I seek teaching and research roles in Science harnessing my expertise in molecular lab work, bioinformatics, teaching, and collaborative project leadership in supportive, interdisciplinary teams.
TROpen to opportunities
Tristan Russell
@tristanrussell
Postdoctoral virologist and microbiologist skilled in molecular research, data analysis, and scientific communication.
IrelandWhat I'm looking for
I am a postdoctoral virologist and microbiologist with extensive experience in molecular laboratory techniques, genomic sequencing, and bioinformatics. I have led and contributed to multi-institutional One Health and veterinary research projects, authored peer-reviewed publications, secured competitive funding, and supervised graduate and undergraduate research.
My work spans teaching and outreach—delivering university lectures, supervising theses, and organising public science events—alongside strong data-analysis skills in R and Python and HPC experience. I prioritize rigorous experimental design, clear communication, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to advance surveillance and understanding of emerging viruses.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
UDCurrent
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
University College Dublin
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years)
Led and executed One Health surveillance and research projects across European consortia, developing viral metagenomic workflows and co-authoring peer-reviewed publications to inform surveillance strategies.
UDPostdoctoral Research Fellow
University College Dublin
Jan 2022 - Jan 2024 (2 years)
Conducted vaccine-related research for BoCoVac, implemented sequencing-based analyses, and contributed to collaborative reports and publications supporting agricultural and public health stakeholders.
UD
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
University College Dublin
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)
Led molecular and genomic investigations into COVID-19 outbreaks in meat processing plants, established sequencing pipelines, and produced analyses that informed outbreak prevention measures.
AL
Senior Scientific Officer
Airmid Healthgroup Ltd
Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)
Managed virology laboratory operations, performed diagnostic and research assays, and supported assay development and quality processes to deliver reliable clinical and research results.
GLPerformed DNA sequencing workflows and supported sample processing and data QC to enable downstream analyses within a pharmaceutical research environment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
TOThe TEFL Org
TEFL Qualification (120 hours), Teaching English as a Foreign Language
2021 - 2021
Activities and societies: English language teaching for primary and secondary students, including deaf and non-native speakers.
Completed a 120-hour TEFL qualification to teach English as a foreign language.
UDUniversity College Dublin
Doctor of Philosophy, Microbiology and Bioinformatics
2014 - 2019
Activities and societies: Supervision of students, teaching and research; contributed to peer-reviewed publications and grant-funded projects.
Completed a PhD in Microbiology and Bioinformatics under supervision of Dr Gerald Barry and Prof Denis Shields, focusing on microbial and viral genomics.
ULUniversity of Leeds
Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
2010 - 2014
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology with foundational training in microbiology and laboratory techniques.
HS
Highfields School
A-Levels / GCSEs, Secondary Education
2006 - 2010
Completed secondary education including 3 A-Levels, 2 AS-Levels and 11 GCSEs.
Availability
Open to opportunities
Location
IrelandAuthorized to work in
Spain
United KingdomJob categories
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