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Research Centre School of Chemical Sciences / National Centre for Sensor
Research (NCSR)
Post title Postdoctoral Researcher in Bioelectrochemistry/ Electrochemistry
of Lipid Membranes
Level on Framework Level 1
Post duration Fixed Term Contract up to 2 years
Research Career Framework
As part of this role the researcher will be required to participate in the DCU Research Career
Framework http://dcu.ie/hr/ResearchersFramework/index.shtml This framework is designed to
provide significant professional development opportunities to Researchers and offer the best
opportunities in terms of a wider career path.
Overview
The National Centre for Sensor Research (NCSR) is is a large, multidisciplinary research unit
based in state-of-the-art facilities situated on the campus of Dublin City University. Arising from
success in recent proposals we are now seeking application for the following research position in
DCU.
Background and Role
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic scientist with experience in electrochemistry of
biological particularly lipid membrane films to work as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team on
an ambitious project focused on development of novel cell membrane models for drug discovery
applications. The role is focussed on developing microporous lipid bilayer array platforms and
forms part of a project funded through Science Foundation Ireland’s Investigator Programme.
This programme is aimed at using these platforms for drug discovery and for elucidating lipid–
drug and membrane-protein-drug interactions.
The candidate must have track record in bioelectrochemistry particularly in impedance
spectroscopy of bio-interfacial films. Experience in preparing and studying lipid membrane
models such as GUVs and SLBs and/or use of biomembrane mimetic systems (GUVs adhesion
on modified substrates, Langmuir-Blodgett, Langmuir-Schaefer, dipping) would be an advantage
as would experience in fluorescence or Raman microscopy.
The duration of this role will be up to 2 years, with potential to be extended for an
additional 1 year subject to project requirements and funding availability.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to his/her Principal Investigator the Postdoctoral Researcher will:
Conduct, with a very high degree of technical competence a specified programme of
research and scholarship under the supervision and direction of the Principal Investigator
Disseminate the outcomes of the research in which he/she is engaged including publishing in
high quality peer reviewed journals of international standing.
Support the PI and research group in the design and development and implementation of the
broader research programme.
Support if required, the development of proposals for research funding.
Take responsibility as requested for day-to-day advice and support of graduate research
students associated with your research group.
Mentor, assist and train as appropriate and as directed, the research graduate students and
more junior postdoctoral fellows within the group.
Contribute to reporting, site visit preparation and other administrative management work
associated with your programme of research and the research group
Contribute to teaching and outreach activities of the group.
Liaise with stakeholders such as industry and collaborators.
Engage in appropriate training and development opportunities as required by the Principal
Investigator, the School or Research Centre, or the University
Carry out administrative work associated with the programme of research as necessary
Minimum Criteria
The candidate should have a PhD in chemistry, physics or biochemistry, with experience in
electrochemistry of biointerfaces, in particular electrochemical impedance spectroscopy.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in electrochemical methods applied to
lipid membrane models. Experience in fluorescence microscopy methods is also highly
desirable.
The candidate should be capable of working independently with a high degree of technical
competence whilst also being a team player, he/she must demonstrate initiative, be hard
working, versatile and productive. S/he should have good communication and organisational
skills.
Salary: *€37,750 - €46,255
* Appointments will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, and will be made
on the appropriate point of the salary scales, in line with current Government pay policy
Closing date: 15 February 2017
Candidates will be assessed on the following competencies:
Discipline knowledge and Research skills – Demonstrates knowledge of a research
discipline and the ability to conduct a specific programme of research within that discipline.
Understanding the Research Environment – Demonstrates an awareness of the research
environment (for example funding bodies) and the ability to contribute to grant applications.
Communicating Research – Demonstrates the ability to communicate their research with their
peers and the wider research community (for example presenting at conferences and
publishing research in relevant journals) and the potential to teach and tutor students
Managing & Leadership skills - Demonstrates the potential to manage a research project
including the supervision of undergraduate students.
Informal enquiries to:
Professor Tia Keyes, School of Chemical Sciences, DCU, Dublin 9, Ireland
E-mail: tia.keys@dcu.ie Phone: +353 (0)1 7005298
Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.
Application Procedure
To apply for this role, applications should include a CV and covering letter and be submitted
with the application form to the Human Resources Department as outlined below.
Application forms are available from the DCU Current Vacancies (open Competitions) website
at http://dcu.ie/hr/vacancies/current.shtml and also from the Human Resources Department,
Dublin City University, Dublin 9. Tel: +353 (0) 1 7005149.
Please clearly state the role that you are applying for in your application and email
subject line: Job Ref 446 Postdoctoral Researcher in Bioelectrochemistry/
Electrochemistry of Lipid Membranes
Applications should be submitted by email to hr.applications@dcu.ie or by Fax: +353 (0)1
7005500 or by post to the Human Resources Department, Dublin City University, Dublin
9.Human Resources Department, Dublin City University, Dublin 9. Tel: +353 1 700 5149; Fax:
+353 1 700 5500 Email: hr.applications@dcu.ie
Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer
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