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PhD Researcher in Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy sensor Development for quorum sensing
PhD Researcher in Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy sensor Development for quorum sensing
Contract :Full Time/Fixed Term
As one of Europe’s leading ICT institutes, with over 600 people and a capital infrastructure in excess of €250m, Tyndall is now focusing its research in front end precision electrochemical sensor development. We recently won and are coordinating a new EU funded project “UNIVERSWATER: Universal interoperative sustainable agri-water management platform”. The main aim of this project is to develop a real-time, multiplexed, end-to-end, tailored and reliable sensor platform to monitor quality and optimise use of water used for irrigation.
As part of this EU-funded project, applications are invited for a PhD research position within the Precision Electrochemical Nanosensor Group at the Tyndall National Institute – University College Cork. The position is initially for three years with potential for extension pending further funding.
Purpose of the role
The candidate will co-develop new approaches for sensitive detection of Quorum sensing reporters based on Surface Enhanced Raman Scattering methods. The candidate will also investigate the use of electrochemical methods for orthogonal sensing. Work will also focus on developing and applying machine learning and data analysis to optimise the sensor output.
Applications are invited from scientists and engineers who hold a first-class honour undergraduate degree or an master’s degree in chemistry, microbiology, physics, materials science, electrical engineering or a closely related discipline.
Key Responsibilities
The candidate will work in a team environment and under the direction of the Principal Investigator/Project Leader to:
Design, fabricate and test new Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) sensor for detection of targeted analytes
Integrate the developed sensors into a dedicated sensing system
Use Data Science chemometric approaches to analyse spectroscopic data
Liaise with research partners at a technical level
Manage communication with relevant parties
Validate reliability and performance under laboratory conditions
Work efficiently with other team members in the testing development
Carry out administrative work to support the program of research and ensure all project deliverables and milestones are achieved in a timely manner
Participate in Education and Public Engagement activities, as required.
Ensure all activities are compliant with the Tyndall Quality Management system.
Ensure all activities are compliant with the required Health and Safety standards.
Carry out any additional duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.
Essential Criteria
BSc or Master’s degree in chemistry/microbiology/ physics or equivalent
Good knowledge of sensor development and deployment
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a wider team
Ability to critically evaluate the obtained results and present to their peers.
Desirable Criteria
Good laboratory, communication and problem-solving skills.
High levels of initiative, self-management, achievement-orientation, and motivation are encouraged.
Knowledge of Raman based techniques
The successful student will receive training in all research methods required and will work alongside experienced professional researchers within the Precision Electrochemical Nanosensor Group, attend conferences and publish in high impact journals. The research is supported by a suite of equipment and laboratory facilities within the group that are amongst the best in Europe.
The annual stipend is €22,000 pa. In addition, yearly University academic fees will be paid by the Tyndall National Institute.
Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to
Closing date for application is 1pm 18th April 2025
Application Instructions
Postgraduate applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency as per UCC regulations ( ). Certificates should be valid (usually less than 2 years old) and should be uploaded with their application.
Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.
The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process.
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.
At this time, Tyndall National Institute does not require the assistance of recruitment agencies.
Tyndall National Institute at University College, Cork is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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can't remeber much, but wasn't 'pad' usd for home?
Surfie is Australian and New Zealand slang for a young man whose main interest is in surfing, especially when considered as a cult figure.
Ped is American slang for a pedestrian.
Bumface is a British slang term of abuse.
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Professional Development.
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The penis - (PUHD, PooD).
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Sender is American slang for a person who arouses others emotionally.
P.D. is slang for an embarrassing situation.
Pad is slang for a person's residence. Pad is slang for a bed or bedroom.
Roman collar is British slang for an excessive head on a pint of Guiness.
Roman candle is British slang for a parachute jump in which the parachute fails to open. RomanCandle is British slang for a Roman Catholic.Roman Candle is London Cockney rhyming slang for sandal.
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