*Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Strategy Officer x2 within UCD Strategy & Planning Unit.***The main purpose of the role is to support the Strategy Unit in the implementation of the UCD Strategy to 2030 `Breaking Boundaries' and to play a key support role in the development of UCD's planning processes. 95 Admin Officer I\2010 (0172\X) Salary Scale: €52,292 - €70,784 Per Annum Appointment will be made on scale and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 15 August 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. < #WorkatUCD >

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School/Department:              School of Engineering 

Job Category and Level:       Academic; Assistant Professor

Post Status Tenure Track - This position is Tenure Track position which is 5-years in the first instance, permanency is subject to satisfying the tenure requirements.

The Purpose of the Role 

The School of Engineering seeks to make the Tenure Track appointment of an Assistant Professor in Aviation Emissions and Combustion. The purpose of this post is to deliver world class engineering education and build an internationally significant research programme in non-CO2 aviation emissions and their climate impact, and combustion of future fuels. The successful applicant will deliver taught modules at undergraduate and integrated master’slevels as part of the BAI/BSc/MAI Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering programme and develop new topical modules for the current Zero Carbon Technology programme, which is offered at Postgraduate Master’s, Diploma and Certificate levels. This role is being created with support from Europe’s largest airline, Ryanair, and the appointee will contribute significantly to Trinity’s Sustainable Aviation Research Centre, which has been established through the support of Ryanair.

Context 

Trinity’s School of Engineering is ranked #1 in Ireland (QS Rankings) and is a proud recipient of a Bronze Athena Swan award, attained in 2021. As part of the School's on-going actions in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion, it welcomes all applications that meet the criteria below and particularly those from under-represented groups. The school offers a collegiate and supportive environment to all its staff and works to ensure that all staff and students can perform at their best while putting in place those steps that facilitate a healthy work/life balance. 

The Discipline of Mechanical, Manufacturing & Biomedical Engineering (MMBE) is the largest of three disciplines contributing to teaching and research across the School of Engineering. There is an undergraduate complement of approximately 280 students each year in the School of Engineering. Around 150 of these undergraduates choose degree courses within the MMBE Discipline each year, in addition to 50 postgraduate MSc students and 80 PhD students. The School is particularly active in research with substantial funding being generated from research contracts from Research Ireland (formerly Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) and the Irish Research Council (IRC)), European Research Council (ERC), Enterprise Ireland (EI), European Space Agency (ESA), the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as well as significant industry collaborations. 

The focus for this appointment is to significantly improve understanding of the full climate effects of non-CO₂ emissions from the aviation sector. The Trinity College Dublin is committed to tackling this very significant global challenge by supporting ambitious inter-disciplinary research initiatives and by delivering high quality education for the next generation of engineers and scientists. This appointment aligns with the University’s E3 initiative to address the key challenges of our time by bringing forward balanced solutions for future society, including the need for sustainable air transport. The appointment will complement the Chair of Mechanical Engineering to develop the School’s research and educational capability in the area of aviation related emissions and combustion. The post relates to a number of other strategic appointments within Trinity to address Low Carbon Technologies and also to the launch of the new E3 Learning Foundry building that will provide critical learning spaces for the planned growth of the School of Engineering. 

The initial educational responsibilities of the position are the development and teaching of new modules in engineering science and technologies for sustainable energy and transport. In particular, the Discipline has the need to maintain delivery of existing modules in Low Carbon Transport/Power Technologies and Turbomachinery. The role will include supervision of engineering master’s research projects and undergraduate capstone projects in line with the typical work allocation within the School. The appointee will also contribute to the coordination, accreditation, and leadership of the postgraduate programmes in Zero Carbon Technology. Preference will be given to candidates who already have experience of project supervision and teaching and assessing relevant modules at undergraduate or postgraduate level to a high level of quality. 

This Assistant Professor post is expected to develop an independent programme of research in nonCO2 emissions and combustion. Specifically, the first five years of research are expected to advance the knowledge of the atmospheric impacts of non-CO2 aviation emissions, which is an important emerging area for sustainable aviation and is supported by the university’s strategic partner, Ryanair. This work will be based on winning high quality research funding, building strategic and deep collaborative relationships with international industry partners in the transport and energy technology sectors, mentoring PhD students and early career researchers in scientifically excellent work, educating and influencing public and government and delivering impactful knowledge outputs. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to demonstrate a track record of achievement in some of these areas. This research activity will complement the existing strengths of the School, such as the Sustainable Aviation Research Centre, harness the potential of inter-disciplinary expertise beyond the School, and reinforce Trinity’s international voice in engineering. 

The appointee will also contribute to teaching in other modules at undergraduate and postgraduate level as required to support the wider Discipline of Mechanical, Manufacturing and Biomedical Engineering and will participate in the administration of the Discipline as appropriate. This may include delivery of common engineering courses in 1st and 2nd year that are taught across all Disciplines in the School. 

They will have a PhD in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable discipline closely related to the atmospheric impacts of non-CO2 emissions and combustion of future fuels, and have an excellent post-PhD record that demonstrates the potential to grow an impactful research programme of international excellence.

Person Requirements 

The role-holder will require the following knowledge, skills, and attributes for successful performance in the role. 

Qualifications 

• An undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline [Essential]; 

• A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a discipline closely related to the atmospheric impacts of non-CO2 emissions and combustion of future fuels [Essential].

Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued.

The University Tutor plays an important role in the delivery of many of the University’s academic programmes and is appointed for the primary purpose of contributing to teaching within a clear and established teaching programme by providing tuition and/or demonstrations to groups of, usually undergraduate students, in specific aspects of the programme. The University Tutor assists and supports students to further develop their understanding of key course topics and to draw out key learning points from course materials.

Salary:

University Tutor Salary scale:                                                  €44,605 – €56,780 p.a. (7 points)

Appointments will be made in accordance with public sector pay provisions.

School/Department: School of Nursing & Midwifery 

Job Category and Level: Academic; Associate Professor 

Salary: Appointment will be made on the Senior Lecturer Salary Scale [€91,151 to €117,706 per annum] at a point in line with Government Pay Policy. 

Hours of work: Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. Click here for further information

Associate Professor in Translation, Innovation & Evidence-Based Intellectual Disability Practice 

As an Associate Professor of Translation, Innovation and Evidence-based Intellectual Disability practice you will establish and lead the implementation of a collaborative, inclusive, and translational research agenda across both organisations, enhancing both the School of Nursing and Midwifery and Stewarts Care international reputation for education, research, innovation translation and engagement. You will shape joint working relationships with practice and academic colleagues, building ambitious, interdisciplinary, and translational research that enhances education and research opportunities and places the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Trinity College Dublin and Stewarts Care at the forefront of academic partnerships. Vitally, in addition to having the highest level of academic and Intellectual Disability practice credibility, intellectual standing and research excellence, we need someone with the energy, ambition and enthusiasm to lead the development of research capacity, and innovation and translation, connectivity and culture across both organisations—demonstrating real impact. 

If this sounds like you, or if you have any questions, please do get in touch. We look forward to hearing from you.

Post Specific Requirements 

The Role 

• To establish and lead the development and implementation of a collaborative research and education agenda which will enhance the reputations of both the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Trinity College Dublin (SNM, TCD) and Stewarts Care in research, education, innovation, engagement and evidenced based practice. 

• The appointee will take up the role as Head of Research at Stewarts Care to design, develop and implement a Research Strategy for the organisation that will drive Translation, Innovation and Evidenced Based Intellectual Disability Practice 

• To make an exceptional and sustained academic contribution to research and innovation, teaching and learning in both institutions. 

• To be recognised as an established expert with the highest level of esteem and significant impact to influence the lives, health and wellbeing of people with an intellectual disability across the life span.

Person Requirements 

The role-holder will require the following knowledge, skills and attributes for successful performance in the role. 

Qualifications 

• Excellent academic record and will have completed a Ph.D. (e.g. nursing, social sciences, public health, health services research, or a related field) (Essential). 

• Have an international reputation in Intellectual Disability practice and leadership with evidence of commitment to research that advances the health and wellbeing of people with an intellectual disability and their families, and a supporting research profile including competitive research grants, publications and evidence of recognition within the broader research community (Essential)

Maynooth University is committed to a strategy in which the primary University goals of excellent research and scholarship and outstanding education are interlinked and equally valued. 

We are seeking a Senior Administrative Officer III to lead the University’s Office for Institutional Research & Data Insights.   This Office has a responsibility for the development, administration and analysis of data to support university planning and management activities. This Office post plays a specific role in ensuring the University meets its statutory obligations regarding data to the HEA and other regulatory agencies. 

The Director of the Office for Institutional Research & Data Insights will have responsibility for ensuring the development and implementation of strategies for the collection, management, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of data, to create a dependable and trustworthy source of data on behalf of the University.  In addition, the Director will assist in the development of a culture of data-driven decision making throughout the Univerity. 

The post-holder will work closely with the University’s leadership team. In addition to this, the successful candidate will work in close collaboration with stakeholders across all Faculties, Schools, Departments, professional units and external agencies and bodies.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a 0.6 FTE fixed-term position as a research assistant with  UNESCO Child and Family Research Centre at the University of Galway, Ireland.

This position is funded by Research Ireland and is available from 1st October 2025 to contract end date of 30th June 2026.

The Engaged Research for Policy Impact (ERPI) Study is being carried out by researchers in University of Galway exploring the topic of researcher-policymaker interactions in Ireland, through the micro-level lens of the individual researcher. This is a two-year study, carried out by an interdisciplinary team of researchers and policymakers, has a particular focus on exploring how engaged research approaches impact academic-policy engagement, across different academic disciplines and researcher and civil servant career stages. Three work packages will guide the study: interviews with a diverse cross-section of researchers (WP1), a national survey of research-focused academics in all HEIs (WP2), and policy stakeholder consultations to refine and disseminate findings (WP3). The study is being carried out by researchers at the UNESCO Child and Family Research Centre, based within the Institute for Lifecourse and Society (ILAS).

Salary: Research Assistant salary scale €32,962 - €42,943  per annum, (subject to the project’s funding limitations), and pro rata for shorter and/or part-time contracts.

The default position for all new public sector appointments is the 1st point of the salary scale. This may be reviewed, and consideration afforded to appointment at a higher point on the payscale (subject to the project’s funding limitations), where evidence of prior years’ equivalent experience is accepted in determining placement on the scale above point 1, subject to the maximum of the scale.

(Research Salary Scales - University of Galway) 

Employment permit restrictions apply for this category of post. 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (Irish Time) on Friday 15th August 2025.  It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date. 

*Please review full job description for further details and essential requirement  

We are seeking an excellent academic to join our staff as a Lecturer / Assistant Professor in Hydro-climatology, Resilience & Adaptation. This role is to support the development of a new taught postgraduate portfolio in Hydrology and Climate Adaptation, in line with the Sustainability and Climate Change beacon within the MU Strategic Plan 2023-28.

The person appointed will have a proven record of teaching, research and publication, appropriate to career stage. They will be expected to make a strong contribution to the teaching programme of the Department and undertake teaching duties on the Department’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes as well as the supervision of Masters and PhD students.

RESEARCH FELLOW/SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW IN NEUROSCIENCE

APC Microbiome Ireland (APC) 

Specific Purpose Whole Time Appointment

(anticipated duration 5 years)

The laboratory of Professor John Cryan at APC Microbiome Ireland is seeking an excellent neuroscience researcher to take up a Research Fellow/ Senior Research Fellow appointment. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-impact neuroscience research programme focussed on microbiota-gut-brain axis, neuroimmunology, neuropsychopharmacology, neurogastroenterology, and biological psychiatry. The candidate will drive scientific innovation, and shape the strategic future of interdisciplinary research at APC and University College Cork 

The candidate will lead and coordinate a portfolio of interdisciplinary research and strategic activities within the Gut-brain axis research programme, under the mentorship of Professors John F. Cryan and in collaboration with 14 other PIs in the microbiota-gut-brain axis group. The postholder will play a important role in the planning, delivery, and management of complex research projects spanning neuroscience, behavioural pharmacology, electrophysiology, microbiome science, immunology, neurogastroenterology, and metabolomics. The successful candidate will have access to world-class facilities, a vibrant academic and industry-facing network, and the opportunity to mentor the next generation of researchers while shaping the future direction of microbiome-brain research. Key responsibilities include coordinating scientific and operational activities across multiple teams and partners; managing major project milestones, budgets, and reporting; supporting the acquisition of external funding; ensuring scientific excellence and data integrity; and contributing to dissemination, impact, and policy-related outputs.

The ideal candidate will bring substantial experience in project and team management, a strong research track record in neuroscience and/or microbiota-related fields, and excellent communication and organisational skills. Candidates who have secured substantial independent funding through a recognised competitive process (e.g. HRB, SFI, IRC, Wellcome Trust) are eligible for Senior Research Fellow title and appointment.

For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see www.ucc.ie/hr/vacancies. The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. 

Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Professor John F. Cryan, Dept. Anatomy & Neuroscience and, Vice President of Research & Innovation. Email Address: cryanlab@ucc.ie  Telephone: 021-4205476  on or before the closing date.  

Further information on APC Microbiome Ireland (APC) is available APC Microbiome Ireland - Research Ireland Research Centre - University College Cork - Teagasc

 Salary: €65,237 - €71,085 per annum, Research Fellow IUA Scale/ €79,356 - €85,162 per annum, Senior Research Fellow IUA Scale.

Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. 

School/Department: School of Natural Sciences/Discipline of Botany 

Job Category and Level: Academic; Assistant Professor (Tenure Track)

Post Status Tenure Track - This position is Tenure Track position which is 5-years in the first instance, permanency is subject to satisfying the tenure requirements.

The School of Natural Sciences and the Discipline of Botany seek to appoint a tenure track position of Assistant Professor in Environmental Science at Trinity College Dublin. This is an open search for a candidate with experience in any aspect of environmental science involving plants, algae and/or fungi and their interactions with the environment from the molecular to individual plant scales. Research expertise in plant stress and mechanisms of plant responses to global change are of particular interest, including the study of plant responses to the environment using transcriptomic, epigenomic and/or proteomic techniques. Expertise in plant, fungal and/or algal molecular-level responses to global change such as droughts, floods, temperature, atmospheric composition in agricultural, managed or natural ecosystems is desirable. We are particularly interested in candidates who’s teaching, and research are complimentary to or can strengthen an existing field of expertise within the diverse offerings in the Discipline of Botany within the School of Natural Sciences. Current modules taught in the Discipline include plant molecular biology, restoration ecology and rewilding, palaeobotany and paleoecology, soil science and plant carbon fluxes, global climate modelling with a focus on biosphere nutrient cycles, below ground processes, nature-based solutions and planthuman interactions, plant taxonomy, diversity and systematics, entomology, and chemical ecology, genomics, applied environmental genetics and chemical ecology. Previous teaching experience in at least one of these areas is desirable.

Context 

The School of Natural Sciences is part of the Faculty of Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. The School comprises of the Disciplines of Botany, Geography, Geology and Zoology and is also home to three research centres, the Centre for the Environment, Nature+ and the Climate+ Co-Centre. The School is home to 50 academic staff, 31 professional support staff, 35 research staff and a large postgraduate community. The School manages seven undergraduate and four taught masters degree programmes and contributes to several other programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, catering to more than 850 students collectively. The Discipline of Botany hosts internationally significant living and archival plant collections and collection-based facilities including an active herbarium containing over 400,000 highly valued specimens of plants and algae and the Trinity College Botanic Garden and Irish Threatened Plant Seed Bank, with over 3000 accessions in their living and seed bank collections. The Discipline manages state-of-the-art field (Eddy Covariance Towers), experimental (Variable Atmosphere and Light Laboratory) and analytical laboratories (Molecular, Paleoecology, Soil and Plant-Climate Laboratories) for a wide range of plant and environmental science research and the dedicated off-campus botanic garden is undergoing new glass-house developments and upgrading of facilities. Staff and students also have access to cutting edge microscopy (Tescan TIGER SEM and Tescan Mira II SEM), isotope (CF-IRMS for the analysis of HC-N-O isotopes in organic matter) and elemental (LA-ICP-MS systems) analysis infrastructure within the School of Natural Sciences. The Discipline of Botany and the School of Natural Sciences sit within a collaborative initiative called E3. This is an alignment of three Schools – Natural Sciences, Engineering, and Computer Science and Statistics – to foster multidisciplinary research and teaching with a view to tackling complex global problems.

Person Requirements 

The role-holder will require the following knowledge, skills, and attributes for successful performance in the role: 

Qualifications 

• Excellent academic record and have completed a PhD in Plant Sciences, Molecular Biology, Environmental Science or a relevant area. 

• Academic publications in peer reviewed international journals and/or publications of equal standing of recognised originality and value in the field(s) of botany, ecology, conservation, biodiversity, sustainability, molecular biology, and/or environmental science.

Job Title:                                  FutureNeuro StAR Lecturer

Reporting To:                           Head of Department or nominee 

Location:                                   FutureNeuro Centre, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences (RCSI), Dublin 

School (or department):         Relevant academic dept. in RCSI.

Salary and package: The salary for this position is €73,195 until the post is tenured as permanent academic lectureships (3-5 years). In addition, you will be provided with resources to support an MD student via the School of Postgraduate Studies. There is also a significant career development investment in the form of mentoring and protected research time. The position provides an opportunity to participate in a multi-disciplinary, inter-institutional team based at the FutureNeuro Centre who are focused on working with industry, patient organisations and the health service to transform the lives of patients in Ireland and worldwide. 

Term of office: Tenure track appointment up to 5 years (pending performance review). You will receive a yearly progress review, and at the end of year 3, you may apply for a major review to determine whether the position will be converted to a permanent Lecturer post. The review will be overseen by a committee that is external to your academic department.

Objectives of this post

As part of the ambitious growth and expansion plans for the FutureNeuro Centre, we are seeking an innovative StAR Lecturer to join FutureNeuro, complementing the existing strengths at RCSI. RCSI has set a strategic objective to support up-and-coming research leaders to establish world- leading research teams and contribute to the continued development of teaching and world- class research programmes at RCSI. 

Research excellence aligned to the FutureNeuro Centre, together with leadership potential, is the primary focus of this recruitment. We would particularly welcome applications from individuals working in the following areas:

Developmental Neuropsychiatry: 

Research examining biological, personal and societal risk factors for psychiatric disorders, mental health and recovery. In particular, predictors of outcome, treatment response, including clinical, psychological and biological factors that provide insights into disease mechanisms, have impact on clinical decision-making and prevention of illness and which can inform public mental health policy. 

Neural Engineering and biomaterials: 

Research that uses advanced materials to probe and interpret abnormal neural network function and/or innovative approaches to deliver novel therapeutics that repair and restore damaged tissue that underpins brain disease and degeneration.

Digital Health:

Research developing robust AI/ML solutions to better understand neurological disease, enhance diagnosis, disease monitoring, and patient self-management (including devices, e.g. seizure watches), and drive the innovation of digital devices in  a real world setting. Research on interoperability between large data infrastructures, in a manner that enables secondary use of health data. 

Candidate Profile

We are seeking a candidate with an exceptional track record in research, demonstrated research leadership, a higher degree in a relevant health-related discipline and must come highly recommended by their peers as a candidate of outstanding potential.

The successful candidate must hold a PhD, MD or equivalent in biochemistry, molecular biology, digital health, psychology, psychiatry, epidemiology, neurology or another relevant discipline. Candidates must already have demonstrated scientific excellence with clear evidence of independent research leadership evident by highly impactful publications, fellowships and awards received.

The successful applicant will be expected to obtain significant independent principal investigator-led research funding, such as a European Research Council grant or Wellcome Trust award. In addition, the applicant is expected to publish in leading journals, to supervise PhD/ MD students and to participate in undergraduate student teaching and training.

Specifics of the Post  

The successful applicant will enter the programme with a 5-year fixed term contract and will be linked with a senior academic to provide mentorship. Funding to support a StAR MD student will be provided that may be jointly supervised by their senior academic advisor. All StAR Lecturers will receive considerable evaluation and feedback every year from both their academic advisor and a Research Institute evaluation committee that monitors their progress. At the end of the 3rd year, the StAR Lecturer will be eligible to apply for a major evaluation, and those that have had outstanding performance with regard to quality publications and success in obtaining research income that will ensure independent investigator status may be made permanent. During the non-tenure phase of their contract, StAR Lecturers will also have the opportunity to provide dedicated contact teaching hours in a supportive environment per semester so that they might begin to develop their teaching skills in advance of a permanent position. 

Upon appointment, the StAR Lecturer and their academic mentor will devise a 5-year plan for both research and teaching at RCSI. It is generally expected that in year 1 the StAR Lecturer will have protected time from teaching to establish their research programme at RCSI, with contribution to teaching within their academic department commencing in year 2, as coordinated and approved by their Head of Department. The 5-year plan should also incorporate how the StAR Lecturer will utilise and develop the MD student, dependent on which may be allocated.

The 5-year plan will address the following points:

• The research questions and why they are significant and complement/differ from current state of the art research and competitors worldwide;
• The research project of the MD student;
• Plan for winning leading grants;
• The mechanism by which the academic advisor will assist in achieving success;
• Plan for teaching, commencing in year 2, coordinated and approved by the relevant Head of Department.

The purpose of the career planning exercise is to agree longer term goals (i.e., 5 years) and will be monitored through RCSI’s annual Professional Development Planning (PDP) process