Post-Doctoral Research Fellow Level 1

　　Teagasc

　　Post-Doctoral Research Fellow Level 1 (PD1)

　　HR Reference: PD1/SAR/JC/0119

　　Research Area: Agri-environmental science/engineering, soil science, hydrology

　　Eligibility: PhD in a relevant discipline with up to 3 years’ (max.) relevant experience. The combined total of this contract combined with any other PD1 contracts must not exceed 3 years in total.

　　Project Title: Smart multisensory embedded and secure system for soil nutrient and gaseous emissions monitoring (SARMENTI)

　　Current Project End Date: 31/12/2021

　　Post Duration: The indicative duration of 33 months, but not exceeding the above project end date, subject to contract.

　　A panel may be formed from which future similar vacancies may be filled.

　　Location: Crops, Environment and Land-use Research Centre, Johnstown Castle, Wexford.

　　Reports to: Project Leader and/or other nominated manager as may be identified from time to time.

　　Training Rate: Appointment will be at the minimum point of the Post Doctoral Level 1 (PD1) scale (€37,222).

　　The current PD1 scale is as follows:

　　PD1: €37,222 (min.); €37,757; €39,529 (max.)

　　Increments will be awarded annually* subject to performance and completion of the prescribed training plan.

　　Note: Exceptional circumstances may apply for candidates with current or previous service in the public sector. *Remuneration and the annual cycle for the payment of increments may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government policy.