Post-doc Fellow L 1 or 2 in Microbiology Imaging, UCD, temp

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1 or 2 in Microbiology Imaging within UCD School of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering. This postdoctoral position will play an important role in a European Research Council (ERC) funded project. A key aim of this project is to develop new mechanistic insight in the interaction between biofilms and aggregates/particulates. The project relies heavily on advanced microscopy, particularly confocal scanning laser microscopy (CSLM). This is a five year research programme and is based in the UCD School of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering. The appointed post-doc will join a dynamic multi-disciplinary research team located in modern facilities with access to state-of-the art technologies including dedicated CSLM. This is a research focused role, where you will conduct a specified programme of research supported by research training and development under the supervisionand direction of a Principal Investigator. The primary purpose of the role is to further develop your research skills and competences, including the processes of publication in peer-reviewed academic publications, the development of funding proposals, the mentorship of graduate students along with the opportunity to develop your skills in research led teaching. PD1 Salary: €45,847 - €52,339 per annumPD2 Salary: €53,770 - €58,479 per annum Appointment on the above range will be dependent on qualifications and experience Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 06/06/2025. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned. The PD1 position is intended for early stage researchers, either just after completion of a PhD or for someone entering a new area for the first time. If you have already completed your PD1 stage in UCD or will soon complete a PD1, or you are an external applicant whose total Postdoctoral experience, inclusive of the duration of the advertised post, would exceed 4 years, you should not apply and should refer to PD2 posts instead.orThe PD2 post is intended for researchers that have completed PD1. As with the PD1, if you have already completed your PD2 stage in UCD or will soon complete a PD2, or your total Postdoctoral experience, inclusive of the duration of the advertised post, would exceed 6 years, you should not apply and should refer to Research Fellow posts instead.

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