Maynooth University wishes to appoint an IT Business Analyst on a full‑time, permanent basis. This AOI‑grade role will report to the Business Intelligence Manager within the Enterprise Solutions function in IT Services.

Working as part of a team, the IT Business Analyst will act as one of the primary liaisons between business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure enterprise systems - such as the Student Information System, Finance, HR, CRM, and related platforms - are effectively supported, enhanced, and aligned with the University’s strategic and operational needs. This role involves eliciting, analysing, and documenting business requirements, ensuring alignment between the institution’s academic and administrative needs and the technical solutions being implemented and supported. The ideal candidate will have experience in higher education student systems and a track record of delivering complex projects.

The post holder will have a lead role in business process mapping and optimisation initiatives, identifying opportunities for automation and workflow improvements that enhance efficiency and user experience. They will also support system changes, troubleshoot complex issues, and contribute to strong governance and compliance by ensuring solutions adhere to GDPR, data protection requirements, and relevant institutional policies. The role will involve close collaboration with specialist teams within Enterprise Solutions and IT Services, as well as with academic and administrative units across the University.

Through training, documentation, and proactive stakeholder engagement, the IT Business Analyst will promote the successful adoption of enterprise systems and Business Intelligence capabilities, enabling evidence‑based decision‑making and operational excellence across the University. This position supports business‑critical systems, processes and initiatives and occasional work outside normal hours may be required. Duties may evolve in line with area and University priorities, and the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate flexibility in responding to such changes.

Salary Scale:

Administrative Officer I:                           €59,812– €85,339p.a. (9 points)

12 Months, Fixed Term, Whole-time Post 

INFANT is now accepting applications for a Clinical Research Fellow to work on a number of probiotic projects assessing the impact of probiotic administration on the gut microbiome in infants and children under 2 years of age. 

These studies include two probiotics: Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus (LRa05) and Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis (BLa80).  There are four randomised trials being performed in total including infants and children in the 0-6 months, 6-12 months and 12–24-month age groups. The successful Fellow will work in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team and will be based at the INFANT Centre, Cork University Maternity Hospital and Brookfield, UCC. The successful candidate would be involved in the conduct of the study and patient reviews throughout the study period.

Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.

Project Title: WECARE : Infant and Child Probiotic Research Study

Post Duration: (12) Months Whole-Time Post

For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see https://ore.ucc.ie/ 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 Eugene Dempsey, INFANT Research Centre, Horgan Chair in Neonatology. Email: G.Dempsey@ucc.ie

For further information on the Department INFANT – A research centre focused entirely on pregnancy, birth and early childhood

University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award  in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent.  We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives.

Appointment may be made on the IUA Salary Scale: €66,548 - €72,514 p.a.

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

We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process.

Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate.

The successful candidates shall possess a PhD in Engineering Management, Industrial/Manufacturing/Software Engineering, or a closely related discipline, significant research experience, and expertise in one or more of the following areas: operational excellence, data-driven performance improvement, quality engineering, regulatory compliance, and related domains, and their application in fields including manufacturing and software engineering. 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 is available at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/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. QA321-Updated-PP-Remuneration.pdf (universityofgalway.ie)

Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (Irish Time) on 25th June 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 website:

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 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.

Fáilteofar roimh iarratais ar an bpost seo a leanas:

Teideal an Phoist: Cúntóir Teagaisc le Gaeilge (Teaching Assistant in Irish)

Achoimre Poist

Glacfaidh an duine a cheapfar páirt ghníomhach i dteagasc, i measúnú agus i riaradh na modúl Gaeilge ag leibhéil na fochéime agus na hiarchéime/The successful candidate will contribute to teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. They will teach modules, grade, and participate in oral examining.

Dámh na nDán, na nDaonnachtaí agus na nEolaíochtaí Sóisialta

Scoil na Gaeilge, an Bhéarla, agus na Cumarsáide

Cineál Conartha: Téarma seasta 10 mí

Scála Tuarastail : €38,890 p.a. pro rata

Ba cheart a dheimhniú go bhfuil cead agat a bheith ag obair in Éirinn. Ní féidir glacadh le hiarratais ó dhaoine nach bhfuil cead acu a bheith ag obair in Éirinn.

Is institiúid bhríomhar, nuálaíoch a bhíonn faoi stiúir an taighde í Ollscoil Luimnigh. Tá cáil ar an institiúid as sármhaitheas san oideachas agus sa scoláireacht. Cuirtear luach ar chruthaitheacht, fiosracht agus ardchaighdeán inár bpobal cuimsitheach atá tiomanta don leas coiteann. Léiríonn ár mana, Eagna chun Gnímh, ár dtiomantas chun eolas nua a aimsiú agus a chur i bhfeidhm ar mhaithe le domhain níos fearr.

Is féidir fiosrúcháin neamhfhoirmiúla faoin bpost a dhéanamh leis

An Dr Yvonne Cleary

Ceann

Scoil na Gaeilge, an Bhéarla, agus na Cumarsáide

Ollscoil Luimnigh
Ríomhphost: yvonne.cleary@ul.ie

Associate Professor in Computing
School of Computing
Faculty of Engineering and Computing
Permanent Contract

Dublin City University

Dublin City University is a leading innovative European University with a mission to ‘transform lives and societies’. DCU ranks as one of the world’s Top 350 Universities, Times Higher Education, and is proud to be Ireland’s No. 1 Young University. The University is known for the ‘transformative student experience’ it offers, and is also recognised for its impact in addressing global challenges in collaboration with national and international stakeholders. 

School of Computing 

The School of Computing at Dublin City University has earned a strong reputation for excellence in research and teaching. Our existing undergrad programmes including, the B.Sc. in Computer Science, the BSc in Computing for Business and the B.Sc. in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence are aimed at students who are interested in a career in data analytics and related data science roles. In addition, we also offer a range of innovative taught M.Sc. programmes aimed at producing graduates with the professional and personal skills most sought after in the Information Economy. 

The School also enjoys a lively, engaging environment for research in many areas of computing, with numerous Ph.D. and M.Sc. research students producing outputs of significance at the top international level. With close industry links and fee support for EU students, the School's teaching and research programmes reflect the current and anticipated needs of Ireland's industrial and commercial sectors, while at the same time meeting the most rigorous national and international academic standards.

Role Profile

The School of Computing is seeking to appoint an exceptionally qualified candidate at the level of Associate Professor in Computing, to join its team of talented academics. The successful candidate will be recognised as a leader in their discipline, hold a reputation for academic excellence and have an extensive portfolio of internationally competitive research. They will be expected to provide leadership through active engagement in teaching and learning, research and scholarship and administration in the School, Faculty and University, as well as, make outstanding contributions to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes through innovative teaching, supervision of laboratory sessions, student mentoring and supervision of taught and research projects. They will be expected to influence research and scholarship and contribute to advancing the School’s research agenda, including building strong partnerships and collaborations with industry partners.

Reporting to the Head of School, the successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across the School and Faculty, including the School Teaching Convenor, the School Research Convenor and other senior post-holders. The role requires building strong, collaborative relationships with professional support staff, as well as technical and pedagogy specialists, alongside active engagement with key stakeholders both within and beyond DCU. 

Duties and Responsibilities

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

Teaching and Learning

To contribute to the teaching and learning activity of the School by: 

• Preparing, delivering and assessing a range of core Computing subjects in a manner consistent with the highest academic standards.
• Contributing to the design and development of new or reconceptualised modules/programmes and resources, including non-traditional, innovative, student-centred and challenge-based learning activities, as well as off-campus aspects to the learning process.
• Contribute to the management and delivery of transnational educational programmes, including occasional on-site module delivery overseas.
• Using a wide range of teaching and assessment methodologies that foster a deep approach to learning and equip students with the skills and attributes needed to be lifelong learners, including challenge-based learning, and concentrated and immersive learning experiences. 
• Co-designing with other academics and industry partners a suite of tools and initiatives that support the development of transversal skills, and embedding transversal skills development, diagnostics and assessments into new and existing programmes.
• Supervising laboratory sessions, student mentoring and developing of virtual labs.
• Engagement with professional development for teaching, including certification of teaching quality and qualifications.

Research and Scholarship

To contribute to the research agenda and profile of the School by:

• Having clearly articulated research interests and research profile development plans that support the School’s current research priorities, and that will underpin senior modules and projects related to our programmes.
• Pursuing an active research agenda with ongoing impactful research publications in highly ranked international academic journals, in collaboration with colleagues in DCU and elsewhere. 
• Actively searching out and applying for research funding and grants consistent with the School’s research agenda.
• Attracting and supervising postgraduate research students. 
• Contributing to the research culture and environment in the School and where appropriate, working collaboratively on research initiatives. 

Service and Contribution to the University and Society

To contribute to the management and administration of the School through:

• Engagement with strategic planning, quality review and improvement processes and external programme accreditations, via involvement with the appropriate professional institution(s) and associated initiatives.
• Development and delivery of the international activities of the School, including international travel to do so.
• Undertaking administrative functions related to the activities of the School, the Faculty, and the wider University. Such duties will be defined by the Head of School and may include some of the following: degree programme coordination; participation in School, Faculty and University committees; visits to students on industrial placement within the DCU INTRA programme; student recruitment. 

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent (NFQ Level 10) in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related discipline. 
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and learning experience at University level.
• Strong demonstrated, high-quality teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate level, ideally including experience in module development, innovative pedagogies and/or assessments, international and/or online or technology-assisted teaching. 
• Substantial evidence of a well-established and sustained research profile that demonstrates potential to establish an independent research programme and to attract research funding from competitive research funding schemes and/or industry. 
• Ability to align strong research credentials to one or more of the following areas:
  • Data Analytics / Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence / Statistical Data Modelling / Information Analytics and Retrieval.
  • Software Engineering / Software Testing / Full-stack Development / Cryptography / Secure Programming / Agentic Programming.
• Demonstrable excellent interpersonal and communication skills consistent with the highest quality of teaching and learning, together with evidence of successful teamwork and collegial approach.

Essential Training 

The postholder will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training: 

• Orientation
• Health & Safety
• Data Protection (GDPR)
• Cyber Security Awareness 
• AI Literacy 

Other training may need to be undertaken when required.

Salary Scale:

Associate Professor - €91,090 - €120,061 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: Tuesday, 26th May 2026

Remote Working Policy

DCU operates a 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 School of Computing, please visit: https://www.dcu.ie/computing 

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

Dr Andrew McCarren, Head of School of Computing, Faculty of Engineering & Computing, Dublin City University. 

Phone: + 353 (0)1 7008980 

Email:  soc.head@dcu.ie 

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

Assistant Professor in Computing

School of Computing 

Faculty of Engineering and Computing

Permanent Contract

Dublin City University

Dublin City University is a leading innovative European University with a mission to ‘transform lives and societies’. DCU ranks as one of the world’s Top 350 Universities, Times Higher Education, and is proud to be Ireland’s No. 1 Young University. The University is known for the ‘transformative student experience’ it offers, and is also recognised for its impact in addressing global challenges in collaboration with national and international stakeholders.

School of Computing

The School of Computing at Dublin City University has earned a strong reputation for excellence in research and teaching. Our existing undergrad programmes including, the B.Sc. in Computer Science, the B.Sc. in Computing for Business and the B.Sc. in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence are aimed at students who are interested in a career in data analytics and related data science roles. In addition, we also offer a range of innovative taught M.Sc. programmes aimed at producing graduates with the professional and personal skills most sought after in the Information Economy. 

The School also enjoys a lively, engaging environment for research in many areas of computing, with numerous Ph.D. and M.Sc. research students producing outputs of significance at the top international level. With close industry links and fee support for EU students, the School's teaching and research programmes reflect the current and anticipated needs of Ireland's industrial and commercial sectors, while at the same time meeting the most rigorous national and international academic standards.

Role Profile

The School of Computing is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Computer Science to join its expanding team of talented academics. The successful candidate will have a strong research track record in Software Engineering and/or Data Analytics/AI and will contribute to teaching, curriculum development and administrative activities in the School of Computing, across all levels. The appointee must have a demonstrated track record of teaching at B.Sc. (or higher) level and should also have an excellent research track record (including publication in high-quality peer-reviewed journals/conferences, engagement in the supervision of research students, engagement with industry, attracting research funding, and other forms of international research leadership). They will be expected to demonstrate an alignment of their research interests with existing research expertise within the School of Computing.

Duties and Responsibilities

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

Teaching and Learning

The successful candidate will prepare, deliver and assess a range of core Computing subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in a manner consistent with DCU’s high academic standards. This extends to supporting innovation in teaching, transnational and digital provision of programmes, engaging with international travel, contributing to internationalisation efforts and integrating new technologies as needed. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Contributing to the design and development of new programmes.
• Developing and delivering new or reconceptualised modules and resources.
• Designing and assessing examinations and other types of coursework.
• Using a wide range of teaching and assessment methodologies (including research led teaching) which foster a deep approach to learning and equip students with the skills and attributes needed to be lifelong learners, including challenge-based learning and concentrated and immersive learning experiences.
• Co-designing with other academics and industry partners, a suite of tools and initiatives that support the transversal skills pathway and embedding transversal skills development, diagnostics and assessments into new and existing programmes.
• Supervision of laboratory sessions, student projects and student mentoring.
• Proactive engagement with the renewal of existing courses and programmes.
• Undertaking professional development for teaching.
• Undertaking such administration/outreach duties as will be defined by the Head of School and may include some of the following: degree programme coordination; participation in committees; visits to industry; student recruitment.
• Being goal orientated, collaborative, using initiative and showing leadership potential.

Research and Scholarship

The successful candidate will be expected to engage in high-quality research activities and publish to the highest international standard both independently and where appropriate, in collaboration with one or more existing research groups/centres. This engagement should lead to publications in high impact factor journals and attend high-ranked international conferences. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Engaging with and leading aspects of research and teaching in subjects related to the different programmes in the School of Computing.
• Diligently pursuing articulated research interests and research profile development plans that support the school’s current research priorities and DCU’s Strategic Plan.
• Showing potential to establish an independent research programme (in the topics defined earlier), attracting research funding from competitive research funding schemes and/or industry and becoming a research leader of international reputation.
• Participating in research-related administration such as research student hiring/supervision, PhD thesis examination and related duties.
• Undertaking professional development in research leadership and management.
• Engaging with the development of working relationships with industry, employers and professional bodies.

Service and Contribution to University and Society

Contribute to the ongoing direction and strategy within the School, Faculty, University and profession, for example:

• Engagement with strategic planning, quality review and improvement processes and external programme accreditations, via involvement with the appropriate professional institution(s) and associated initiatives.
• Developing and delivering the international activities of the School of Computing, including international travel to do so.
• Undertaking administrative functions related to the activities of the School of Computing, Faculty of Engineering and Computing, and the wider University. Such duties will be defined by the Head of School and may include some of the following: degree programme coordination; participation on University committees; visits to students on industrial placement within the DCU INTRA programme; student recruitment.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Candidates must have a PhD or equivalent (NFQ Level 10) in Computer Science/Software Engineering/Data Science plus one years’ relevant postdoctoral or industrial experience, with a record of high-quality university-level teaching and module development.
• Strong demonstrated, high-quality teaching experience at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, ideally including experience in module development, innovative pedagogies and/or assessments, international and/or online or technology-assisted teaching.
• An excellent research track record and trajectory, including publication in high-quality peer reviewed journals/conferences, particularly in one or more of the following research areas: 
  • Data Analytics / Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence / Statistical Data Modelling / Information Analytics and Retrieval. 
  • Software Engineering / Software Testing / Full-stack Development. 
  • Information Retrieval / Generative Models / Multimodal User Models / NLP.
  • Cybersecurity / Data Privacy Preservation Technologies.
  • Educational Technologies / Digital Personalised Learning
• A record of original research with publications in top international journals or, based on career stage, shows exceptional promise in this regard.
• Experience in supervision of research students, engagement with industry and attracting research funding.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills consistent with the highest quality of teaching and learning, together with evidence of successful teamwork and a collegial approach.
• Ability to develop and maintain international networks and partnerships within the academic and professional communities.

Desirable

• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant postdoctoral or industrial experience would be advantageous. 

Essential Training 

The postholder will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training: 

• Orientation
• Health & Safety
• Data Protection (GDPR)
• Cyber Security Awareness 
• AI Literacy 

Other training may need to be undertaken when required.

Salary Scale:

Assistant Professor - €64,583 - €103,501 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: Tuesday, 26th May 2026

Remote Working Policy

DCU operates a 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 School of Computing, please visit: https://www.dcu.ie/computing 

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

Dr Andrew McCarren, Head of School of Computing, Faculty of Engineering and Computing, Dublin City University. 

Phone: + 353 (0)1 7008980 

Email: soc.head@dcu.ie 

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

Applications are invited for the post of Research Assistant with a background in GIS to join the Coastal & Marine Science Communication, Stakeholder Engagement & Societal Impact (SCEI) research group, within the Coastal & Marine Systems (CMS) Research Area of the Sustainability Institute at University College Cork. The position is based at the Beaufort Building, Haulbowline Rd, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork, Ireland.

The successful candidate will join a multi-national, trans-disciplinary team contributing to the ALANIS project (Impacts of artificial light at night on pelagic ecosystems in European seas), funded through JPI Oceans.

CMS is a key research area within UCC’s Sustainability Institute, which is internationally recognised for environmental research dedicated to understanding and protecting the natural environment. The Institute focuses on developing innovative technologies, tools, and services to support the transition to a zero-carbon and resource-efficient society. Researchers within CMS bring over 30 years of experience in delivering both fundamental and applied research, supported by competitively awarded national and international funding.

The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary research team with a focus on societal impact, science communication, outreach, and stakeholder engagement. The appointed applicant will contribute to the development of the ALANIS Web GIS, undertaking key responsibilities in geospatial data processing, analysis, and visualisation. This work will support the creation of accessible geospatial data products for integration into the project’s Web-GIS platform.

In addition, the candidate will support the development of StoryMaps for ALANIS and other research projects as they arise. Knowledge and understanding of Qimera, Python, Fledermaus geospatial analysis tools, ENVI, MaxEnt, SNAP, and Agisoft Metashape would be advantageous.

Project title: ALANIS

Duration: 6 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 Parkinson’s Disease, dementia and delirium, 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.

Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation | University College Cork is currently recruiting a Post-Doctoral Researcher to work on the HEA-funded PD-Life consortium.  

We are seeking a highly motivated Post-Doctoral Researcher to join PD-Life, which is an emerging all-island hub of excellence that unites researchers, clinicians, people with Parkinson’s, and advocacy partners to transform the understanding and care of Parkinson’s disease (PD) across the island of Ireland. Focussing on stigma, gender and culture, mental health, physical activity, and wearable technology, the consortium projects will generate integrated, person-centred evidence to improve quality of life and support innovative interventions, foster cross-border collaboration, and train and mentor the next generation of Parkinson’s disease research leaders.

PD-LIFE is a consortium across 5 universities in Ireland (i.e., University College Cork, Queen’s University Belfast, University of Limerick, Trinity College Dublin, University of Ulster), and the Tyndall Institute.

Post Status: Full-time or Part-time. 

Research Group / Department / School: Plant Soil Biogeochemistry Group, School of Natural Sciences, Discipline of Botany, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin 

Location: Botany Building Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland 

Reports to: Dr Richard Nair 

Terms & Conditions: 4 year position, including annual tax-free stipend of €25,000, as well as project costs and international student fees. Expected start date: 1st September 2026 

Hours of Work: Full Time 

Closing Date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 18 June 2026

Post Summary 

Traits in Flux: Are plant functional trait relationships stable through time, or are they emergent and context-dependent?

In this position we are seeking a candidate to perform both fieldwork and cutting-edge data analysis in plant functional ecology, working on both above- and below- ground plant traits.

Plant functional trait ecology has revolutionised our practical ability to link ecology to climate change and biosphere services. You will explore a core assumption in plant functional trait ecology: that relationships between traits within a species are stable through time and context.  Plants continuously and plastically adjust their physiology and structure through processes like growth, ageing, and competition, yet this temporal and contextual variability is poorly captured—both above- and below- ground. With data on this potential plasticity, paired with other data emerging from the group, you will have further opportunity to relate these to temporal patterns of plant dynamics and greenhouse fluxes from the ecosystem.

You will primarily work on managed grasslands in Ireland, which provide a natural testbed of controlled species study traits of multiple species through time under real environmental conditions. In several of these, our group are installing a network of unique automated  ‘minirhizotron’ root cameras and ancillary sensors which are paired with local greenhouse gas measurements. You will both benefit from these unique data and assist in providing ground truth for these systems,  via both manual and machine-assisted phenotyping, on both leaves and roots. You will examine how trait relationships evolve over time and in different community contexts, and how these link with overall ecosystem patterns, functional properties and environmental context. Additionally, you will be able to use community databases of trait data and/or smaller scale manipulative experiments, to examine the stability of trait relationships.

You will work within group spanning ecological science, engineering, and computer science methods. Fieldwork on this project will take place in Ireland but there will also be the potential to assist in other fieldwork in the UK and Spain and incorporate data from these sites into the project. Leaf and root trait analysis, and soil analysis facilities, as well as computing resources are available within the wider research group. International collaborations, conference attendance and research trips are also expected as part of this project.

Qualifications 

A bachelor’s or master’s degree in ecology, environmental science, plant sciences, or another relevant discipline.

The Careers and Employability Service (CES) within the Student Skills and Success division of the Office of Students and Learning is currently seeking a self-motivated, flexible and dedicated individual for the role of Experiential Learning Officer (Maternity Cover). This individual will have responsibility for the operational leadership, oversight and management of a range of experiential learning and employability offerings within the Careers and Employability Service. This includes programme delivery, collaboration with staff, students and employers, and workshops. The role supports the Careers and Employability Service and the Maynooth University’s strategic plan (2023-2028) and its core mission, “To imagine and create better futures for all,” enabling our graduates to become “highly employable next generation creators and decision-makers.”

Salary:

Administrative Officer I (2026):                             €59,812 – €85,339p.a. (9 points)

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