Basic Function:
The successful candidate will be employed to work on the DairyMix project. This is an is an ERA-NET funded project with partners from eight partner countries and aims to investigate sustainability of mixed dairy and arable production systems. The role will focus on 1) analysis of farm level data such as calculation of environmental indicators collected on case study farms across project partners, 2) preparation of a manuscript for peer-review and 3) contribution to project meetings, dissemination and reporting. Experience of modelling nitrogen flows at a farm scale would be advantageous.
The successful candidate will organise the daily operations of the project work and will assist the project co-ordinator and PI in collating reports and arranging project meetings. They will take the lead in data analysis and in writing progress reports, presentations and publication of scientific/technical papers.
Background to Teagasc Post-Doctoral Programme:
The Teagasc post-doctoral programme provides training and development opportunities for early career scientists that enhances their experience of learning and equips them with the necessary skills for the next stage of their chosen career in research. Appointees to a Teagasc Post-Doctoral Fellowship will be required to undertake a Level 9 Professional Diploma in Researcher Development delivered by University College Dublin (UCD).
This professional diploma is a flexible, modular programme which embraces a blended learning approach to align with the Post-Doctoral Fellow's role in Teagasc. It is designed to develop competencies and transferable skills in research, professionalism, communication and career development. The majority of the programme is delivered online with the remaining elements delivered in-person at Teagasc locations. This blended approach affords the Post-Doctoral Fellow the opportunity to meet and network with other Teagasc colleagues. During the course of the diploma Post-Doctoral Fellows will have access to a full range of supports including the UCD library, writing centre and careers centre.
This is a research focused training role, the primary purpose of which is to provide early career scientists with the opportunity to develop their research skills and competencies. The PD Fellow will, while working in conjunction with senior research staff, gain insight and experience into a variety of areas including the processes of project and budgetary management, publishing in peer-reviewed academic journals, writing grant applications, and attracting external funding; the development of active collaboration with relevant national and international research communities; the development of communication and presentation skills, leadership and management skills, and overall career development. Modules will be conducted under the supervision and direction of the Dr. Cathal Buckley or other designated manager in conjunction with the Head of Department.
A detailed job specification can be accessed on our website at
www.teagasc.ie/opportunitiesTo apply interested applicants are required to set up their profile on TOPJobs (
https://topjobs-teagasc.thehirelab.com/Account/WizzkiLogin), the Teagasc recruitment portal.
Find out more about our recruitment process on
https://www.teagasc.ie/about/opportunities/the-recruitment-process/ Closing Time/Date: Friday 3rd May 2024 @ 12:00pm
Salary Range: Post Doc (Level 1) with a Salary Scale of €41,081 to €45,322
Duration: 7 Months
Location: Rural Economy and Development Centre, Teagasc, Mellows Campus, Athenry, Co Galway, H65 R718
