Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellow (MedTrain+ Programme): The University of Galway’s CÚRAM, SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices, invites applications for 50 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships (PFs) under the MedTrain+ Programme. This prestigious fellowship offers experienced researchers the opportunity to advance their careers in medical device research and development over a 36-month period. Positions are available starting from April 2025.
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow (Level 1 & Level 2)
Research Area: Medical Device Development with a focus on Immuno-Engineering, aligned with clinical pillars including cardiovascular-renal-metabolic, neural-musculoskeletal, cancer, and inflammatory disorders.
Location:
- University of Galway
- University College Dublin (UCD)
- The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)
- Trinity College Dublin (TCD)
- University of Limerick (UL)
- Dublin City University (DCU)
- Technological University of the Shannon (TUS)
- University College Cork (UCC)
- National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT)
- Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin)
Eligibility/Qualification:
Level 1:
- Hold a doctoral degree with 0-4 years of postdoctoral research experience or >4 years of full-time equivalent research experience in relevant CÚRAM research areas.
- Must not have resided or carried out their main activity in Ireland for more than 12 months in the three years prior to the submission deadline (21st October 2024).
- At least one research publication as an author in a peer-reviewed journal.
Level 2:
- Hold a doctoral degree with >4 years of postdoctoral research experience or >8 years of full-time equivalent research experience in relevant CÚRAM research areas.
- Must not have resided or carried out their main activity in Ireland for more than 12 months in the three years prior to the submission deadline (21st October 2024).
- At least three senior author research publications, evidence of acquired funding, and evidence of engaging with the scientific community.
Job Description:
The MedTrain+ programme offers a comprehensive career development opportunity for experienced researchers through a three-phase fellowship. Fellows will undertake research at a host organization, a secondment in a non-academic sector, and return to the host organization. The fellowship includes high-level training in research, complementary, and transferable skills, ensuring a robust foundation for a career in academia, industry, or the public sector. Fellows will work on innovative projects in medical device development with a focus on immunoengineering, aligning with one of the specified clinical pillars.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit an online application that includes the following documents:
- Part A: Administrative Proposal (Max 1000 words) + Ethics Self-assessment form (Max 2 Pages)
- Part B: Research Proposal (Max 10 pages)
- Academic CV: Max 5 pages with 3 references
Candidates must develop their Research Proposal in the Immunology area based on the CÚRAM research platforms. The application must be submitted through the online application system available at CÚRAM’s website.
For informal inquiries, please contact the University of Galway programme manager at medtrainplus@Curamdevices.ie, referencing competition ID “University of Galway 112-24.”
Last Date for Apply: 21st October 2024 at 23.59 UTC
Additional Information:
- Remuneration is in line with EC rules for Marie Skłodowska-Curie COFUND grants.
- The University of Galway is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- For more information on moving to Ireland, please visit www.euraxess.ie.
We reserve the right to re-advertise or extend the closing date for this post. The University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.
