We are currently hiring a technician to join the ICBF team based in the ICBF Dairy and Beef Research Centre in Kildare town on a 20 month contract. 

Methane Abatement in Grazing Systems (MAGS) is a cross-jurisdiction, multi-organisational project which will develop, apply and validate a range of the most promising novel technologies (including breeding strategies, feed and manure additives) to mitigate enteric and manure methane in beef and dairy pasture-based production systems.

Agriculture contributes ~37% of Irish GHG emissions. Methane accounts for ~70% of Agri-emissions, predominantly from enteric methane derived from fermentation of feed in the rumen, with manure and slurry methane emissions also making an important, albeit lower, contribution. Ireland has committed to reducing agricultural GHGs by 25% by 2030, including a recommended 10% reduction in Agri-methane emissions. Therefore, strategies to mitigate enteric and manure methane need to be rapidly developed and implemented on farm to comply with these targets. 

As part of the project, you will have specific responsibilities around the following areas:

• Collection of Greenhouse gas data, feed intake data, and microbiome data on cattle.
• Manage the day to day maintenance of Greenfeed Machines.
• Management of a Zero-grazing feed intake trial, including feeding of animals on trial.
• Carry out grass measurements and implement grassland management decisions to ensure that optimum grass growth and animal performance are met during the trial periods.
• Logistics of sample handling and transport of samples.
• To interpret findings and present, where necessary, to stakeholders.
• To assist ICBF in meeting the commitments of our Quality Customer Service and action plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science or related discipline.
• Knowledge of grass-based beef production systems.
• Knowledge of factors that can reduce the climate impact of ruminant production systems.
• Excellent organisation and logistical skills, to ensure smooth collection of data on all animals relevant for the project.
• Ability to work on own initiative and collaboratively with others.
• Aptitude, and where available, demonstrated examples of excellent communication (oral, written, presentation) with an ability to enable effective knowledge and technology transfer.
• Good project management, analytical skills, and report writing.
• Weekend work will be required during the Zero-grazing trial period.

If you are interested in the above position, please submit your cover letter and CV via our online application process by clicking on Apply Now below.

Salary
Competitive

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Closing date for applications is 15^th May 2025

ICBF is an equal opportunities employer

ICBF is the leading provider of information-based genetics services, employing more than 100 employees in Ballincollig, Cork and with more than 25 years history in Ireland. At ICBF, innovation and cutting-edge technology are central to supporting the growing agri-tech industry.

We are currently seeking a Receptionist/Administrator for our office in Ballincollig. In this full time role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.

The main duties will include the following:

• Reception responsibilities and administrative support.
• Maintain a consistent and high quality of customer service when interacting with employees, contractors and visitors.
• General administration duties including correspondence, photocopying, scanning, phone calls etc.
• Assist with transactions e.g. processing Purchase Orders, reconciling invoices and where applicable, weekly banking.
• Maintenance of office supplies inventory and place orders as needed.
• Maintain filing and archive system.
• Booking meetings, events and associated requirements.

Our Candidate Requirements:

• High proficiency in MS Office including Word & Excel.
• Attention to detail is key and a careful and accurate approach is required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a busy office environment.
• Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner.
• Comfortable working in a busy, team based environment.
• Self-motivated, a willingness to participate and add to our friendly and warm culture where employee engagement is key.
• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent time management skills.

If you are interested in the above position, please submit your cover letter and CV via our online application process which can be accessed by clicking ‘Apply Now’ below. 

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ICBF is an equal opportunities employer.

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Why us?

At ICBF, innovation and cutting-edge technology are central to supporting the growing agri-tech industry. Our team provides full stack/full life cycle software development services to industry partners and customers in a Big Data environment.

As a successful Software Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects in an open, supportive, collaborative environment, using a combination of the latest technologies.

Our Technologies:

• Oracle (Oracle Engineered Systems)
• Cloud Technologies – Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
• PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Angular
• API Technologies
• DevOps Tools – Git, Jenkins, Ionic Appflow
• Containerization Technologies – Docker and Kubernetes
• Machine Learning
• Mobile App Development Technologies – Ionic Framework
• Big Data and Bioinformatics

Required Skills and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computing or similar qualification.
• 3+ years’ Software Development experience, preferably with experience in a number of the above technologies, particularly useful is experience in PL/SQL.
• Experience working in an agile environment.
• A team player who is results-driven, self-motivated and customer focused.

About ICBF:

ICBF employs more than 100 employees in Ballincollig, Cork, with more than 25 years history in Ireland. ICBF are past winners of Smart Technology Innovation Award.

If you are interested in the above position, please submit your cover letter and CV via our online application process available on our website www.icbf.com under ‘Careers’ before 1st December 2024.

ICBF is an equal opportunities employer

Salary
Competitive

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