Posted 13 June, 2026
Research Assistant School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology
University College Cork
Cork, Cork, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1776143212
Research Assistant School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology
5 months, Fixed Term, whole-time Post
A vacancy exists for an experienced Research Assistant to work on veterinary vaccine immunology, based in the School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, UCC. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated experienced research assistant to work in our vaccine research team. The research builds on our significant expertise in developing and commercialising novel vaccines and delivery platforms. The scientist will have at least 4 years of expertise in assessing immune responses in vaccinated pigs. The scientist must have strong experience in producing vaccine-loaded dissolvable microneedle patches and assessing humoral immunity that is induced by this vaccine technology. The candidate must also possess excellent communication, planning, organising, team working, practical, problem solving, and record-keeping skills. The scientist must have a proven track record in supporting a vaccine development team focused on vaccine-induced immunity in human and/or large animal pre-clinical models. The salary will be commensurate with experience.
Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.
Project Title Induction of Broad Immune Responses by Non-injected Stable Vaccines
Post Duration: 5 months, whole-time post
For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see https://ore.ucc.ie/ The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process.
Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Prof. Anne Moore, School of Biochemistry & Cell Biology, Tel: + 353 (0) 21 4205424; Email: [email protected]
For further information on the Department: Biochemistry and Cell Biology | University College Cork
University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives.
Appointment may be made on the IUA Salary Scale: €34,129 - €44,311 p.a.
Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy.
We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process.
Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate
Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal https://ore.ucc.ie/ Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to [email protected] quoting the job-title.
Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday 26th June 2026.
No late applications will be accepted.
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector
Contact Person : Anne Moore
Contact Email : [email protected]
Job ID : 097273
Contact Number :
Close Date : 26-Jun-2026 12:00
5 months, Fixed Term, whole-time Post
A vacancy exists for an experienced Research Assistant to work on veterinary vaccine immunology, based in the School of Biochemistry and Cell Biology, UCC. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated experienced research assistant to work in our vaccine research team. The research builds on our significant expertise in developing and commercialising novel vaccines and delivery platforms. The scientist will have at least 4 years of expertise in assessing immune responses in vaccinated pigs. The scientist must have strong experience in producing vaccine-loaded dissolvable microneedle patches and assessing humoral immunity that is induced by this vaccine technology. The candidate must also possess excellent communication, planning, organising, team working, practical, problem solving, and record-keeping skills. The scientist must have a proven track record in supporting a vaccine development team focused on vaccine-induced immunity in human and/or large animal pre-clinical models. The salary will be commensurate with experience.
Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.
Project Title Induction of Broad Immune Responses by Non-injected Stable Vaccines
Post Duration: 5 months, whole-time post
For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see https://ore.ucc.ie/ The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process.
Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Prof. Anne Moore, School of Biochemistry & Cell Biology, Tel: + 353 (0) 21 4205424; Email: [email protected]
For further information on the Department: Biochemistry and Cell Biology | University College Cork
University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives.
Appointment may be made on the IUA Salary Scale: €34,129 - €44,311 p.a.
Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy.
We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process.
Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate
Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal https://ore.ucc.ie/ Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to [email protected] quoting the job-title.
Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday 26th June 2026.
No late applications will be accepted.
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector
Contact Person : Anne Moore
Contact Email : [email protected]
Job ID : 097273
Contact Number :
Close Date : 26-Jun-2026 12:00
