Postdoctoral Position in Biochemistry
University College Cork
Ireland
Institution: University College Cork (Schools of Biochemistry & Cell Biology and Pharmacy)
Position Type: Specific Purpose, Full-Time, 18 Months
Salary: €46,306 – €52,863 (IUA PD1 Salary Scale)
Closing Date: 10th December 2025, 12:00 Noon (Irish time)
Interviews: Online, week following closing date
Project Overview
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Horizon-Europe-funded OptiViVax consortium.
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Focus: Developing microneedle skin patches for next-generation P. vivax malaria vaccines.
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Work includes formulation of liposomes, nano-emulsions, lipid nanoparticles, pre-clinical immunogenicity testing, and preparation for GMP technology transfer.
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Emphasis on vaccine stability, scalability, and needle-free delivery.
Candidate Requirements
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PhD in Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
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Expertise in lipid-based emulsions, nanoparticles, or biologics.
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Experience in vaccine or biologic formulation, ideally solid dosage forms.
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Strong practical, problem-solving, record-keeping, and teamwork skills.
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Publication record in relevant fields.
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Experience in a commercial or translational environment is desirable.
Responsibilities
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Design, test, evaluate, and record vaccine formulation methods.
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Identify critical process parameters and develop scalable vaccine processes.
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Conduct pre-clinical immunogenicity studies.
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Collaborate within a multidisciplinary international team of clinicians, immunologists, and parasitologists.
Application Process
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Apply online via: UCC vacancy portal
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Include: CV, cover letter, and relevant documents per portal instructions.
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Informal enquiries: Prof. Anne Moore – anne.moore@ucc.ie, +353 (0)21 4205424
Additional Notes
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UCC emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Appointment dependent on university approval and higher education employment framework.
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Late applications will not be considered.
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