Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Biochemistry in Ireland
Positions in biochemistry in ireland
3 positions foundnewest posted
The open positions in biochemistry in Ireland listed here are at University College Cork.
University College Cork
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Ireland
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5 days ago
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University College Cork is recruiting a Senior Postdoctoral Researcher for the 36-month, fixed-term, part-time project Identification and Functional Characterisation of Regulatory Translons (Reg-Translons) , supported by Research Ireland and starting in January 2027. The research will apply ribosome profiling and related approaches to characterise the regulatory roles of newly discovered human translons. The position is based in the School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology and is particularly sui...
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
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5 days ago
University College Cork
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2 weeks ago
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Postdoctoral Researcher in Biochemistry & Cell Biology at University College Cork for the TRIBeCA project, a 30-month fixed-term research post focused on how dysregulation of the endosomal recycling pathway contributes to glioblastoma invasion and resistance to therapy. The successful candidate will work in a multidisciplinary team to develop and apply advanced 3D human cellular models that mimic glioblastoma infiltration of healthy brain tissue. The project aims to identify novel biomarkers and...
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
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2 weeks ago
University College Cork
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Ireland
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2 weeks ago
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University College Cork is recruiting a Postdoctoral Researcher in Biochemistry & Cell Biology for the TRIBeCA project, a 30-month fixed-term, full-time research post based in Cork, Ireland. The project, Tracking Recycling in Brain Cancer: The TRIBeCA Study , investigates how dysregulation of the endosomal recycling pathway contributes to glioblastoma invasion and resistance to therapy, with the goal of identifying novel biomarkers and therapeutic targets. The successful candidate will work with...
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
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2 weeks ago
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Living costs in Ireland
Estimated costs in Ireland.
MonthlyYearly | Ireland |
|---|---|
 Books & Academic Supplies Textbooks, stationery, and academic materials per year | €460 $500/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | €2.2k $2,400/yr |
 Dining Out & Social Restaurants, cafes, and social dining per year | €2.2k $2,400/yr |
 Transportation Public transport and local travel per year | €883 $960/yr |
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Popular professors
Associate Professor
University of Limerick
Ireland
Research Interests
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Biochemistry
Self-assembly
Protein Chemistry
Crystallization
Professor
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Ireland
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Cancer Biology
Tumor Immunology
Immunohistochemistry
Professor
University College Cork
Ireland
Research Interests
Microbiology
Immunology
Bacteria
Antibacterial Activity
Pathogen Biology
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Professor & Chair
National University of Ireland, Maynooth
Ireland
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Cell Biology
Muscle Biology
Protein Metabolism
Metaproteomics
Assistant Lecturer in Chemistry
Atlantic Technological University
Ireland
Research Interests
Biochemistry
Biochemical Engineering
Glycobiology
Protein Chemistry
Ion Transport
Lecturer
Dublin City University
Ireland
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
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Psychoneuroimmunology
Proteostasis
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Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.