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Douwe van Sinderen
12 months ago
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Post-Doctoral Researcher – APC Microbiome Ireland (Danone Bifidomics Project) University College Cork in Ireland
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Immunology
Funding
Available
Deadline
Expired
Country
Ireland
University
University College Cork
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About this position
This full-time, fixed-term postdoctoral position at University College Cork is based within APC Microbiome Ireland, a leading research centre focused on microbiome science. The successful candidate will join the Danone Bifidomics project, contributing to research activities involving bacterial cultivation, genome and transcriptome sequencing and analysis, as well as microbiological, biochemical, immunological, and molecular biological techniques. The role is designed for an established researcher with a strong background in molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, or immunology, and with substantial laboratory experience, particularly with bifidobacteria, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications.
APC Microbiome Ireland offers a dynamic and collaborative research environment, supporting innovative projects at the intersection of microbiology and health. The postdoctoral researcher will work closely with Professor Douwe van Sinderen and the APC team, developing and executing experimental protocols, analyzing data, and contributing to the overall success of the project. The position is open to candidates from all backgrounds, including third country nationals and non-EEA nationals, with hosting agreements available for research purposes at UCC.
University College Cork is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups and fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of its student population. The institution provides equal opportunities and supports career development for researchers through frameworks such as the Irish Universities Association Researcher Career Development Framework.
The appointment is for 12 months, with interviews scheduled online the week following the application deadline. Applicants must submit their materials online via the UCC vacancy portal before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday, 21st November 2025. Informal enquiries can be directed to Professor Douwe van Sinderen at [email protected]. For further details, consult the information package available at https://ore.ucc.ie/.
This position does not specify funding details or EU programme support, and appointment is subject to university approval and employment control framework terms. For more information on UCC’s diversity policies and initiatives, visit https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/policies/ and https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/implementation/.
Funding details
Available
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD in molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, immunology, or a closely related discipline. Substantial and relevant experimental/laboratory experience is required, particularly with bifidobacteria, as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications. Excellent English language skills are essential. The position is open to third country nationals and non-EEA nationals, with hosting agreements possible for research purposes at University College Cork.
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Professor at University College Cork
Ireland
Research Interests
Microbiology
Biochemistry
Gut Microbiota
Host-microbiota Interaction
Gut Microbiome
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