Research Assistant in Biotherapeutics

7 days ago


Limerick, Limerick, Ireland Euraxess Full time

Organisation/Company: University of Limerick

Department: Department of Biological Sciences

Research Field: Pharmacological sciences » Other Chemistry » Biochemistry Technology » Biotechnology

Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions

Country: Ireland

Application Deadline: 27 Mar 2025 - 12:00 (Europe/Dublin)

Type of Contract: Temporary

Job Status: Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme

Reference Number: 074608

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

With over 18,000 students and 2,000 members of staff, the University of Limerick (UL) is an energetic, research-led and enterprising institution with a proud record in innovation and excellence in education, research, and scholarship. We are renowned for providing an outstanding student experience and conducting leading-edge research.

Applications are invited for the following position:

Faculty of Science & Engineering

Department of Biological Sciences

Research Assistant in Biotherapeutics - Specific Purpose Contract

Salary Scale: €32,962 - €42,943 (maximum starting salary €32,962) p.a. pro rata

The closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 27th March 2025.

Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Please note your application must include:

A letter of introduction indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description.

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A bachelor's degree (level 8 NFQ) or master's degree (Level 9 NFQ) in Bioscience, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related field.
  • Experience in microbial cell culture.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Specific Requirements:

  • Experience working in a wet lab.
  • Experience in molecular biology.
  • Experience in enzyme assays.
  • Experience in ordering laboratory supplies.
  • Experience in lab management.
Additional Information

Employees of the University of Limerick receive a variety of benefits including:

  • Employee wellness initiatives.
  • Preferential rates for access to the UL Arena swimming pool and fitness centre.
Selection Process

The University of Limerick is committed to Open, Transparent and Merit-Based Recruitment (OTM-R) of Researchers. The University of Limerick Policy for the Recruitment of Staff is available on the UL Policy Hub.

The University of Limerick uses a three-stage recruitment procedure: screening, shortlisting, and interview.

Screening: Applications are screened to determine if applicants meet the 'Essential Criteria' outlined in the job description.

Shortlisting: The Selection Board reviews applications that passed screening and selects a final shortlist of candidates.

Interview: Candidates on the shortlist will be invited to interview, with at least one week's notice provided.

General Recruitment Timelines:

Applications must be submitted online at www.ul.ie/hrvacancies before 12 noon Irish Standard Time on the advertised closing date.

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