Post by Bernal Institute, University of Limerick

🚨 Call for Expressions of Interest – MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 🚨 The Bernal Institute at the University of Limerick is inviting Expressions of Interest for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowships (MSCA-PF 2026). As a leading hub for advanced materials and structural research, the Bernal Institute’s Bio³ (Pharma, Sciences & Engineering) pillar includes a dynamic Food Science & Technology Team focused on innovative, sustainable, and health-driven food solutions. 🔬 Key Research Areas •Cellular agriculture (microalgal, bacterial ingredients) •Structured lipids as functional ingredients •Health-focused food and lipid innovation •Food safety, hygiene & predictive microbiology •Integrated systems approaches We are seeking high-calibre postdoctoral researchers to co-develop competitive MSCA proposals and conduct research at Bernal for 12–24 months (up to 30 months with industry collaboration). 💡 With a strong track record of successful and highly ranked MSCA proposals, our team provides full support throughout proposal development and submission to the European Commission. 📅 Key Dates EoI Deadline: April 30th, 2026 MSCA-PF Submission Deadline: September 9th, 2026 🎯 Example Research Topics •Scaling Euglena gracilis cultivation for functional food ingredients •Sustainable fats from agri-food side streams via cellular agriculture •Food lipids & bioactivity (CVD & neurodegenerative diseases) •Novel functional foods & nutraceuticals •Downstream processing for value-added food products •AI-driven microbial risk assessment •Biofilm formation on food contact surfaces (Additional topics aligned with candidate expertise are welcome.) 👤 Ideal Candidates •PhD in a relevant field •Strong publication record •Expertise in areas such as: •Chemical & food analysis (GC, HPLC) •Microbiology & bioprocessing •Programming (Python, R) •Materials characterisation (DSC, XRD, NMR) •Microscopy & spectroscopy techniques Must comply with MSCA mobility rules (not resident in Ireland in the past 12 months) 🤝 What We Offer •Collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment •Opportunities for industry secondments •Access to world-class facilities and expertise •Structured support in building a competitive EU proposal 📩 Apply / Learn More Submit your Expression of Interest via the e-form - https://lnkd.in/d2xhqEzT For further details, contact: 📧 [email protected] or [email protected] 🌍 If you're looking to advance your research career in a high-impact, internationally connected environment—this is an excellent opportunity to get involved. #MSCA #Postdoc #ResearchOpportunity #FoodScience #CellularAgriculture #Sustainability #UniversityOfLimerick #BernalInstitute #HorizonEurope