Research Assistant – Climate Resilience and Adaptation in Aquaculture, 1 FTE, School of Engineering, 011605
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time fixed term position as a Research Assistant with Civil Engineering at the University of Galway, Ireland.
This position is funded by Interreg Atlantic Area and is available immediately. The currently available funding will support a 9-month Research Assistant position.
Project Description:
The aim of the project is to strengthen the resilience of Atlantic aquaculture to climate change. The project will evaluate the vulnerability of aquaculture species and environments to changes in temperature, salinity and water quality, ensuring the sustainability of the sector. The project will promote climate adaptation and risk prevention through a development of scalable solutions that boost the environmental and economic sustainability of the aquaculture sector.
Salary: Research Assistant salary scale €33,291 – €43,372 per annum, (subject to the project’s funding limitations), and pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (Irish Time) on 25th February 2026. It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date.
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