Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1 in Biological Wastewater Treatment, Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering - 019628

Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1 in Biological Wastewater Treatment, Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering - 019628

UCD - University College Dublin

Dublin, Ireland

€ 46,805 - € 53,391 per year

Position Summary:

This postdoctoral position will play an important role in a European Research Council (ERC) funded project, entitled “Analysis of Biofilm-Solid Interactions Underpinning Wastewater Treatment”. This is a five year research programme and is based in the UCD School of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering.

A key aim of this project is to develop new mechanistic insight in the interaction between biofilms and particulate organic matter. The post-doc will join a dynamic multi-disciplinary research team located in modern facilities with access to state-of-the art technologies.

This is a research focused role, where you will conduct a specified programme of research supported by research training and development under the supervision and direction of a Principal Investigator.

The primary purpose of the role is to further develop your research skills and competences, including the processes of publication in peer-reviewed academic publications, the development of funding proposals, the mentorship of graduate students along with the opportunity to develop your skills in research led teaching.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct a specified programme of research and scholarship under the supervision and direction of your Principal Investigator.
• Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities as required by your Principal Investigator, your School or Institute, or the University.
• Engage in the dissemination of the results of the research in which you are engaged as directed by and with the support of and under the supervision of your Principal Investigator.
• Engage in the wider research and scholarly activities of your research group, School and Institute.
• Mentor and assist, as appropriate and as directed, the research graduate students in your group, School and Institute.
• Carry out administrative work associated with your programme of research.

Selection Criteria:

Selection criteria outline the qualifications, skills, knowledge and/or experience that the successful candidate would need to demonstrate for successful discharge of the responsibilities of the post. Applications will be assessed on the basis of how well candidates satisfy these criteria.

Mandatory:

• PhD in Environmental Engineering or equivalent.
• Expertise in biological wastewater treatment.
• A demonstrated commitment to research and publications.
• An understanding of the operational requirements for a successful research project.
• Evidence of research activity (publications, conference presentations, awards) and future scholarly output (working papers, research proposals, and ability to outline a research project.
• Excellent Communication Skills (Oral, Written , Presentation etc.).
• Excellent Organisational and Administrative skills including a proven ability to work to deadlines.
• Candidates must demonstrate an awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion agenda.

The PD1 position is intended for early stage researchers, either just after completion of a PhD or for someone entering a new area for the first time. If you have already completed your PD1 stage in UCD or will soon complete a PD1, or you are an external applicant whose total Postdoctoral experience, inclusive of the duration of the advertised post, would exceed 4 years, you should not apply and should refer to PD2 posts instead.

Desirable:

• Experience in biofilms.
• Experience in mathematical modelling/simulation of processes.
• Experience in setting own research agenda.