The Centre for Applied Bioscience Research (CABR) is a Research Centre and Technology Gateway that is a collaboration between Munster Technological University and the Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest. The CABR Technology Gateway is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the ERDF Southern, Eastern & Midland Regional Programme 2021-27.
CABR responds to the challenges of biotech, food and life science industries through the sustainable development of viable and cost-effective processes and products from bio-resources. This collaborative and risk management approach improves our client’s competitiveness and competence and facilitates the transfer of these innovative scientific solutions. CABR have significant expertise in biotechnology and cell culture and deliver a range of projects for industry to help them to solve specific R&D challenges. CABR currently has a vacancy for a Research Assistant with high self-motivation and excellent written and verbal communication skills to deliver a range of industry project, predominantly associated with tissue culture and bioassays.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a minimum of an BSc degree in a biological science discipline or related science field.
Requirements:
Essential:
- BSc in a biological science discipline including at least 1 years’ relevant mammalian cell culture experience in academia or industry
- Excellent demonstrated interpersonal skills
- Good organisational skills
- Report writing experience
- Practical experience of data analytics, statistical packages and presentation techniques
Desirable:
- Experience in biotechnology and/or microbiology
- Experience in biological extract preparation
- Experience of delivering industry projects
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work under the direction of the group leader
- Plan and coordinate biotechnology and cell culture studies
- Prepare study reports
- Work with other team members as directed by the group lead
- Contribute to efficient running of the laboratory
Salary: This post is available on a fixed term basis for an initial 6-month period (maternity leave cover). The salary for this position is Point 1: €33,291 to Point 4:€35,413.
Application Procedure: All applications must be made online at www.mtu.ie/vacancies
Location: This post is based at the CABR laboratories in Munster Technological University, Tralee, Co Kerry.
Citizenship Requirement: Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) or to non-EEA nationals with a valid work permit. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, United Kingdom along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply.
It is an offence under the Employment Permits Acts 2003 and 2006 for both an employer and an employee if a non-EEA National is in employment without an appropriate employment permit.
Employment permit holders can only work for the employer named on the permit.
Informal Enquiries: Informal enquiries ONLY by email to Dr. Tim Yeomans, tim.yeomans@mtu.ie
Closing date for applications is 1.00pm Friday, 19th September 2025
Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
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