The restructuring events database contains factsheets with data on large-scale restructuring events reported in the principal national media and company websites in each EU Member State. This database was created in 2002.
Professional Services 72 - Scientific research and development 72 - Scientific research and development 72 - Scientific research and development
150 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
26 October 2016
Employment effect (start)
26 October 2016
Foreseen end date
26 October 2019
Description
Genomics Medicine Ireland has announced that it will create 150 high-skilled jobs over the next three years in Dublin, as it sets up a genomic research and development centre in the city. The announcement was made following a €36 million capital investment in the business made by investors such as the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund, ARCH Venture Partners, Polaris Partners and GV (formerly Google Ventures). Genomics Medicine Ireland develops technology that analyses humans' genetic blueprint with the aim of helping improve treatments for diseases.
Sources
26 October 2016: RTE
26 October 2016: Siliconrepublic.com
27 October 2016: Irish Independent
Citation
Eurofound (2016), Genomics Medicine Ireland , Business expansion in Ireland, factsheet number 88998, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/88998.
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