Research Assistant in Environmental Sciences
University College Cork
Ireland
Institution: University College Cork (UCC), Ireland
Faculty/Department: School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences & Environmental Research Institute
Location: Irish Midlands, Ireland
Position type: Specific Purpose Whole-Time Post
Duration: 32 months
Hours: Full-time
Salary: €33,291 – €43,372 per annum (IUA Salary Scale)
Application deadline: 23 January 2026, 12:00 (Irish Local Time)
Contact: Prof. Marcel Jansen – m.jansen@ucc.ie | +353 21 4205061
Project Summary
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Part of the Just Transition project: “Demonstrating high value commercial bio-products at a circular IMTA site (CIRC_IMTA_DEMO)”
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Focused on peatland-based integrated multitrophic aquaculture (IMTA) fish-farm in the Irish midlands
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Main goals:
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Optimise outdoor duckweed cultivation on wastewater from aquaculture
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Develop training and stakeholder engagement programs
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Explore duckweed biomass as a sustainable plant protein source
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Candidate Profile / Requirements
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Degree in biology, environmental sciences, or related field
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Independent, creative, and self-motivated researcher
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Excellent networking and communication skills
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Technical skills relevant to aquaculture and plant cultivation
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Valid driving licence and own transport required
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Willingness to work in the Irish midlands
Responsibilities
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Optimise duckweed cultivation in outdoor aquaculture setups
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Design and execute stakeholder engagement and training programs
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Collaborate in an interdisciplinary team working on bioeconomy solutions
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Maintain high standards of data collection and reporting
Application Process
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Applications must be submitted online via UCC vacancy portal: https://ore.ucc.ie/
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Queries about the application process: recruitment@ucc.ie (quote job title and project name)
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Informal enquiries: Prof. Marcel Jansen – m.jansen@ucc.ie
UCC Diversity Statement:
UCC is an equal opportunities employer, committed to inclusive recruitment and diversity. Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups.
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