Position Overview

Decades of research have demonstrated that autobiographical memory is highly malleable: simple conversation can reshape memories or even plant entirely false memories of events that never happened. This can have devastating consequences, particularly in legal settings. This malleability is a seemingly universal feature of the human condition. Despite this, false memories are generally regarded as – at best – a side effect of a flexible memory system. The ERC-funded FRAME project (Functional, Reliable & Adaptive Memory Errors) explores a different possibility: that the construction of false memories is functional and adaptive in and of itself. FRAME is founded on the idea that memory did not evolve to act as a recording device. In many situations, there may be a functional and adaptive tendency to sacrifice accuracy in favour of another outcome, such as improved wellbeing or social cohesion. The FRAME project will use experimental, quantitative methods to develop a new model of false memories that accounts for potential downstream benefits of memory distortion.

We are seeking two enthusiastic researchers to join the FRAME team to conduct research on two distinct and well-defined lines of enquiry:

Project 1: Wellbeing & false memories

It is well established that autobiographical memory exhibits a positivity bias and that happiness is an adaptive state and a significant predictor of longevity. Individuals have been shown to misremember events in a self-enhancing way, recalling receiving everything from better grades to lower cholesterol test results than they really did. There is some cross-sectional evidence that misremembering may be associated with happiness, but these studies are all correlational and only assess relatively minor memory distortions, not the formation of entirely false memories. This project will investigate whether false memories are causally related to wellbeing (e.g. whether inducing false memories can improve wellbeing and whether correcting naturally occurring false memories reduces wellbeing). This project will require a particular interest in human research ethics and experimental design, as well as individual differences.

Project 2: Social cohesion & false memories

There may be no greater adaptive consideration for human beings than the demands of living in larger, more cooperative societies that are distinct from any of our ancestors or primate relations. Therefore, natural selection likely favoured genes that encouraged more pro-social motives and behaviours, as social integration improved survival. This project will explore causal evidence that memory malleability can improve social relationships, increase empathy, and preserve social identity (e.g. assessing whether co-witness “contamination” in a standard eyewitness paradigm can lead to enhanced social cohesion amongst witnesses). This project would benefit from a creative researcher who is interested in designing novel false memory paradigms to assess social dynamics in innovative, ethical ways. 

Naturally, both projects will require close attention to ethical considerations and will contain work packages specifically related to ethics meta-science (e.g. investigating participant experiences in these studies, effectiveness of debriefing methods, etc.).

Salary: €25,000 per annum with additional travel and research costs provided, as well as EU student fees. 

Research Team & Environment

These positions are part of the European Research Council (ERC) funded research project FRAME: Functional, Reliable & Adaptive Memory Errors. The PI and lead supervisor is Professor Gillian Murphy, who leads the Everyday Cognition Lab at the School of Applied Psychology, UCC. The co-supervisors will be Professor Samantha Dockray (wellbeing project) and Dr Elizabeth Schneider (social cohesion project). The broader FRAME group includes post-doctoral researchers and a research support officer. 

The School of Applied Psychology is a dynamic, research-active School. There is a strong, supportive community of PhD researchers in the School, with a dedicated shared office space. This 4-year structured PhD will allow candidates to take modules of their choice from across the university, as well as opportunities to gain experience in other areas beyond their research project (e.g. teaching, community engagement, etc.). 

Key Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities of the successful PhD candidates will include:

• Performing research with responsibility and integrity.
• Providing weekly updates to the research team.
• Presenting research findings at key international conferences and publishing in high-impact journals.
• Completing required PhD coursework, participating in group meetings and contributing to the general activities of the research group.
• Participating in Education and Public Engagement activities, as required.
• To carry out any additional duties that may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.

Start date: October 2026 preferred. 

Eligibility criteria

Essential:

• A minimum qualification of a 2.1 honours BA/BSc or MA/MSc in psychology. 
• Knowledge and experience in cognitive psychology, experimental design, and statistical analysis.
• Candidates should be highly self-motivated, able to demonstrate initiative and have a desire to learn, and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary research team.
• The successful candidates will be highly analytical and motivated with good interpersonal and organisational skills and will be self-managed and achievement oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English suitable for conducting research, presentations, and publications.

Applications are invited for an appointment as ENLIGHT Engagement Coordinator, Grade 3, 0.6 FTE, in the Office of the Vice President International at University of Galway.   

This post is being offered as a specific purpose contract and will terminate by reason of the expiry of its specific purpose.  It is anticipated that the duration of this assignment will be circa 18 months. 

Information on the University's Strategic Plan is available at:  Strategy | Straitéis 2025-30 - University of Galway 

For informal enquiries, please contact aishling.hanrahan@universityofgalway.ie  

Salary: €43,274 - €59,995 per annum pro rata for part time/short term roles (applicable to new entrants effective from January, 2011) and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the University’s Remuneration policy.

This appointment will be made on the Grade 3 pay scale in line with current Government pay policy.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00pm (Irish Time) on Tuesday 7th April 2026. It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date.

Garda vetting may apply. 

Appointments will be conditional on work authorisation validation. Further details are available at www.dbei.ie

For more information and Application Form please see Jobs - University of Galway. Applications should be submitted online. Please see further information on how to apply here: E-Recruit - University of Galway and Guidelines for On-line Applications (universityofgalway.ie)

Please note that appointments to posts advertised will be dependent upon University approval, together with the terms of the Employment Control Framework for the higher education sector.

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

School/Department:            School of English 

Job Category and Level:     Academic; Assistant Professor (5-Year Fixed Term Tenure Track)

Closing Date:                        12 Noon (Irish Standard Time), 03 April 2026

The Purpose of the Role 

The School seeks a scholar with a PhD and a strong research background in any area of the literature of the Long 18th-century.

Context 

The School of English at Trinity is one of the oldest in Britain or Ireland, and in 1867 it founded the first ever Chair in English Literature on this island. The School continues to be a leader in the discipline. It was ranked 7th in Europe in QS World University Subject Rankings 2024, is now ranked 27th in the world (QS 2025). 

This is a major research and teaching area for the School. In addition to teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate degree levels, the successful candidate will be expected to have a strong publication record for their career stage and to contribute to the School’s culture of postgraduate research and supervision in this area. Duties will also include undertaking administrative roles as directed by the Head of School.

Qualifications 

• Excellent academic record and a strong research background. 

• A PhD in any area of the literature of the Long 18th-century

Applications are invited for the following position:

Title of Post: Full Professor in Digital Manufacturing Engineering

JOB SYNOPSIS

If you are seeking an academic career in an inspiring and cohesive Engineering School that delivers excellent research, teaching, and impact, then the new permanent Full Professor in Digital Manufacturing Engineering position in the School of Engineering at the University of Limerick should be of interest to you. The School of Engineering's research profile is characterised by its expertise in the engineering domains of materials, composites, energy, thermal management, mechanobiology, biomedical devices, robotics and digital manufacturing amongst others. Our research leadership is strongly reflected in the track record of successfully securing competitive research funding, notably in Horizon Europe, the ERC programme as well as industrial collaboration through nationally funded centres like SSPC and DPTC. The school is closely linked with the Bernal Institute. Whilst all research areas relating to Digital Manufacturing are welcome, of particular interest are those that strategically align with the activities of the Bernal Institute.  The school has a strong focus on excellent engineering, science research and education. Our school offers accredited (by Engineers Ireland and the Washington Accord) undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across a range of engineering disciplines including Aeronautical, Biomedical, Civil, Design & Manufacture, Digital Mechatronics, and Mechanical, in addition to programmes in Construction Management and Engineering and Technology Management. The school offers postgraduate research programmes (MSc and PhD) in a variety of disciplines, including Thermofluids, Industrial Automation and Manufacturing, Composites, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Fluid Dynamics, Aerospace Engineering, and others. The School of Engineering has over 1700 students. It delivers various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and supervises approximately 120 Doctoral students. The School of Engineering is a leader in internationalisation, reflected in the high rate of international staff members and the number of international students. Additionally, the School has applied for a Silver Athena Swan award in 2026 and currently holds a Bronze Award. Applicants should have experience conducting high-quality research, as demonstrated by published articles in international Q1 ISI-ranked journals and a pipeline of competitive funding for research. Evidence of high-impact publications and awareness of the potential impact of the publications beyond academia is expected. The successful candidate is expected to: teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels on accredited engineering programmes, supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research, undertake administrative tasks associated with an academic position and undertake excellent research.

Faculty of Science & Engineering

School of Engineering

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Scale: €145,741 - €184,250 p.a.

University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.

Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:

Professor David Newport

Head

School of Engineering

University of Limerick

Email: david.newport@ul.ie

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for a full-time, fixed term position as a Post-doctoral Researcher/Research Associate with the Centre for Entrepreneurial Growth and Scaling (CEGS) at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics at the University of Galway, Ireland.  

This position is available from 1st September 2026, or earlier if the candidate is available. It is a fixed-term position for two years.  

The successful candidate will lead a project entitled - Does patient capital enable business scaling? If so, how can it be unlocked? The post is affiliated with the Centre for Entrepreneurial Growth and Scaling (CEGS) at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics.  

University of Galway  

University of Galway has been inspiring minds since 1845 as a research-led university.  180 years later, the University continues to build upon a long tradition of scholarship and discovery that confronts the problems of our time and serves the public good, empowering our people, city and region to prosper.  The University of Galway community comprises 19,700 students, 18% of whom are international students from over 122 countries. The University employs over 2,500 staff, 27% of which are international staff.  With over 135,000 alumni and research collaborations with over 5,000 institutes in 178 countries globally, our international reach and impact are significant and growing.  

University of Galway is counted among the Top 275 universities in the world according to the most prestigious rankings (QS), positioned in the Top 2% globally. University of Galway is ranked #1 in Ireland and Top 50 in the world in the 2024 THE IMPACT Rankings and was awarded Sunday Times University of the Year in 2022.    

University of Galway is an international university with global ambition, but with deep roots in the local region and nationally. Its location on the very edge of Europe gives University of Galway a unique perspective. University of Galway is at the heart of a distinct and vibrant region, renowned for its unique culture, creative industries, medical technologies, marine ecology and economy, and innovation.   

University of Galway is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is afforded equality of opportunity. To this end, the University adheres to a range of equality, diversity and inclusion policies. We encourage applicants to consult these policies here. We welcome applications from everyone, including those who identify with any of the protected characteristics that are set out in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy.  

Galway City and Region 

Set between Connemara to the west and the Burren to the south on Ireland’s famed Wild Atlantic Way, Galway city and region is as distinctive as it is beautiful. Galway has won many international accolades including being dubbed Ireland’s 'Most Charming City’ by the New York Times and ranking in the Top 50 friendliest student cities in the World and #1 in Ireland by the 2023 University Times Campus Advisor. 

J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics 

J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics has over 2,700 students, over 140 faculty, research and professional services staff, and over 30 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The School is AACSB, AMBA and EFMD programme accredited, is a member of PRME and holds an Athena Swan Silver award for equality. 

The School’s mission is for the public good. Energised by its regional edge on the west coast of Ireland, it is a globally-engaged School of Business and Economics for the public good that makes a transformative impact for students, society and business. Guided by the public good mission, the School’s research and impact seek to identify solutions to, and inform decisions about, the grand challenges facing business and society. With a heavy emphasis on the UN SDGs, the School’s research is published in world-leading peer-reviewed journals in business and economics as well as in leading textbooks and case studies. The School’s research informs and guides leaders and public policy makers. You can read more about the School’s research here. 

Centre for Entrepreneurial Growth and Scaling  

At CEGS, we tackle the challenge of supporting the growth and scaling of indigenous and foreign-owned businesses. We support business scaling by identifying the key challenges in attaining successful scaling and providing novel insights in how these can be managed. We do so by engaging in scaling research and translating these insights into practice through our outreach activities. CEGS was established in 2020 and now is a leading university-based Centre focused on scaling businesses in Europe. Combining our excellence in research, innovative teaching pedagogies and outreach, we focus on the post start-up entrepreneurial journey of businesses that have achieved product-market fit and are striving not just to grow, but to scale their organizations. Our focus extends to managing their global scaling, including their rapid internationalization and management of international offices. CEGS is the only UKI-based partner of the European Scale-up Institute (ESI), providing a platform for addressing the scaleup gap in Ireland and Europe. 

Salary: Postdoctoral Researcher/Research Associate salary scale €46,805 - €59,654, 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) 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (Irish Time) on Wednesday, 22nd April 2026. It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date. 

Interviews are planned to be held on 14th or 15th May 2026. 

Applications are invited for an appointment as Ward & Burke Lecturer in Automation Engineering in the School of Engineering at the University of Galway. This role has been developed as part of an exciting strategic partnership between Ward & Burke Construction Ltd, the University of Galway and the School of Engineering and the Construct Innovate Centre, Ireland’s National Research Centre for Construction Technology and Innovation. The Ward & Burke Centre for Smart Infrastructure and Data Driven Engineering, located in the School of Engineering alongside Construct Innovate, aims to make Ireland a global research and innovation leader for innovative automation and manufacturing solutions that can support next generation climate resilient infrastructure. The Centre will lead globally impactful research that enables climate resilient infrastructure and energy excellence in infrastructure development. 

The successful candidate will capitalise upon and strengthen University of Galway’s international position in automation, control and sustainability to deliver innovation in Smart Infrastructure and Data Driven Engineering. This role strongly aligns with two of the five Horizon Europe missions: climate resilience and climate-neutral and smart cities. This role will provide leadership to the University’s ambitions to further world-class research within the newly formed Ward & Burke Centre for Smart Infrastructure and Data Driven Engineering and deliver upon our commitment to supporting the just transition to a low carbon future. It will support society in meeting key challenges, supporting sustainable economic growth and meeting the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) Net-Zero Standard, which establishes a robust emissions reduction target that aligns with the pace and scale mandated by climate science. The Centre will make Ireland a global research and innovation leader in automation engineering that will support the development of sustainable and data-driven solutions for advanced manufacturing and low-carbon infrastructure. 

There are many exciting opportunities to foster the application of disruptive innovation and new research approaches to automation, optimisation, real-time monitoring, data processing, control, and sustainability and energy security for (i) advanced manufacturing for sectors including, but not limited to, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, batteries and energy conversion, and modular construction; and (ii) low-carbon infrastructure for sectors including, but not limited to, water, wastewater, and energy. Such research will enable sustainability, cost effectiveness, and resilience while ensuring Ireland’s competitiveness in these critical sectors. The successful candidate will be an ambitious, and highly committed individual who combines strong academic credentials with a record of accomplishment in research and innovation in these and related areas. 

The appointee will have prior experience of conducting high-impact research, prior experience of innovation and partnering with industry, and demonstrated experience of delivering research excellence. The role requires an individual who can work with others to foster a culture of innovation and collaboration with staff, industry partners, policy makers, regulatory and professional bodies, and other stakeholders to develop and grow this area of strategic importance to the University of Galway.    

It is expected that the appointee will lead a world-class research programme from within Mechanical Engineering, working with colleagues across the relevant academic disciplines such as Civil Engineering and research institutes. Mechanical Engineering has active clusters in robotics and automation, sustainable energy systems, construction technologies, advanced manufacturing, offshore engineering, and composite materials. Researchers from the School of Engineering play leading roles in centres and networks including the Ryan Institute for advancing sustainability and innovation, the I-Form Research Ireland Centre for Advanced Manufacturing, the MaREI Research Ireland Centre for Energy, Climate and Marine, the SH2AMROCK Hydrogen Valley, and the IEA Wind Technology Collaboration Programme. Of particular relevance is Construct Innovate, Ireland’s national research centre for construction technology and innovation, which collaborates with over 90 construction companies and is led by academic staff from the School of Engineering. The successful candidate will be expected to apply for major funding awards, for example from the European Research Council (ERC), Research Ireland and Horizon Europe, and will develop national and international collaborations with academia and industry.  

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, research, student project supervision, and programme administration across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Mechanical Engineering and the School of Engineering and will benefit from a significant package for Centre-related research, including PhD and researcher funding. 

The successful candidate shall possess: 

A PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely-related discipline, significant research experience and expertise in one or more of the following areas: automation, robotics, process design, control, modelling and optimisation, real-time monitoring and data processing, vision systems, energy systems engineering, application of data-driven approaches to engineering processes, including digital twins, artificial intelligence, and data analytics.  

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Laoise McNamara, Head of School, School of Engineering (laoise.mcnamara@universityofgalway.ie) or Prof. Rory Monaghan, Head of Mechanical Engineering, School of Engineering (rory.monaghan@universityofgalway.ie). 

Additional information on the School/Discipline/College is available at School of Engineering and the Discipline is available at: Mechanical engineering.   

Salary: €64,903 to €103,538 p.a (applicable to new entrants effective from January, 2011) 

This appointment will be made on the Lecturer scale in line with current Government pay policy and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the University’s Remuneration policy. Remuneration Policy 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (Irish Time) on 9th April 2026. It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date. 

Garda vetting may apply.  

Appointments will be conditional on work authorisation validation.  

Further details are available at www.dbei.ie 

Please note that appointment to posts advertised will be dependent upon University approval, together with the terms of the Employment Control Framework for the higher education sector. 

At the University of Galway, we celebrate diversity and believe that every candidate can bring unique perspectives, talents and approaches to our University community.  We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, gender, family status, civil status, membership of the Traveller community, sexual orientation, disability or age.    

We value flexibility and recognise that a work-life balance is essential.  We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options, to accommodate the diverse needs of our staff.   Our commitment to inclusivity extends beyond recruitment as we foster a friendly and supportive work environment, where all work styles are valued and respected.  Join us in shaping a workplace that thrives on diversity, creativity and collaboration.     

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer. 

Applications are invited for a permanent post of a Specialist Clinician in Veterinary Oncology within UCD School of Veterinary Medicine The UCD Veterinary Hospital (UCDVH), part of the School of Veterinary Medicine, has a vacancy for a permanent specialist veterinary clinician to support the continued growth and strategic expansion in the area of small animal oncology. The appointment is subject to qualifications and experience of the candidates.The UCD Veterinary Hospital has state of the art equipment including CT, MRI, ultrasound, interventional radiology, full endoscopy and arthroscopy, laser, a radioactive iodine unit and fully equipped surgical and intensive care suites. Ancillary supports include rehabilitation and physiotherapy. The Small Animal Section currently has capacity for 14 Clinical Academics/Specialist Clinicians including five surgery, six internal medicine, two emergency and critical care and one oncology specialists. These staff are supported by 10 interns (rotating and discipline specific), 9 residents and a full team of ancillary staff. The Section has collaborative ties with the Comparative Oncology Group who are active in research of animal and human cancer. Salary: €105,000- €115,000 Non scale Appointment will be made on scale and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 16/04/2026 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.

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

Tugtar cuireadh d'iarratais ar post buan Chliniceoir Tréidliachta Speisialaithe san Oinceolaíocht laistigh de Scoil an Leighis Tréidliachta UCD Tá folúntas ag Ospidéal Tréidliachta UCD (UCDVH), atá mar chuid de Scoil an Leighis Tréidliachta UCD, do Chliniceoir Tréidliachta Speisialaithe Buan chun tacú leis an bhfás leanúnach agus leis an leathnú straitéiseach i réimse oinceolaíochta na n-ainmhithe beaga. Tá an ceapachán faoi réir cáilíochtaí agus taithí na n-iarrthóirí. Tá trealamh den chineál is nua-aimseartha ag Ospidéal Tréidliachta UCD, lena n-áirítear CT, MRI, ultrafhuaim, raideolaíocht idirghabhálach, ionscópacht agus artrascópacht iomlán, léasar, aonad iaidín radaighníomhach agus seomraí máinliachta agus dianchúraim lánfheistithe. I measc na dtacaíochtaí coimhdeacha tá athshlánú agus fisiteiripe. Faoi láthair, tá sé de chumas ag Rannóg na n-ainmhithe beaga freastal ar 14 Scoláire Cliniciúil/Cliniceoir Speisialtóra, lena n-áirítear cúigear speisialtóirí máinliachta, seisear speisialtóirí leighis inmheánach, beirt speisialtóirí éigeandála agus cúraim criticiúil agus speisialtóir oinceolaíochta amháin. Cuireann 10 intéirneach (ag rothlú agus atá dírithe ar dhisciplín), 9 cónaitheach agus foireann iomlán choimhdeach, cabhair ar fáil don fhoireann. Tá naisc chliniciúla ag an rannóg leis an nGrúpa Comparáideach Oinceolaíochta atá gníomhach i dtaighde ar ailse ainmhithe agus daonna.Tuarastal: €105,000- €115,000 Gan scálaDéanfar an ceapachán ar scála agus de réir threoirlínte na Roinne Airgeadais Dáta dúnta: 12:00 uair (am áitiúil na hÉireann) ar 16.04.2026Ní mór iarratas a bheith istigh faoin am agus dáta atá sonraithe. Déanfar aon iarratas atá fós ar siúl ag an am dúnta 12:00 uair (Am Áitiúil na hÉireann) ar an dáta dúnta sonraithe a scriosadh go huathoibríoch ag an gcóras. Ní féidir le UCD glacadh le hiarratais dhéanacha.Níl cúnamh ag teastáil ó UCD ó Ghníomhaireachtaí Earcaíochta. Seolfar ar ais aon CV a chuir na Gníomhaireachtaí Earcaíochta isteach.

Sula gcuireann tú d'iarratas isteach, ba cheart duit tuilleadh eolais a fháil ó shuíomh Gréasáin Work at UCD (go háirithe an próiseas iarratais : https://www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/

Maynooth University seeks an outstanding academic to join our staff as Professor of Education Policy at the Department of Education.  This is one of three new Professor (B) appointments in the Faculty of Social Sciences aligned to the Society and Public Policy Research Beacon under Maynooth University’s Strategic Plan 2023–2028.

Together, these posts represent a coordinated Faculty-level investment designed to strengthen research capacity, research-informed education, and societal impact in areas of critical public importance for Ireland and Europe.

This new Professor post contributes to Maynooth University’s commitment to research-informed, practice-engaged education and policy-relevant scholarship, supporting the University’s mission to deliver excellence, opportunity and impact.

We are seeking an internationally recognised scholar with an outstanding record of research, teaching and leadership in the field of Education Policy. Our particular interest is on the connection between university teacher education, accreditation and governmental policy. We are seeking a Professor who can engage actively in the debates on accreditation of teachers, government investment in teaching, and in university teacher education, influencing at a policy level.

The successful candidate will provide academic leadership in the field of Education Policy, contributing to the strategic direction of the department. They will contribute to the development of Education Policy studies across our programmes, mentor early-career academics, and engage in high-impact research that informs educational practice and policy at national and international levels. The successful candidate will foster interdisciplinary collaboration across the university and with external stakeholders, including policymakers and practitioners in the field. They will design and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervise Doctoral students and support the development of research capacity within the department. They are also expected to engage in public policy debates and contribute to the University’s impact and knowledge exchange agenda. Please note that as part of the workload allocation process, teaching duties and service duties related to the Department, Faculty, or University may be assigned by the Head of the Department, their delegate, or the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences.

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. Professors will be expected to provide significant intellectual leadership, through a demonstrated commitment to both education and research, and also to contribute to the effective leadership and management of the department, the faculty and the university.

Maynooth University seeks an outstanding academic to join our staff as Professor of Social Work: Policy-Practice. This new Professor post is part of the university’s commitment to our Society and Social Policy research beacon of our university Strategic Plan 2023-2028. The appointee will contribute research informed, practice engaged, education and societal impact that demonstrates Maynooth university’s impact, including influencing policy from a practitioner standpoint.

This role forms part of a coordinated Faculty-wide investment in the Society & Social Policy research beacon, with multiple Professor B appointments being made simultaneously to build critical mass, collaboration, and impact across disciplines.

The person appointed will have an excellent record in research, scholarship and publication, in teaching and educational innovation, social work practice, policy-practice and in academic leadership. They will be expected to make a strong contribution to the teaching, research and profile of the university, and to provide ongoing leadership for the discipline.

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. Professors will be expected to provide significant intellectual leadership, through a demonstrated commitment to both education and research, and also to contribute to the effective leadership and management of the department, the faculty and the university.

Maynooth University seeks an outstanding academic to join our staff as Professor (B) in Health Design. This is an opportunity for you to shape our research, teaching and impact in the field of Health Design. You will be embedded in a large community of design and business academics, and our growing field of Health and Wellbeing across the University. This role fits into a strategy of sustained investment and growth in capacity in both Design Innovation and the School of Business, resulting in growth in education programmes, research grants, research impact and multiple awards by students (e.g. Dyson Innovation awards) and staff for their work. This is one of three new Health and Wellbeing Professorships in the Faculty of Social Sciences, as part of our commitment to deepen capacity and impact in this field.

The University is making a strategic investment in the field of Health and Wellbeing, involving creation of new education programmes, and widening our research impact in this field. Together, the Health and Wellbeing Professors will collaborate across Departments, Schools and the wider University to strengthen interdisciplinary research, education and engagement, and to maximise collective societal impact in this area.