Post Doc – Analytical- RestOAre -Physiology School of medicine 011417

This position is funded by Enterprise Ireland as part of the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF) initiative and is available from 1st April 2025 until contract end date of March 31th 2026 (with the possibility of extension subject to funding availability). The successful candidate will primarily manage research tasks in Analytical Chemistry for the DTIF project. They will liaise with other research collaborators within the University of Galway and the industrial partner. The role involves supporting the development of novel drug prototypes through the characterisation and formulation of advanced drug delivery systems for the treatment of osteoarthritis. A deep understanding of polymer chemistry is essential, from techniques used for their characterisation to the study of their behaviour as solids and in solution. Advanced knowledge and skills in drug delivery systems are critical. The candidate will also be involved in in vitro testing and further translational activities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for generating research and innovation impacts for the project, coordinating activities, organising tasks, and managing work packages related to the chemical aspects of the DTIF project. They should possess excellent critical thinking skills and demonstrate the ability to conduct cutting-edge, high-impact research with a high degree of independence. The candidate will also be responsible for writing technical reports and will have experience in the preparation of scientific publications.

The Candidate will be based in the CPRL lab, Discipline of Physiology at the University of Galway, working under the supervision of Prof Leo Quinlan.

Salary: Postdoctoral researcher salary scale €44,346 - €56,764 per annum, (subject to the project’s funding limitations), and pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (Irish Time) on 13th November 2025.  It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date.

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