Research Assistant, Department of Medicine (Part-time Post)

College of Medicine and Health

The Molecular Virology Diagnostic and Research Laboratory is a University-based unit located within the Department of Medicine, University College Cork at Cork University Hospital. The laboratory is currently expanding the range of viruses which are examined both from a diagnostic and research perspective. A position as a Research Assistant is available for one year. A suitable candidate will be either a Medical Laboratory Scientist with experience in Molecular Biology or a M.Sc with experience in Molecular Biology. Specific experience in real time (RT)-PCR, gel electrophoresis and the handling of potentially infectious material would be an advantage. The successful candidate will be expected to become familiar with a range of diagnostic tests for a range of viruses. On site training will be provided. This is a University appointment of one year’s duration. The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of completion of a Hepatitis B vaccination program.

Qualifications:

• Medical Laboratory Scientist with experience in Molecular Biology,  or
• M.Sc with experience in Molecular Biology.

Interested candidates are asked to send a CV and the names of 3 referees with appropriate contact details to mvdl@ucc.ie. Please reference email by placing the following reference code in the subject of the email: MVDL-2007-004A

Closing date for applications is 14^th November 2007

Salary, terms and conditions available upon request at mvdl@ucc.ie

Those candidates considered suitable for the post will be required to attend for interview. Only these latter individuals will be informed by 5pm GMT Tuesday 20^th November 2007 by email.