Postdoctoral Research and Teaching Fellow in Pulp Biology

Postdoctoral Research and Teaching Fellow in Pulp Biology 

DUBLIN DENTAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL 

Contract Type: 

• 1 Year Specified Purpose Contract 

Applications are invited for the following post: 

The Dublin Dental University Hospital is a clinical and educational institution with responsibility for training all members of the dental team. 

It is also recognised as a centre of excellence for research. The advertised position is a dual position incorporating postdoctoral research and teaching duties in the Dental Science undergraduate curriculum. 

The DDUH has a history in pulp biology and endodontic research. One of the main strengths of this research is in the field of epigenetics therapeutics and a postdoctoral scientist position is currently available to continue this ongoing research. In addition to research responsibilities, the candidate will also act as a tutor for undergraduate tutorial sessions during the academic year. 

Each successful candidate must: 

• Have a PhD in applied pulp biology or a related subject
• Be competent in the most commonly used molecular biological techniques (e.g. RT-PCR, cell culture, tissue harvest, histology, protein analysis, high-throughput techniques, etc.)
• Be competent and LAST trained for research on animals (rodents)
• Be competent in scientific writing and oral presentations 
• Be familiar and adept with Microsoft Office 
• Be highly motivated and self-directed 

Candidates will ideally: 

• Have experience of processing high-throughput sequencing data 
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills 
• Have the ability to work in a team 
• Have proven organisational, administrative, analytical and problem-solving skills; be able to identify potential difficulties and formulate solutions 
• Have the ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines 
• Have the ability to work on own initiative, prioritise and manage a number of projects 
• Have prior teaching experience

Salary scale is IUA Scales starting at Post Doctorate Researcher Level 2 - starting at €51,961 (as at 1st October 2023) 

 Informal enquiries can be made by contacting Professor Hal Duncan, Division II, via email in the first instance

 Closing date for applications: Friday 16th of February 2024 

 Shortlisting will take place from TBC, interviews shortly thereafter with a tentative starting date of TBC 2024 

 Offers are subject to standard checks such as Garda Vetting, references and relevant CPD in various HSEl and Training Programmes. 

The Dublin Dental Hospital is an equal opportunities employer. At DDUH, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. DDUH welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war.