Postdoctoral Researcher in Biological Evaluation of Self-assembling Peptides
Centre for Research in Medical Devices (CÚRAM)
Ref. No: NUIG 102-15
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time fixed term position for a
two year period, subject to an initial one year probationary period as a Postdoctoral Researcher
with CÚRAM at the National University of Ireland, Galway. The project represents a Science
Foundation Ireland facilitated collaboration between NUI Galway with an industrial partner.
Organisation: CÚRAM is a partnership of scientists, engineers and clinicians, who all share a
common vision of developing the next generation of medical devices in order to provide solutions
for current clinical needs. The University provides a research-friendly social and cultural
environment. Galway is also one of the key cities in Europe with a significant presence of the
medical device industry sector. For more information on CÚRAM please refer to
http://www.curamdevices.ie/
Job Description:
The position is designed for the research and development of a self-assembling peptide
technology platform for a range of clinical products including hemostatic agents and sealants.
Duties and Responsibilities:
 Perform extensive in vitro experimentation with self-assembling peptides; elucidate
molecular mechanisms of biomaterial constructs;
 Develop in vitro assays to assess the performance and characterization of self-assembling
peptides;
 Support in vivo evaluation of the optimised device product pre-clinical models of
haemostasis, wound healing and sealants; co-ordinate and manage project in an
independent manner;
 Keep detailed records of project work per established quality system; contribute to
experimental prototype testing to develop patentable processes; work closely with other
post-doctoral scientists at CÚRAM and associated institutes within and outside NUI
Galway, and guide and train doctoral candidates.
Essential Criteria
 A PhD degree in a biomedical field is required.
 Track record in a research and development environment.
 Candidates must be highly motivated and passionate about developing new products and
have strong documentation, oral and interpersonal skills.
 Expertise in as many of the following areas as possible: inflammation, wound healing,
molecular biology, cell biology, matrix biology, in vitro and in vivo assays, protein analysis,
histology, immunohistochemistry and stereology.
Desirable Criteria:
 Medical device experience is highly desirable.
 Previous experience in pre-clinical models is highly preferred.
 Publications in high impact factor journals and active participation in international
conferences and meetings is desirable. Candidates who have worked in the area of
inflammation and/or wound healing are encouraged to apply.
Salary: €37,750 – €42,394 per annum (Public sector pay policy in relation to new entrants will
apply)
Start date: 1st October 2015
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For informal enquiries about this post please contact Prof Abhay Pandit on
(abhay.pandit@nuigalway.ie).
To Apply: Applications to include a covering letter, CV, and the contact details of three referees
should be sent, via e-mail (in word or PDF only) to Ms Tara Cosgrave (curam@nuigalway.ie).
Please put reference number NUIG 102-15 in subject line of e-mail application.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00 pm on Friday 4th September 2015
National University of Ireland, Galway is an equal opportunities employer.