PhD Positions in Ireland at One of Six Collaborating Institutions 2024 is open now. The DETCON Detection and Control of Listeria monocytogenes in food production project, funded by DAFM, addresses the challenge of identifying persistent and virulent strains of Listeria monocytogenes, aiming to mitigate health risks and offer innovative solutions for control and detection in food processing environments. The project will recruit six PhD students across six collaborating institutions in Ireland. Listeria monocytogenes poses a significant threat as it can lead to the potentially fatal foodborne infection, listeriosis, with a rising incidence in Europe. Given its widespread presence and resilience, especially in the production of ready-to-eat foods, tackling this issue is crucial for the food industry.
PhD Positions in Ireland at One of Six Collaborating Institutions 2024
Program: PhD Positions
Nationality: International
Coverage: Fully Funded
Host Region: Ireland
Project: DETCON Detection and Control of Listeria monocytogenes in food productionproject
Benefits of PhD Positions in Ireland at One of Six Collaborating Institutions 2024
- The PhD stipend funding amounts to €31,000 per annum.
- It includes a stipend of €25,000 and covers university fees, up to a maximum of €6,000.
- The funding is tenable for a duration of 4 years.
Eligibility Criteria for PhD Positions in Ireland at One of Six Collaborating Institutions 2024
- Minimum of a 1H or 2H1 B.Sc. degree in Microbiology, Food Science, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
- Experience in handling pathogenic microorganisms is advantageous.
- Highly motivated to conduct research on a food-borne bacterial pathogen.
- Willingness to develop scientific skills across various disciplines.
- Openness to undertake research visits to project partners as needed.
- Evidence of English language competency is required.
Required Documents for PhD Positions in Ireland at One of Six Collaborating Institutions 2024
- CV
- Letter of Interest
How to Apply for PhD Positions in Ireland at One of Six Collaborating Institutions 2024
- Interested candidates should submit an electronic copy of their Curriculum Vitae and a letter of interest to the relevant PI.
- Use the provided details for submission (submit one application only).
- Include ‘DETCON PhD Application’ in the subject line of the email.
- The letter of interest should clearly state why you want to pursue a PhD project in this specific area.
- If you have a second preference, indicate it in your application.
Deadline
- Last date to apply for PhD Positions in Ireland at One of Six Collaborating Institutions is 12th February, 2024.
Details of Principal Investigators to Apply for PhD Positions in Ireland at One of Six Collaborating Institutions 2024
- Olivia McAuliffe, Andrew Flaus
Project: Application of bacteriophages in the control of L. monocytogenes
Location: Teagasc Moorepark, Cork
Email Address: [email protected]
- Kaye Burgess, Conor O’Byrne
Project: Application of non-thermal technologies to control L. monocytogenes
Location: Teagasc Ashtown, Dublin
Email Address: [email protected]
- Conor O’Byrne
Project: Phenotypic and genotypic characteristics of virulent and resistant L. monocytogenes strains
Location: University of Galway
Email Address: [email protected]
- Achim Schmalenberger
Project: Growth behaviour of L. monocytogenes in RTE vegetables and identification of antagonistic vegetable bacteria
Location: University of Limerick
Email Address: [email protected]
- Michael Callanan
Project: Growth behaviour of L. monocytogenes in RTE meat and dairy products
Location: Munster Technological University
Email Address: [email protected]
- Cormac Gahan
Project: Development of rapid detection methods for L. monocytogenes
Location: University College Cork
Email Address: [email protected]
