Group Leader - Centre for Chromosome Biology

Pantalent; Ireland; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in Ireland is seeking junior and senior candidates for roles in Chromosome Biology to establish independent research groups with externally-funded fellowships. Successful applicants will receive comprehensive support for their Fellowship applications. This position offers a dynamic research environment and a permanent academic role upon securing funding.

Benefits

Dynamic research environment

Permanent academic position upon funding

Lab and office space provided

Qualifications

• Outstanding track record in research aligned with Centre’s interests.
• Experience in preparing Fellowship applications.

Responsibilities

• Establish an independent research group.
• Secure external funding for research fellowships.

Skills

Research in Chromosome Biology

Experience in securing fellowships

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

The Centre for Chromosome Biology(CCB) at the University of Galway, Ireland is seeking excellent junior and senior candidates to be sponsored for establishing an independent research group with an externally-funded fellowship (e.g. ERC or Wellcome Trust Awards). The CCB is a cluster of groups working in the broad area of Chromosome Biology including cell cycle regulation, DNA repair and replication, gene regulation, chromosome segregation, genome organization and evolution. The CCB is a part of the Institute for Health Discovery & Innovation.

Successful candidates will have an outstanding track record in an area that is broadly aligned with the Centre’s research interests. They will be provided with comprehensive support for the preparation of their Fellowship applications. We strongly encourage female applicants to apply.

What we can offer
• A dynamic and collaborative research environment.
• Candidates who are successful in securing funding will be offered a permanent academic position at the University.
• Successful candidates will be provided with appropriate lab and office space in the Biomedical Sciences Building.

Assessment process
Candidates shortlisted for further consideration will hear from the selection committee within 1 month of the closing date and will be invited for an on-site seminar and interview.

Application
Expressions of interest should be sent to [e-mail] by the 31st of August and should include:
• CV and full publication list. Please highlight three key publications and include a brief description of your contribution to each.
• Outline of your intended research programme (two pages max).
• Names and contact details of two referees

For more information, please visit our website (Centre for Chromosome Biology) or contact individual group leaders in CCB. Preliminary discussions are welcome.