{UAH} Researchers Wanted

Contract Research Officer – Animal Genomic/Proteomic Scientist (Ref:
CRO/GE/0119)(Externally Funded Non Grant-in-Aid)
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Teagasc


Basic Function:
An experienced scientist is required to develop a reliable early
pregnancy in dairy cattle based on novel biomarkers of early pregnancy
secreted in milk within 21 days of AI. The studies will involve the
use of targeted molecular approaches including RT-qPCR (miRNA),
LC-MS/MRM (protein) and UPLC (IgG-glycan) to: i) evaluate the efficacy
of these recently identified putative molecular biomarkers of early
pregnancy in a larger population of dairy cattle; ii) fully
characterise their profiles at earlier time-points during pregnancy;
iii) validate the effects of pregnancy on candidate biomarkers; and
iv) translate validated biomarkers into product development formats
for commercial application and licensing as inline measurement
technologies, during milking, and therefore automated pregnancy
diagnosis. Validation will be carried out by measuring putative early
pregnancy biomarkers in blood and milk samples collected daily between
days 12 through 21 post AI from 300 dairy cows.

The successful applicant will interact and collaborate with a team of
scientists across several Teagasc Research Centres and in University
College Dublin and become part of a dynamic team of post-doctoral
researchers, post-graduate students and research scientists.
Candidates should have a background in proteomics and experience of
relevant techniques such as protein isolation and characterization
techniques, pre-fractionation and immune-depletion techniques, 2-D
electrophoresis, HPLC, mass spectrometry and database search, image
analysis immuno- and ligand blotting and protein ELISA.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop a reliable early pregnancy in dairy cattle based on novel
biomarkers of early pregnancy secreted in milk within 21 days of AI.
• Evaluate the efficacy of these recently identified putative
molecular biomarkers of early pregnancy in a larger population of
dairy cattle.
• Fully characterise their profiles at earlier time-points during pregnancy.
• Validate the effects of pregnancy on candidate biomarkers.
• Translate validated biomarkers into product development formats for
commercial application and licensing as inline measurement
technologies, during milking, and therefore automated pregnancy
diagnosis.
• Develop and maintain active collaborative contacts with other
national and international individuals and research institutes.
• Disseminate the results of original research in peer reviewed
international scientific journals, as well as scientific conferences
and technical and popular press.
• Contribute to the teamwork and team-spirit in the group of Teagasc
scientists in Animal Bioscience.
• Develop and maintain active collaborative contacts with other
Teagasc staff and students working in similar scientific areas.

Person Specification
Essential
• Candidates must have an honours Level 8 degree in a related discipline.

Desirable
• A PhD incorporating significant genomics/proteomics experience in a
related area and or Post-Doctoral experience in a closely related
area.

How to Apply

An application form for this position can be accessed on the Teagasc
Website at www.teagasc.ie/careers

Completed application forms should be TYPED, saved in PDF format and
submitted by email to teagascjobs@clark.ie no later than 12 noon on
Wednesday 23rd January 2019. Applications received after this time
will not be considered.

Please state relevant reference code in all correspondence.

Teagasc is an equal opportunities employer. Canvassing will disqualify.


Basic Function:
The successful candidate will be involved in supporting Teagasc's
co-ordination of the MASTER project and will play a significant role
in the management of this project. The person recruited will have
exceptional writing skills and be a good communicator with a capacity
to organise, manage and prioritise a large workload, often working to
tight deadlines. They will also be required to have an understanding
of microbiome research, intellectual property generation and
protection.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide day to day support to the MASTER co-ordinator and
Teagasc-associated team members.
• Contribute to the overall management of the MASTER project including
associated partners (research organisations and industries), EU
project officers and other stakeholders.
• Assist in the coordination, writing and submission of reports.
• Assist in the dissemination and exploitation of the results of the
research through publication in high impact journals, education and
public engagement and other appropriate routes.
• Work with the post-doctoral scientists on site to generate results.
• Provide traceability in relation to Intellectual Property Protection.
• Develop strategies for optimized method development.
• Assist Teagasc in meeting the commitments of the Quality Customer
Service charter and action plan.
• Actively participate in the annual business planning and Performance
Management Development System (PMDS) processes.

Person Specification

Essential
• Candidates must have an honours Level 8 degree in microbiology or a
related discipline.

Desirable
• A postgraduate degree and/or research experience in microbiology
would be a distinct advantage.
• Full Driving Licence.

How to Apply

An application form for this position can be accessed on the Teagasc
Website at www.teagasc.ie/careers

Completed application forms should be TYPED, saved in PDF format and
submitted by email to teagascjobs@clark.ie no later than 12 noon on
Monday 28th January 2019. Applications received after this time will
not be considered.

Please state relevant reference code in all correspondence.

Teagasc is an equal opportunities employer. As part of Teagasc Gender
and Diversity strategies, Teagasc welcomes a balanced pool of
applicants. Canvassing will disqualify.



Status: Researcher
Location: Cork, IRELAND
Remuneration: Starting from 33387 Euro/year
Advert Published: 9 Jan 2019
Expiry date: 28 Jan 2019
Teagasc Ref. No.:
900619
Academic Jobs EU Ref. No.:
Please quote this number if applying for this job offline. J20874

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