Student Fees Manager 

Professional 6

Registry

Permanent Contract

Dublin City University

Dublin City University (DCU) is a leading innovative European University, proud to be one of the world’s leading Young Universities. DCU is known as Ireland’s University of Impact, with a mission to ‘transform lives and societies’ and focuses on addressing global challenges in collaboration with key national and international partners and stakeholders. 

DCU has over 20,000 students in five faculties spread across three academic campuses in the Glasnevin-Drumcondra area of North Dublin. Thanks to its innovative approach to teaching and learning, the University offers a ‘transformative student experience’ that helps to develop highly sought-after graduates. DCU is currently No. 1 in Ireland for Graduate Employment Rate, and for graduate income (CSO). 

DCU is a research-intensive University and is home to a number of SFI-funded Research Centres. The University participates in a range of European and international research partnerships. DCU is also the leading Irish university in the area of technology transfer as reflected by licensing of intellectual property.

As a ‘People First’ institution, DCU is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion - a University that helps staff and students to thrive. The University is a leader in terms of its work to increase access to education, and is placed in the world’s Top 10 for reducing inequalities in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.

Overview of the Department 

The Registry plays a central role in supporting students throughout their entire journey at DCU. We deliver a wide range of specialised student lifecycle services and lead the implementation of academic policies and regulations. Our core responsibilities include admissions, enrolment, student fees, examinations, and the issuing of official university documents such as transcripts and parchments.

We’re a professional and solutions-focused team, working in an environment where adaptability, collaboration, and service excellence are key. As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we are constantly adopting new and innovative approaches to better serve students, staff, and the wider University community.

Role Profile

We are seeking an experienced and driven Student Fees Manager to lead the operational delivery and development of DCU’s student fees function. This is a key managerial role responsible for leading a team of 8–10 colleagues and ensuring the delivery of efficient, accurate, and student-focused financial services. You will work closely with internal stakeholders across the Registry, Finance Office, and wider University community, ensuring compliance, system effectiveness, and a high-quality student experience.     

Duties and Responsibilities

The key duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not restricted to, the following: 

• Lead, coach, and develop the Student Fees Team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Plan and oversee the annual student fees cycle, including fee generation, collection, refunds, and reconciliations.
• Ensure adherence to financial controls, policies, and audit requirements, including monthly and year-end processes.
• Oversee credit control processes and liaise with third-party collection agencies where appropriate.
• Partner with Registry and Finance teams to support key projects such as student registration, new programme setup, and system enhancements.
• Maintain up-to-date, accurate fee schedules and ensure student-facing communications are timely and clear.
• Use data and systems to track KPIs, generate reports, and drive continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Contribute to strategic projects, digital transformation initiatives, and quality assurance processes within the Registry.
• Work closely with colleagues across academic and professional units to ensure a consistent, student-centred approach to fee-related services.

Qualifications and Experience 

Essential

• Candidates must have a primary degree or equivalent (NFQ Level 7) plus 5 years’ relevant experience in a finance-related role.
• Experience of managing and developing a team.
• Strong systems orientation with advanced Excel skills and experience working with finance/CRM/student information systems.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills.

Desirable

• A recognised accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Experience in the higher education or public sector environment.

Essential Training 

The postholder will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training: Orientation, Health & Safety, Data Protection (GDPR) and all Cyber Security Awareness Training. Other training may need to be undertaken when required. 

Salary Scale:

Professional 6 - €63,073 - €89,850 refer to DCU Payscales for the applicable payscale. 

Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.

Closing date: Sunday, 11th May 2025

Additional Information

Please note this role does not meet criteria for a Critical Skills permit as stipulated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment.

Remote Working Policy

From the 1st of November 2024, DCU will operate its newly agreed Remote Working Policy. Employees may be approved for up to 2 days of remote working per week (or an appropriate pro rata amount for those part time). Any remote working arrangement will be reflective of the predominant on-campus working environment and the core University value of 'Student Focused'. Employees will be based on campus for the majority of their working week to ensure a sustained on campus engagement and experience. The terms of the remote working policy will apply.

For more information on the Registry, please visit: https://www.dcu.ie/registry

Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:

Ms Gillian Barry, Deputy Director, Registry, Dublin City University. 

Phone: + 353 (0)1 7005105

Email: Gillian.Barry@dcu.ie 

Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Research Engineer within UCD School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering We are looking for a CMOS RF/mixed-signal circuit designer to contribute to the development of RF Integrated Circuits (RFICs) for our project on low-power transceivers for 5G applications. This project focuses on designing mm-wave transceivers for the 28GHz/39GHz 5G bands. The goal is to design a low-power and wide-band oscillator and, subsequently, a frequency synthesizer that supports both the 5G bands incorporating aggressive power-scaled Tx/Rx for battery-operated portable devices. Fixed Salary: €55,000 per annum Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience. Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 09 May 2025Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned

Prior to application, further information (including application procedure) should be obtained from the Work at UCD website: https://www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/

With over 18,000 students and 2,000 members of staff, the University of Limerick (UL) is an energetic, research led and enterprising institution with a proud record in innovation and excellence in education, research and scholarship. The dynamic, entrepreneurial and pioneering values which drive UL’s mission and strategy ensure that we capitalise on local, national and international engagement and connectivity. We are renowned for providing an outstanding student experience and conducting leading-edge research. Our commitment is to make a difference by shaping the future through educating and empowering our students. With the River Shannon as a unifying focal point, UL is situated on a superb riverside campus of over 130 hectares. Outstanding recreational, cultural and sporting facilities further enhance the campus’s exceptional learning and research environment.

JOB SYNOPSIS:

To support the delivery of teaching, assessment and research across the School of Medicine programmes.

Applications are invited for the following position:

Faculty of Education & Health Sciences

School of Medicine

Associate Professor A in Medical Education – Specific Purpose Contract

Salary Scale: €89,298 - €117,702 p.a. pro rata

Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies

The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 16th May 2025.

Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties

Please note your application must include: 

A letter of introduction indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.  

A completed online Application Form (separate application forms must be submitted for each post applied for). 

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

The University of Limerick holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to selection on merit welcoming applicants from all sections of the community. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

Pension Abatement 

If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012.

Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position.

With over 18,000 students and 2,000 members of staff, the University of Limerick (UL) is an energetic, research led and enterprising institution with a proud record in innovation and excellence in education, research and scholarship. The dynamic, entrepreneurial and pioneering values which drive UL’s mission and strategy ensure that we capitalise on local, national and international engagement and connectivity. We are renowned for providing an outstanding student experience and conducting leading-edge research. Our commitment is to make a difference by shaping the future through educating and empowering our students. With the River Shannon as a unifying focal point, UL is situated on a superb riverside campus of over 130 hectares. Outstanding recreational, cultural and sporting facilities further enhance the campus’s exceptional learning and research environment.

JOB SYNOPSIS:

The Department of Biological Sciences welcomes applications for the permanent position of Associate Professor B/Associate Professor A (Previously known as Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, respectively) in Food Science. We are looking for an academic with the capacity to build a well-funded research programme of international significance, producing high quality research outputs that will make a tangible impact on societies’ global challenges.  This research programme will complement the teaching of Food Science at MSc and BSc levels at the University of Limerick.

Applications are invited for the following position:

Faculty of Science & Engineering

Department of Biological Sciences

Associate Professor B/Associate Professor A in Food Science

Permanent

Salary Scale: Associate Professor B €63,310 - €101,461 p.a. 

                     Associate Professor A €89,298 - €117,702 p.a.

Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies

The closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday, 28th May 2025.

Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties

Please note your application must include: 

A letter of introduction indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.  

A completed online Application Form (separate application forms must be submitted for each post applied for). 

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

The University of Limerick holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to selection on merit welcoming applicants from all sections of the community. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

Pension Abatement 

If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012.

Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position.

With over 18,000 students and 2,000 members of staff, the University of Limerick (UL) is an energetic, research led and enterprising institution with a proud record in innovation and excellence in education, research and scholarship. The dynamic, entrepreneurial and pioneering values which drive UL’s mission and strategy ensure that we capitalise on local, national and international engagement and connectivity. We are renowned for providing an outstanding student experience and conducting leading-edge research. Our commitment is to make a difference by shaping the future through educating and empowering our students. 

With the River Shannon as a unifying focal point, UL is situated on a superb riverside campus of over 130 hectares. Outstanding recreational, cultural and sporting facilities further enhance the campus’s exceptional learning and research environment.

JOB SYNOPSIS:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day support of undergraduate teaching laboratories in the area of civil engineering and related fields. The successful candidate will have particular skills in the civil and construction engineering field, including but not limited to working with and testing construction materials (concrete, wood, metals etc.) design and manufacture of test rigs, land surveying and soil mechanics. The candidate will support undergraduate Final-Year Project students, Master students, PhD, research and academic staff. They will support undergraduate laboratories, setting up of the laboratories and assisting Teaching Assistant's/Academic Staff.

Applications are invited for the following position:

Faculty of Science & Engineering

School of Engineering

Re-advertisement

Technical Officer/Senior Technical Officer (Civil) - Permanent 

Salary Scale: Technical Officer: €40,828 - €58,608 p.a.

                      Senior Technical Officer: €61,866 - €71,224 p.a. 

The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 23rd May 2025.

Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies

Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties

Are you currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland?

If you are not currently an EEA Citizen and have stated you are currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland. You MUST upload a copy of your current Visa and Work permit in the attachments section application form, or your application will not be processed. 

Please note your current work authorisation status must allow you to fulfil the terms of the contract on offer.

Please note your application must include: 

A letter of introduction.

A completed online Application Form (separate application forms must be submitted for each post applied for)

Please clearly evidence on both your application and letter of introduction, how you meet the essential criteria as outlined on the job description. Please evidence your experience in detail and how your experience meets the requirements in a practical workshop-based setting.

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

The University of Limerick holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to selection on merit welcoming applicants from all sections of the community. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

Pension Abatement 

If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012.

Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position.

The Kittel-Schneider Lab at APC Microbiome Ireland, University College Cork, is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Research Assistant for a 3-year, full-time contract. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a world-leading research centre at the forefront of microbiome science, working under the direction of Professor Sarah Kittel-Schneider, Chair of Psychiatry at UCC and a leading expert in neurodevelopmental and affective disorders.

About the Kittel-Schneider Lab and APC Microbiome Ireland

APC Microbiome Ireland is a global leader in gut microbiome research, with over 300 researchers and a vibrant, interdisciplinary environment. The Kittel-Schneider Lab focuses on the biological mechanisms underlying neurodevelopmental and mood disorders, with a particular emphasis on the gut-brain axis, dietary interventions, and the cellular effects of the microbiome. Our research integrates clinical studies, advanced microbiology, and cellular models to uncover new insights into mental health and disease.

UCC is an accredited research organisation and as such can form hosting agreements with third country nationals (and non-EEA nationals) for the purpose of conducting research in the University.

Project Title: ADAPT Study- Improving ADHD core symptoms and individual quality of life with Dietary APproaches Through Microbiota-Gut-Brain Signalling

Post Duration: 36 Months, Whole-Time Post 

The Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation (CGR) was established in University College Cork (UCC) as a research unit within the Department of Medicine at UCC in September 2010. In addition to research-led clinical project activity, the centre supports interdisciplinary teaching and learning in Gerontology, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care through its Postgraduate Programmes in Older Person Rehabilitation and Dementia.

Our core mission is to promote healthy ageing and to raise the standard of healthcare for older people. Ongoing research is focused on dementia and delirium, Parkinson’s Disease, rehabilitation, advance care planning and palliative care in neurodegeneration, with a strong focus on research that is user-focussed and informs policy and quality improvement in the Health Service. CGR staff and researchers are from a broad range of disciplines and CGR has strong links to many other departments in the School of Medicine, and to other schools in the College of Medicine and Health, particularly Nursing and Clinical Therapies.

The Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation | University College Cork is currently recruiting a Senior Post-Doctoral Researcher or Post-Doctoral Researcher to work on the In-Touch Horizon Europe funded project. This position can be filled at either Senior Post-Doctoral / Post-Doctoral Researcher level, depending on qualification and experience of the successful candidate and to be appointed at the more appropriate grade based on experience.

We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to join an international study evaluating the In-Touch intervention. In-Touch is a person-centred palliative care programme for people with advanced dementia in nursing homes. This ambitious 5-year project is being led by UCC, and the project involves a pan-European cluster randomised controlled trial in 56 nursing homes across 7 European countries. The successful applicant will work within in the Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation, under the direction of the Principal Investigator, Professor Suzanne Timmons.

The successful candidate will contribute to trial design, data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings. Responsibilities include coordinating multi-site data collection in Ireland, conducting qualitative and quantitative research, and preparing publications and presentations of findings. Experience in clinical trials, dementia care, palliative care, or health services research is desirable. More information about the project can be found at the following website https://palliativeprojects.eu/in-touch/

Project Title: In-Touch: Implementation of a person-centered palliative care iNtervention To imprOve comfort, QUality of Life and social engagement of people with advanced dementia in Care Homes

Post Duration: 33 Months 

The School of Engineering is seeking a highly motivated and self-driven Postdoctoral Researcher to lead the development of a bottom-up modelling framework aimed at supporting the decarbonisation of the Irish electrical grid, with a specific focus on the industrial sector. This role involves the integration of high-resolution data on industrial energy demand, technology adoption pathways, and electrification potential into a dynamic modelling platform. The successful candidate will work closely with academic and industry partners to analyse decarbonisation scenarios, assess demand-side flexibility, and evaluate the role of electrified industrial processes in contributing to national climate and energy targets, as well as to future funding proposals to support this ambition.

Applications are invited for the post of a Post-Doctoral Researcher to join MaREI: the Research Ireland Research Centre for Energy, Climate and Marine, at the Environmental Research Institute (ERI) in University College Cork (UCC).  MaREI is seeking a highly motivated and self-driven Postdoctoral Researcher to lead the development of a bottom-up modelling framework aimed at supporting the decarbonisation of the Irish electrical grid, with a specific focus on the industrial sector. This role involves the integration of high-resolution data on industrial energy demand, technology adoption pathways, and electrification potential into a dynamic modelling platform. The successful candidate will work closely with academic and industry partners to analyse decarbonisation scenarios, assess demand-side flexibility, and evaluate the role of electrified industrial processes in contributing to national climate and energy targets, as well as to future funding proposals to support this ambition.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy modelling, industrial energy use, or a related field, along with proficiency in relevant computational tools (e.g., Python, or energy modelling software). Experience with techno-economic analysis and industrial decarbonisation is desirable. This position offers a unique opportunity to inform national energy planning by generating insights that align industrial decarbonisation strategies with grid-level planning, while contributing to Ireland’s transition to a low-carbon energy future

MaREI is a key research centre within UCC’s Environmental Research Institute (ERI), which is an internationally recognised Institute for environmental research dedicated to the understanding and protection of our natural environment and to developing innovative technologies, tools and services to facilitate a transformation to a zero carbon and resource efficient society. The MaREI Centre is a Research Ireland funded research centre headquartered in the ERI and includes 13 other Universities and Third Level Institutes from across Ireland, has 50 industrial partners and has accumulated research funding of approximately €60m. It combines the expertise of a wide range of research groups and industry partners, with the shared mission of solving the main scientific, technical and socio-economic challenges across the climate, energy and marine spaces. MaREI is also funded by SEAI, EI, EPA, ERDF, EU, HEA, Marine Institute, DCCAE and IRC, as well as through contributions from our industry partners.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy modelling, industrial energy use, or a related field, along with proficiency in relevant computational tools (e.g., Python, or energy modelling software). Experience with techno-economic analysis and industrial decarbonisation is desirable. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence national energy planning by generating insights that align industrial decarbonisation strategies with grid-level planning, while contributing to Ireland’s transition to a low-carbon energy future.

Project Title: Industrial Decarbonisation

Post Duration: 6 Months 

With over 18,000 students and 2,000 members of staff, the University of Limerick (UL) is an energetic, research led and enterprising institution with a proud record in innovation and excellence in education, research and scholarship. The dynamic, entrepreneurial and pioneering values which drive UL’s mission and strategy ensure that we capitalise on local, national and international engagement and connectivity. We are renowned for providing outstanding student experience and conducting leading-edge research. Our commitment is to make a difference by shaping the future through educating and empowering our students. With the River Shannon as a unifying focal point, UL is situated on a superb riverside campus of over 130 hectares. Outstanding recreational, cultural and sporting facilities further enhance the campus’s exceptional learning and research environment.

JOB SYNOPSIS:
Graduate and Professional Studies invites applications for the position of Learning Design Lead (LDL) to guide pedagogical direction of flexible professional education and work closely with academic developers providing pedagogical and technical support and training as needed. The role will commence in June 2025 until Dec 2026 and is funded under the Human Capital Initiative. The post-holder will be expected to lead and progress institutional technology-enhanced learning and teaching innovation. The LDL will work with faculty, staff, and students to promote, support, enhance and transform learning utilising digital technologies. Responsibilities will also include project management of teaching and learning initiatives and contributions to policy development, internal and external as appropriate.

Applications are invited for the following position:

Office of the Provost & Deputy President

Graduate & Professional Studies

Learning Design Lead - Specific Purpose Contract 

Salary Scale: €59,830 - €85,064 p.a. pro rata

Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies

The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 9th May 2025.   

Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Are you currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland? 

If you are not currently an EEA Citizen and have stated you are currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland. You MUST upload a copy of your current Visa and Work permit in the attachments section application form, or your application will not be processed. 

Please note your current work authorisation status must allow you to fulfil the terms of the contract on offer.

Please note your application must include: 

A letter of introduction indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description.  

A completed online application form. 

Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

The University of Limerick holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to selection on merit welcoming applicants from all sections of the community. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

Pension Abatement 

If an appointee has previously been employed in the Civil or Public Service and that appointee is entitled to or in receipt of a pension from the Civil or Public Service or where a Civil/Public Service pension comes into payment during the appointee’s re-employment that pension will be subject to abatement in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012.

Please note: In applying for this position you are acknowledging that you understand that the abatement provisions, where relevant, will apply. It is not envisaged that the employing Department/Office/Body will support an application for an abatement waiver in respect of appointments to this position.

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Teaching Fellow in Research Methods and Statistics within UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science. Applications are invited for a part time Teaching Fellow position in the area of Research Methods and Biostatistics in the UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science. The post holder will have a role in delivering introductory research methods and basic statistics modules across the School. The role will encompass lectures, tutorials and/or workshops in undergraduate and graduate programmes in public health, sport science, medicine, and/or physiotherapy subjects, as well as assessment and grading. Teaching Fellows are expected to participate actively in the academic life of the School and make a contribution to School administration. Fixed Salary: €41,284 Per Annum Pro Rata @ 0.5FTE Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on the 8th of May 2025. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned.< #WorkatUCD >

Prior to application, further information (including application procedure) should be obtained from the Work at UCD website: https://www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/