFORRM will involve close collaboration with relevant key national and international academic, research and industry partners. The position may involve international travel for collaboration visits (up to 6 months in duration) and conference attendance. International collaborators include IMDEA Materials Institute (Madrid, PFM and multi-scale modelling), Imperial College London (residual stresses and FCG in welds), Universities of Plymouth (offshore renewables), Nottingham (fixed OWT design, analysis), Strathclyde (floating OWT design, analysis) and DTU Denmark (Design Codes and Standards), as well as Univ of Limerick (EBSD, CPFE).

 

This PhD will focus primarily on multi-scale modelling for TMCP for explicit simulation of process-induced thermo-mechanical evolution of texture and grain size distributions in HSLA steel. The work will be in close collaboration with Prof Javier Segurado at IMDEA Materials Institute (Madrid) and Prof Noel O’Dowd at Univ of Limerick. Attention will be focussed on self-consistent viscoplastic finite element (FE) and crystal plasticity finite element, as well as fast Fourier transform crystal plasticity for efficient modelling for design of through-thickness microstructure (texture) homogeneity, and hence strengthening, during the manufacturing process. The model will be coupled with a phase field model of the TMCP process, developed in parallel. Validation will be achieved using experimental testing results (EBSD, SEM, TEM) from collaboration with other researchers on the project team. This person will thus liaise closely other PhD and post-doctoral researchers, for calibration and validation process-microstructure data for process modelling, phase field modelling and crystal plasticity modelling etc.

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €19,000 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

 

University fees: €5,500 per annum

 

Start date: 1st September, 2023

 

Academic Entry Requirements: 1st class or 2.1honours Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical engineering or closely related discipline (e.g. Civil or Biomedical Engineering, Materials Engineering or Science). Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and a strong passion and motivation for excellence in engineering research, with a view to publication, international conference presentations and collaborations. Candidates must also be motivated to work within a team to achieve overall project objectives.

 

To Apply for the Scholarship: Expressions of interest comprising submission of a covering letter, CV, statement of personal research interests, evidence of performance or equivalent and the contact details of two referees, to be submitted via e-mail to sean.leen@universityofgalway.ie

 

Contact Name: Prof Seán Leen

 

Contact Email: sean.leen@universityofgalway.ie

 

Application Deadline: 01/08/2023 (1st August, 2023) and time 17:00 (Irish time 24hr format)

 

Primary Supervisor name (if applicable): Prof Seán Leen

Closing Date: Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023

Application: PHD GSO 034-23, PhD Scholarship in Multi-scale design of improved-fatigue TMCP s

PHD GSO 035-23, Fully Funded PhD Scholarship in Experimental and modelling for welding of improved fatigue TMCP steels

Application(s) are invited from suitably qualified candidates for full-time funded PhD scholarship(s) starting in September, 2023 affiliated to the Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering, College of Science and Engineering and Ryan Institute for Marine, Environment and Energy at the University of Galway.

 

University of Galway

Located in the vibrant cultural city of Galway in the west of Ireland, the University of Galway has a distinguished reputation for teaching and research excellence

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Detailed Project Description.

The TAILORED MANUFACTURING FOR SAFE, SUSTAINABLE OFFSHORE WIND TURBINE SUPPORT STRUCTURE MATERIALS (TRANSFORRM) project, funded by Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) and Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), aims to develop a multi-scale, process-structure-property-performance (PSPP) framework for manufacturing-informed design of safe, sustainable structures for upscaling of offshore wind turbines (OWTs). TRANSFORRM will develop methods to achieve increased safety, reduced cost and longer life for offshore renewable energy (ORE) structures (e.g. monopiles, jackets) via through-process design and thermo-mechanical controlled processing (TMCP) and welding of state-of-the-art high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel. The specific focus will be on increased material strength and increased resistance to fatigue crack initiation (FCI) and growth in welded connections, via control of manufacturing-induced microstructure. In partnership with industrial collaborators, TRANSFORRM will thus provide the key building blocks for a digital twin for OWTs and novel structural design and condition monitoring techniques. TRANSFORRM will involve close collaboration with relevant key national and international academic, research and industry partners. The position may involve international travel for collaboration visits (up to 6 months in duration) and conference attendance. International collaborators include IMDEA Materials Institute (Madrid, PFM and multi-scale modelling), Imperial College London (residual stresses and FCG in welds), Universities of Plymouth (offshore renewables), Nottingham (fixed OWT design, analysis), Strathclyde (floating OWT design, analysis) and DTU Denmark (Design Codes and Standards), as well as Univ of Limerick (EBSD, CPFE).

 

This PhD will include thermo-mechanical-microstructure experimental investigation and numerical modelling of gas tungsten arc welding of current and next generation, improved TMCP steels for OWT monopiles. The welding will include bead on plate and commercial girth welding trials and will focus on measurement of microstructure thermally-transformed zones and residual stress measurement. The work will include collaboration with Imperial College London and University of Limerick and focus primarily on multi-scale modelling for TMCP for explicit simulation of process-induced thermo-mechanical evolution of texture and grain size distributions in HSLA steel. The numerical modelling will develop a CAPHAD-based thermal-metallurgical method for simulation of the welding process, to predict both microstructure and residual stresses, and will collaborate for phase field modelling including phase transformations and grain growth kinetics. This person will liaise closely other PhD and post-doctoral researchers in the team, for calibration and validation process-microstructure data for process modelling, phase field modelling and crystal plasticity modelling etc.

 

Living allowance (Stipend): €19,000 per annum, [tax-exempt scholarship award]

 

University fees: €5,500 per annum

 

Start date: 1st September, 2023

 

Academic Entry Requirements: 1st class or 2.1honours Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical engineering or closely related discipline (e.g. Civil or Biomedical Engineering, Materials Engineering or Science). Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and a strong passion and motivation for excellence in engineering research, with a view to publication, international conference presentations and collaborations. Candidates must also be motivated to work within a team to achieve overall project objectives.

 

To Apply for the Scholarship: Expressions of interest comprising submission of a covering letter, CV, statement of personal research interests, evidence of performance or equivalent and the contact details of two referees, to be submitted via e-mail to sean.leen@universityofgalway.ie, richard.barrett@universityofgalway.ie

 

Contact Name: Prof Seán Leen or Dr Richard Barrett

 

Contact Email: sean.leen@universityofgalway.ie or richard.barrett@universityofgalway.ie

 

Application Deadline: 01/08/2023 (1st August, 2023) and time 17:00 (Irish time 24hr format)

 

Primary Supervisor name (if applicable): Prof Seán Leen, Dr Richard Barrett

Closing Date: Tuesday, 01 Aug 2023

Application: PHD GSO 035-23, PhD Scholarship in Experimental and modelling for welding of im

Postdoctoral Researcher (x2) Mechanobiology and Medical Device Research Group, Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering, College of Science and Engineering, University of Galway 131-23

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for two full-time fixed term positions as  Postdoctoral Researcher with the Mechanobiology and Medical Device Research Group in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Galway, Ireland.

 

These positions are funded by the European Research Council (ERC) and are available from 1st September 2023 to contract end date of 30th August 2025.

 

Despite immense efforts to develop therapies for osteoporosis, conventional drugs that target bone loss only prevent osteoporotic fractures in half of sufferers, and the worldwide economic burden of treatment is escalating. Recently our research has provided evidence that the biological mechanisms by which bone cells normally respond to their mechanical environment are impaired. However, no existing therapeutic approach has been developed to account for these. Current understanding of bone mechanobiology and pathophysiology has been derived either using approaches that cannot fully capture, or account for both human biological and mechanical factors, and this project seeks to address this challenge. The global objective of the MEMETic project is to provide a paradigm change for studies of bone disease and therapeutics by consolidating, and significantly advancing, our novel approaches to develop advanced ex vivo models that recreate in vivo biomechanical cues in a living and multicellular 3D environment to replicate the mechanobiological function of bone.  A unique multidisciplinary approach, combining cell and molecular biology with biomechanical and mechanobiological techniques, will enable these important advances, and consolidate a world leading mechanobiology research program.

 

Job Description:

The successful candidates will develop novel ex-vivo models to mimic the complex multicellular and mechanical in vivo environment of bone during osteoporosis. These models will be applied for studies of the role of mechanobiology in the aetiology of osteoporosis and potential therapies. This research will be conducted using the equipment, technical expertise, office and research space within the Alice Perry Engineering Building and the BioSciences Research Building (BRB) at University of Galway. The 14,000m2 Alice Perry Engineering building houses state-of-the-art Biomedical Engineering facilities including cell culture laboratories, biomechanical testing laboratories, micro-CT scanning, microscopy, research space and computer suites. The BioSciences Research Building incorporates 8,000m2 of high-end laboratory space for over 300 researchers from research groups working in the areas of cancer research, regenerative medicine and cell and molecular biology.

 

Duties:

The Postdoctoral Researcher will work within a team to develop advanced ex-vivo multicellular models that recreate in vivo conditions. The Postdoctoral Researcher will be responsible for consolidating the ex-vivo models with a postmenopausal model and validating these against the gold standard ovariectomized model. The successful applicant will be required to conduct:

  • Characterise bone loss dynamics and the mineralisation using in vivo micro-CT
  • In vitro and ex-vivo cell culture studies using Bioreactors;
  • Biochemical assays and RT-PCR to quantify gene and protein expression;
  • Tissue dissection, histology and immunohistochemistry
  • Analyse data in an accurate and precise manner;
  • Actively participate in international conferences and meetings;
  • Publish data in high impact factor journals;

 

What the successful candidate will do attached to the specific post (list /bulletpoint). Please refer to Researcher Competencies and ensure the duties are appropriate for the level of post.

 

Qualifications/Skills required:

 

Essential Requirements:

Candidates MUST:

  • Hold a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline (Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Science or a related field)
  • Have a proven track record in a research environment
  • Possess excellent communication and organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Proven independent initiative and ability to work in a collaborative environment
  • Be highly motivated and passionate about advancing biomedical engineering research

 

It is ESSENTIAL that applicants have experience in the below techniques:

  • Experience of biomaterial-based approaches for tissue regeneration
  • Experience of Epifluorescent and Confocal microscopy
  • Experience of cell biology techniques (e.g. tissue histology, immunohistochemistry, immunocytochemistry)
  • Experience of Tissue dissection and histology

Desirable Requirements:

As well as the above essential skills, it is DESIRABLE that applicants have expertise in as many of the following areas as possible:

  • Experience of molecular biology techniques (e.g. western blotting, RT-PCR)
  • Experience of using bioreactors and parallel plate flow chambers
  • Biomechanical testing and micro-CT scanning

 

(For research assistant and Part-time posts, please include this clause in the advertisement)

Employment permit restrictions apply for this category of post

 

Salary: Postdoctoral Researcher scale €42,033 - €54,153 per annum, (subject to the project’s funding limitations), and pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts.

Start date: Position is available from 1st September 2023

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training:

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans. University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment - see HERE for further information.

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Further information about the Mechanobiology and Medical Devices Research Group is available at www.mechanobiology.ie. Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Professor Laoise McNamara, Laoise.McNamara@universityofgalway.ie

 

To Apply:

Applications to include a covering letter, CV, and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to Laoise.McNamara@universityofgalway.ie

 

Please put reference number University of Galway 131-23 in subject line of e-mail application.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm (Irish Time) June 15th 2023.

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post.

 

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment

Closing Date: Thursday, 15 Jun 2023

Application: Postdoctoral Researcher (x2) College of Engineering, University of Galway 131-23

Postdoctoral Researcher – Stem Cell Biology/Immunology, CÚRAM, SFI Centre for Medical Devices and REMEDI University of Galway 136-23

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full time, fixed term contract as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Centre for Research in Medical Devices (CÚRAM) and Regenerative Medicine Institute (REMEDI), University of Galway, Ireland. The position is available from May 1st 2023 for a 36 month period, subject to an initial one-year probationary period. This position is funded through a recent HorizonEurope consortium grant.

 

Organisation: CÚRAM, SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices is a national, SFI funded, research centre that brings together researchers from University of Galway and other leading universities from Ireland. The prime objective for CÚRAM is to radically improve health outcomes for patients by developing innovative implantable ‘smart’ medical devices to treat major unmet medical needs. Implants will be designed and manufactured to respond to the body’s environment and to deliver therapeutic agents, such as drugs, exactly where needed. REMEDI was established in 2004 and is recognized as the leading stem cell research institute in Ireland to translate basic research findings to clinical applications.  REMEDI boasts a state-of-the-art research infrastructure including imaging, histology, flow cytometry, molecular biology, gene vector and mammalian cell culture core facilities which are coordinated by a team of fully trained technical support staff.

 

Website: www.nuigalway.ie/curam  

Ritter Group - University of Galway

 

Job Description: The position will be to undertake research into the in vitro and in vivo efficacy of extracellular vesicles secreted from “pre-activated” mesenchymal stromal cells (MSC-EVs) for treatment of ocular surface diseases. The candidate will be based in Professor Thomas Ritter’s research group whose research focuses on the development of novel gene and cell therapies to modulate ocular inflammation and injury. His current research focuses on evaluating the therapeutic efficacy of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) and their extracellular vesicles (EVs) for modulation of inflammation in ocular disease models.

 

The successful applicant will be responsible for managing both the research administrative and technical running of the lab on a day-to-day basis. Technical roles will include management of mesenchymal stromal cells of various tissue origins, state of the art isolation and characterisation of extracellular vesicles (in collaboration with other researchers in the lab), assisting with the development and execution of novel experimental protocols where needed and testing the therapeutic efficacy of MSC-EVs in pre-clinical ocular surface disease models (in house and with collaborators).

 

The candidate will be expected to have performed original scientific research in a field allied to the scientific objectives of CURAM/REMEDI.  In particular, hands-on experience in mesenchymal stromal cell culture, isolation of EVs, potency assay development, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry and preclinical models are essential.

 

Candidates should have excellent communication and organizational skills, be highly motivated and passionate about designing the next generation of extracellular vesicles and have strong documentation, oral and interpersonal skills. The position requires communication with the different partners of the consortium, and thus excellent communication skills are mandatory.

 

 

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Growth and characterisation of mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) of various tissue origins
  • Isolation and characterisation of extracellular vesicles (EV) from MSCs by state-of-the-art technology
  • In vitro characterisation of MSC-EVs using various potency assays
  • Evaluation of the therapeutic efficacy of MSC-EV in pre-clinical ocular surface disease model
  • In vivo imaging (optical coherence tomography, OCT) to evaluate therapeutic efficacy at early and late time points.
  • Assessment of therapeutic efficacy by immunohistochemical analysis and ex-vivo flow cytometry of immune cell populations.
  • Evaluate MSC-EV cargo for therapeutic efficacy.
  • Ensure that work is performed in line with Health & Safety and other relevant University policies.
  • Presenting of technical data, as required

 

Essential Criteria:

  • PhD in Life Sciences, Biology
  • Strong stem cell biology/immunology background
  • Demonstrable in-depth knowledge of mesenchymal stromal cell biology, culture and isolation of EVs
  • Knowledge in in vitro characterisation of EVs using potency assays.
  • Knowledge in efficacy testing in pre-clinical models.
  • Extensive experience in flow cytometric analysis of immune cell populations

 

Desirable Requirements:

  • passionate about eye research
  • Experience in EV-cargo analysis (miRNA etc).
  • pre-clinical models of ocular surface diseases
  • Excellent communication skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to work on own initiative.
  • Flexibility and ability to work in a team environment are key skills required.

 

 

Salary: from €42,033-€54,153 per annum.            Start date: July 2023.

 

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the pay scale, where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale.

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Position available from: 1st May 2023

 

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at University of Galway

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

For informal enquiries about this post please contact us at thomas.ritter@universityofgalway.ie

 

 

To Apply:

Applications to include a covering letter, CV, and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to thomas.ritter@universityofgalway.ie

 

Please put reference number University of Galway 136-23 in subject line of e-mail application.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm on Friday 23rd June 2023.

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment.

 

University of Galway, Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

Closing Date: Friday, 23 Jun 2023

Application: PDR-Stem Cell Biology/ Immunology, CÚRAM, University of Galway 136-23

Research Assistant DigiCanTrain: Digital skills training for health care professionals in oncology,School of Nursing & Midwifery, University of Galway 132-23

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time (1.0 FTE) position as a research assistant/learning designer on the DigiCanTrain Project within the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Galway. The position is funded by EU4Health and is available from the 1st July (or as near as possible thereafter) for 2.5 years (30 months). The principal investigator is Dr Maura Dowling, School of Nursing and Midwifery (University of Galway). The successful candidate will work with and report to Dr Dowling.

 

The DigiCanTrain project’s overall aim is to improve access to continuing professional education, increase digital skills and the use of eHealth technology for clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals working with people affected by cancer and improve the resilience of healthcare systems. The project focuses on developing and piloting an educational and training programme for clinical and non-clinical trainers that is adaptable for European cancer centres.

 

Job description

The successful candidate will be required to take an active role in all aspects of the project, be self-motivated with excellent written, interpersonal and organizational skills and have experience in educational research, learning design and digital technology in a health care setting.

 

 

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Assist with planning, co-ordinating and implementing work package
  • Assist with the implementation plan
  • Assist in writing up and reporting on work package deliverables
  • Collaborate with colleagues working on the DigiCanTrain project
  • Schedule work package team meetings, set agendas and minute taking
  • Ensure timely completion of the work package and give feedback on progress to the principal investigator, line manager, project management steering committee and funders
  • Assist with the implementation and evaluation of the pilot programme
  • Assist in writing up work package outputs to include peer-reviewed journal papers focused on development of digital skills in oncology
  • Assist in dissemination activities, including preparing and delivering a presentation of project work to academic, industry, health professional, and public audiences
  • Attend and network at relevant conferences and meetings as appropriate
  • Assist in drafting work package monitoring reports
  • Complete the administrative work to support the project
  • Support the financial and budget management of the project
  • Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities as required by the principal investigator and/or line manager.

 

Qualifications/Skills Required:

Essential Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in instructional design, e-learning or digital media
  • Evidence of expertise in using educational digital tools and technology such as 360 video technology and simulation
  • Evidence of expertise in digital learning technologies
  • Evidence of curriculum development
  • Evidence of ability to meet deadlines, to initiate, plan, and organise own workload
  • Evidence of presenting study updates/reports
  • Proficient in IT skills including Word, Excel and PPT
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including experience in effective teamwork and collaboration
  • Highly motivated, with strong attention to detail and quality

 

Desirable Requirements:

 

  • Experience in the development of adult education learning modules
  • Experience in using digital tools and technology in a healthcare setting
  • An understanding of ECTS, CME and micro-credentials
  • Knowledge of the legal requirements regarding data protection and confidentiality data protection requirements.
  • Evidence of writing for peer-reviewed publications

 

Employment permit restrictions apply for this category of the post

 

Salary:  €29,275 - €39,158 per annum, pro rata (public sector pay policy rules pertaining to new entrants will apply)

 

 

Start date: The position is available from 01st August 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter

 

Continuing Professional Development/Training:

The University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all researchers seeking to build their own career pathways either within or beyond academia.  Researchers are encouraged to engage with our Researcher Development Centre (RDC) upon commencing employment – see www.universityofgalway.ie/rdc for further information.'

 

Further information on research and working at University of Galway is available on Research at  HYPERLINK "http://www.nuigalway.ie/our-research/"University of HYPERLINK "http://www.nuigalway.ie/our-research/" Galway

 

For information on moving to Ireland please see www.euraxess.ie

 

Further information about the School of Nursing and Midwifery is available at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/medicine-nursing-and-health-sciences/nursing-midwifery/

 

Informal enquiries concerning the post may be made to Dr Maura Dowling. Maura.dowling@universityofgalway.ie 

 

 

To Apply:

Applications to include a cover letter, CV that includes a link to portfolio materials, and the contact details of three referees should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to Maura Dowling: maura.dowling@universityofgalway.ie

 

Please put the reference number University of Galway 132-23 in subject line of the e-mail application.

 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm Thursday June 29th, 2023.

 

Interviews are planned to be held on: Thursday July 20th, 2023.  

 

We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post.

 

The University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

 

All positions are recruited in line with Open, Transparent, Merit (OTM) and Competency based recruitment.

Closing Date: Thursday, 29 Jun 2023

Application: Research Assistant,School of Nursing & Midwifery, University of Galway 132-23

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