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Laboratory Analyst - Phytoplankton

Marine Institute

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Posted on Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Organisation Description:

The Marine Institute is the national agency responsible for marine research, technology, development and innovation (RTDI). The Marine Institute seeks to assess and realise the economic potential of Ireland’s 220-million-acre marine resource; promote the sustainable development of marine industry through strategic funding programmes and scientific services; and safeguard the marine environment through research and environmental monitoring. The Institute works in conjunction with the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine (DAFM) and a network of other Government Departments, semi-state agencies, national and international marine partners.

Summary of the Role:

The Phytoplankton Laboratory Analyst will work as part of the Shellfish Safety Unit Team. This team is responsible for a wide range of monitoring and analytical services to clients including the Government, Food Safety Authority of Ireland, the Shellfish Industry and the EU. The Phytoplankton Laboratory Analyst will primarily be responsible for undertaking analysis of phytoplankton samples. The analysis involves using light microscopy for the identification and enumeration of the full community of species in marine water samples from shellfish production areas, as part of the National Monitoring of Biotoxin in shellfish Programme.

This role will be based in Castletownbere, Co.Cork with an initial 3-6 month training period required at Marine Institute Headquarters in Oranmore, Co.Galway

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Educational and Professional Requirements:

A minimum of a third level Certificate in a relevant scientific subject.
Demonstrated relevant work experience in a laboratory environment.
Knowledge of phytoplankton taxonomy and ecology.
Knowledge of using microscopes for identification
Knowledge of instrument calibration and instrument troubleshooting.
Experience in the use of standard office software packages.
Willingness and ability to work at sea on board research vessels and field sampling visits as required.
The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Proven scientific and technical report writing skills.
The ability to manage time effectively and work to deadlines.
Demonstrated understanding of the requirements of an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory environment
A full driving licence.

Duration of Contract:

This temporary specific purpose contract of employment will be for a 4-year period up to the 14th April 2028. The successful candidate will be on probation for the first six months of this contract.

How to Apply:

A C.V. and letter of application, summarising experience and skill set applicable to the position should be emailed to recruitment@marine.ie or posted to Human Resources at the Marine Institute, Rinville, Oranmore, Galway. All correspondence for this post should quote reference MEFS/LA/PHYTO/CTB/APR24

Closing date for Applications:

All applications for this post should be received by the Marine Institute in advance of 12 noon on the 23rd of April 2024. Unfortunately, late applications cannot be accepted.

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