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Research Scientist, Biomolecular & Biomedical Science

Employer
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN (UCD)
Location
Dublin, Leinster (IE)
Salary
£37601.02 - £46987.72 per annum
Closing date
14 Dec 2022

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Academic Discipline
Biological Sciences, Life sciences
Job Type
Research Related, Research Support
Contract Type
Temporary
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

Applications are invited for a Temporary post of a Research Scientist within UCD School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science

University College Dublin is seeking to appoint a Research Scientist in the UCD School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science (SBBS). The School delivers five of the most popular undergraduate degree programmes (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Neuroscience). In addition, the School delivers six taught MSc programmes (Biotechnology, Biotechnology & Business, Biotherapeutics, Biotherapeutics & Business, Toxicology & Regulatory Affairs and Biological & Biomolecular Science).

The School has over 40 Academic staff with highly successful research programmes. UCD was awarded the Athena SWAN Bronze Institutional award in 2017. In recognition of SBBS commitment to advancing the careers of women in science and use of inclusive policies and practices we were awarded an Athena SWAN bronze award in April 2019. The School is now seeing to progress upon this Bronze award.

The successful applicant will assist the School's Athena SWAN self-assessment team by collecting and compiling gender and EDI-related data for the School application as well as assess impact of current policies and actions. They will also provide administrative support to the Chair of the self-assessment team

The role is varied in administrative and research duties and will include liaising with the Athena SWAN self-assessment team, the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion unit in SBBS and the College of Science and other School stakeholders. Research duties will include collating, analysing and assessing school related data.In addition, the candidate will be responsible for developing a framework for future Athena Swan applications. The candidate will be required to undertake other duties as may be requested by the Head of School, that are commensurate with the nature and grade of the post.

Salary Range: 41,612 - 52,000 per annum

Salary offered will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Closing date: 17:00hrs (local Irish time) on 14th December 2022

Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 17:00hrs (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.

Prior to application, further information (including application procedure) should be obtained from the Work at UCD website: https://www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/

Company

UCD is Ireland's most globally engaged university with over 37,000 students drawn from 152 countries, including over 4,500 students based at locations outside of Ireland. 
 
The international standing of UCD has grown in recent years; it is currently ranked within the top 1% of higher education institutions world-wide.
 
As Ireland's largest university, with its great strength and diversity of disciplines, UCD embraces its role to contribute to the flourishing of Ireland through the study of people, society, business, economy, culture, languages and the creative arts, as well as through research and innovation. 
 
Over the last decade UCD researchers have increased their annual number of papers in the international literature by 39% and have authored more than 34,000 papers in total. 56% of the papers were co-authored with researchers from more than 130 countries. These papers are cited by other researchers at a rate that is 73% above the world average.
 
Located within 4km's of Dublin city centre, the Belfield campus is a carefully landscaped, modern campus. Employees can avail of world class facilities and participate in a range of engagement activities.
There is a diverse range of staff at UCD, with employment opportunities frequently presenting themselves in the following areas:

  • Academic
  • Administrative
  • Buildings and Services
  • IT Services
  • Laboratory
  • Library
  • Research
  • Technical 

Imagine yourself in a workplace with a genuine commitment to equality of opportunity for all staff and students. UCD is committed to creating an environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly.
 
Learn more about equality and diversity in UCD, including our new Dignity & Respect Support Service.
 
Visit the Work at UCD page to explore further benefits of working at UCD and to apply for a role.

Company info
Telephone
+(353)17167777
Location
BELFIELD
DUBLIN 4
Ireland

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