European Commission Marie Curie Transfer of Knowledge Programme
VACANCIES FOR EXPERIENCED RESEARCHERS
Proteomics and functional genomics in diagnostic target development
The National Diagnostics Centre (NDC), National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland is
seeking to recruit experienced scientists (4) to participate in the Marie Curie Transfer of
Knowledge Development project entitled ‘Proteomics and functional genomics in diagnostics
target development’.
The NDC has considerable experience in the development of rapid and sensitive diagnostic
systems for a wide range of applications. The major areas of expertise are in
immunodiagnostics, nucleic acid-based diagnostics, and more fundamental studies on gene
regulation are also carried out at the Centre. The current topics of interest include infectious
diseases, cancer diagnostics and the quality traits of farmed fish species. The NDC has strong
collaborative links with experts in each of these areas.
The aim of this project is to use proteomic and genomic approaches to identify novel protein and
molecular diagnostic markers which will be of commercial interest. Recruited fellows will be
directly involved in carrying out either proteomic or genomic studies in one of the above fields.
They will also be responsible for providing the staff of the host laboratory with state-of-art
knowledge, through participation in seminars, direct involvement in on-going research projects
and training.
Applicants for this position should possess a Ph.D. or at least 4 years relevant post-graduate
experience. Successful candidates will be highly motivated scientists with proven ability to work
independently and as part of a team. A thorough knowledge of one of the following technologies
is essential and a track record of publications demonstrating the application of each is desirable:
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Proteomic techniques, including 2-D gel electrophoresis, SELDI, protein purification,
protein/peptide mass spectrometry (2 posts)
Functional genomics, including practical aspects of microarray design and analysis, and bioinformatics. (2 posts)
To be eligible, applicants must fulfil the criteria for Marie Curie fellows. In particular, Irish
citizens, as well as residents who have resided in Ireland for more than 12 months within the last
three years, are not eligible. Pay and conditions also follow the guidelines of the Marie Curie
scheme. Fluency in English is required.
The starting date for this project is 1st September, 2005.
NUI, Galway is an equal opportunity employer.
Applications (including names of two referees) or requests for further information to:
Dr. Marian Kane, National Diagnostics Centre, NUI,Galway, Galway, Ireland.
Tel.: 353-(0)91-492071, Fax:353-(0)91-586570, (e-mail: marian.kane@nuigalway.ie).