Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow in Neuroscience

The laboratory of Professor John Cryan at APC Microbiome Ireland is seeking an excellent neuroscience researcher to take up a Research Fellow/ Senior Research Fellow appointment. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-impact neuroscience research programme focussed on microbiota-gut-brain axis, neuroimmunology, neuropsychopharmacology, neurogastroenterology, and biological psychiatry. The candidate will drive scientific innovation, and shape the strategic future of interdisciplinary research at APC and University College Cork

The candidate will lead and coordinate a portfolio of interdisciplinary research and strategic activities within the Gut-brain axis research programme, under the mentorship of Professors John F. Cryan and in collaboration with 14 other PIs in the microbiota-gut-brain axis group. The postholder will play a important role in the planning, delivery, and management of complex research projects spanning neuroscience, behavioural pharmacology, electrophysiology, microbiome science, immunology, neurogastroenterology, and metabolomics. The successful candidate will have access to world-class facilities, a vibrant academic and industry-facing network, and the opportunity to mentor the next generation of researchers while shaping the future direction of microbiome-brain research. Key responsibilities include coordinating scientific and operational activities across multiple teams and partners; managing major project milestones, budgets, and reporting; supporting the acquisition of external funding; ensuring scientific excellence and data integrity; and contributing to dissemination, impact, and policy-related outputs.

The ideal candidate will bring substantial experience in project and team management, a strong research track record in neuroscience and/or microbiota-related fields, and excellent communication and organisational skills. Candidates who have secured substantial independent funding through a recognised competitive process (e.g. HRB, SFI, IRC, Wellcome Trust) are eligible for Senior Research Fellow title and appointment.

For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see www.ucc.ie/hr/vacancies. The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process.

Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Professor John F. Cryan, Dept. Anatomy & Neuroscience and, Vice President of Research & Innovation. Email Address: cryanlab@ucc.ie   Telephone: 021-4205476  on or before the closing date.

Further information on APC Microbiome Ireland (APC) is available APC Microbiome Ireland – Research Ireland Research Centre – University College Cork – Teagasc

Salary: €65,237 – €71,085 per annum, Research Fellow IUA Scale/ €79,356 – €85,162 per annum, Senior Research Fellow IUA Scale.

Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal. Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to recruitment@ucc.ie, quoting the job-title.

Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Tuesday 5th  August 2025.