Research Assistant APC Microbiome Ireland

Further Vacancy Details Research Assistant APC Microbiome Ireland 12 Months, Specific Purpose Full-Time Post Position Summary We are currently recruiting for a research assistant in the Microbiota-Brain-Gut Axis Spoke led by Prof. John Cryan, with APC Microbiome Ireland, which addresses the communication between the brain and the gut, and how it can be influenced by the gastrointestinal microbiota. This role will support interventional research investigating the relationship between habitual dietary intake, the gastrointestinal microbiota, and cognitive function in healthy adults. The successful candidate will contribute to multidisciplinary experimental research activities including behavioural phenotyping, biological sample processing, molecular laboratory analyses, and data management. The position is particularly suited to candidates with strong experience in preclinical biomedical research, including rodent handling, dosing procedures, behavioural testing, colony management, and molecular laboratory techniques. Working under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Research Assistant will play a key role in study implementation, experimental data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings while ensuring compliance with Directive 2010/63/EU and S.I. No. 543 of 2012. The role requires excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research environment. Project Title: Research Assistant - Behavioural Pharmacology of Aging Microbiota Gut Brain Axis. Post Duration: 12 Months, Full -Time Post Salary: €33,791 - €43,872 p.a. (IUA Salary Scale) For an information package including further details of the post see https://ore.ucc.ie/ Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Prof John F. Cryan, Professor, Dept Anatomy & Neuroscience and Principal Investigator APC Microbiome Ireland, Tel: + 353 (0) 21 4205426; Email: cryanlab@ucc.ie Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal https://ore.ucc.ie/ Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to recruitment@ucc.ie quoting the job-title and project name. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday 27th of February 2026. Interviews will be held online the week after the closing date for application No late applications will be accepted. 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. UCC is committed to creating and fully embracing an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated.  As a university we strive to create a workplace that reflects the diversity of our student population where people from a wide variety of backgrounds learn from one another, share ideas, and work collaboratively. UCC is committed to being an employer that recognises the value of diversity amongst its staff.  We encourage applicants to consult our policies at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/policies / and initiatives at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/implementation / and we welcome applications from everyone, including those who are underrepresented in the protected characteristics set out in our Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Contact Person : John Cryan Contact Email : cryanlab@ucc.ie Job ID : 094614 Contact Number : Close Date : 27-Feb-2026 12:00 Click on the link(s) below to view documents Filesize Notes Guide for UCC Applicants 926 Guide For External Applicants 1672.6 Candidate Brief 4052 Apply for Job Return to Search