Four Walsh Fellowships (4-year) are available to work on inter-institutional projects between Teagasc (The Irish Agriculture and Food Development Authority) and National University Ireland Maynooth, Trinity College Dublin and University College Dublin. The projects will involve the computational, structural and functional genomics investigation of the genetic basis of traits of economic importance in cattle, including 1. immunity, 2. fertility, 3. muscle growth/development
and 4. milk production.
Ideal candidates should have a science related degree (2.1-1st) in a molecular biological or computational subject, preferably with experience in both disciplines. Candidates should be enthusiastic and willing to work as part of a multidisciplinary team of scientists. Candidates with experience in programming in perl/python/C/C++/java are desired, but students with a strong molecular biology/genetics background and a demonstrable willingness to learn computational approaches/programming are also encouraged to apply.
The stipend is valued at €21,000 per annum (including fees). Those appointed will be primarily based at the Animal Bioscience Centre, Teagasc, Grange, Co. Meath, Ireland.
The Animal Bioscience Centre (ABC) is a major new initiative to expand Teagasc’s capacity for bioscience research within its animal science research programme. For more information see http://www.agresearch.teagasc.ie/animalbioscience/
The closing date for applications is 30th June 2009.
Interested candidates should forward a letter of interest and curriculum vitae including the names and addresses of at least two referees by e-mail to either of the Teagasc contacts below.
Teagasc Contacts:
Dr Chris Creevey, (Animal Bioscience Centre)
chris.creevey@teagasc.ie
Dr David Lynn, (Animal Bioscience Centre)
dlynn@sfu.ca
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