Applications are invited for the following position:

Title of Post: Post Doctoral Researcher (Level 1 or 2) in Microfluidics (2 Positions)

JOB SYNOPSIS

Join the TANGO project, an Enterprise Ireland–funded initiative developing a next-generation automated droplet-based microfluidic platform for functional T-cell analysis. We’re seeking a talented researcher or engineer to design, fabricate, and test microfluidic devices that integrate precision fluidics, optical detection, and novel luminescence-based assays. You’ll work at the interface of engineering, biology, and commercial innovation, helping translate cutting-edge research into a deployable instrument. Applicants should hold a PhD in microfluidics or biomedical engineering (or related field) and have hands-on experience in microfabrication and fluidic testing. This is a full-time position within the Enterprise Ireland COM Fund programme, offering a unique opportunity to help shape a transformative diagnostic technology.

Faculty of Science & Engineering

School of Engineering

Contract Type: Specific Purpose

Salary Scale: 

Level 1 €46,305 - €52,863 p.a. pro rata (maximum starting point €46,305) p.a. pro rata

Level 2 €54,307 - €59,063 p.a. pro rata (maximum starting point €54,307) p.a. pro rata

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:

Dr Tara Dalton 

School of Engineering

University of Limerick

Email: Tara.Dalton@ul.ie 

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Lecturer/Assistant Professor within UCD School of Economics. Applicants must have an active research track record and be an effective communicator capable of excellence in teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Applications from all fields of Economics are welcomed. 95 Lecturer/Asst Professor Above The Bar (7943) Salary Scale: €64,753 - €102,539 Per AnnumAppointment will be made on scale and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines. Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 25/11/2025. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned. Note: Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. For further information please follow link below:https://www.ucd.ie/hr/t4media/Academic Contract.pdf < #WorkatUCD >

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

Post Status: Full-Time 

Research Group / Department / School: School of Nursing and Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin 

Location: 24 D’Olier Street, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin Dublin 2, Ireland 

Reports to: Prof Damien Brennan 

Terms & Conditions: €25,000 annual stipend plus academic fees (EU or non EU) 

Hours of Work: 35 Hours per week

Post Summary 

A 4 years Postgraduate Research Studentship is available to new entrants on the full-time PhD register for entry in September each year. Applicants must have received a minimum of 2.1 Honours degree to be eligible for the award. The postgraduate studentship aims to support and develop gifted research students and is awarded competitively on academic merit. It fully covers EU or non-EU fees and provides an annual maintenance of €25,000. 

Applications investigating topics within national strategies and/or the School research agenda are particularly welcome. You may select your own topic but you can also choose from the following school expertise: 

Research Centres: 

• Trinity Centre for Maternal Care Research (TCMCR) 

• Trinity Research in Childhood Centre (TRiCC) 

• Trinity Centre for Ageing and Intellectual Disabilities (TCAID) 

• Trinity Centre for Practice and Healthcare Innovation (TCPHI) 

Thematic areas: 

• Mental Health and Recovery 

• Older persons health & well-being 

Applications will be scored according to the following criteria: 

• Quality of research proposal - Background and originality, aims and objectives, methodology and methods 

• Relevance to School’s Research Agenda 

• Academic support for the Applicant 

• Review of Educational Preparation, References and Career Development 

Prospective students are advised that they need to contact and work with a member(s) of the academic staff in the School of Nursing and Midwifery to develop their proposal to a level suitable for application. 

For further information on these research themes, please visit www.nursingmidwifery.tcd.ie/research

Person Specification 

Qualifications 

A minimum of 2.1 Honours degree

Applications are invited for a specified purpose post of a Teaching Fellow in Global History (South/Southeast/East Asia) within UCD School of History. The School of History is seeking to appoint a Teaching Fellow to a specified purpose post in Global History (Modern) with a specific geographic focus on South/Southeast/East Asia. The expected start date is 23 February 2026. The successful candidate will:

• Contribute to a co-taught level 2 survey module (History from the Margins: Race, Class, and Identity in Modern Global History (HIS21360)
• Supervise BA and MA dissertations
• Contribute to the administration of the School

Fixed Salary: €44,488 per annumClosing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 01/12/2025. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications. UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned.< #WorkatUCD >

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

Applications are invited for the following position:

Title of Post: Post Doctoral Researcher (Level 1) in Sustainable Travel

JOB SYNOPSIS

As part of an agenda to decarbonise the transport sector, to support increased levels of active travel, especially to schools, and to support increased levels of physical activity in schools, the researcher will examine the role of uniforms on active commuting to school rates and on physical activity rates. 

Faculty of Science & Engineering

School of Engineering

Contract Type: Specific Purpose

Salary Scale: €46,305 - €52,863 (maximum starting salary €46,305) p.a. pro rata

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:

Dr Ross Higgins

University Teacher in Civil Engineering 

School of Engineering

University of Limerick

Email:ross.higgins@ul.ie 

Department:        Surgical Affairs

Reporting To:       Professor of Postgraduate Surgical Education

Location:              RCSI, Dublin 2

Tenure:                 Full time, Permanent

Background 

Surgical training in Ireland enjoys a global reputation based on a proud tradition of producing generations of leaders in surgery around the world. RCSI has continued to nurture and develop future surgical leaders through our comprehensive surgical training pathway, academic and Master's programs, and by supporting surgeons in practice with Continuing Professional Development. 

Our facilities include the National Surgical and Clinical Skills Training Centre at 26 York Street, which offers state-of-the-art clinical training suites, task training rooms, a flexible wet lab, and simulation space equipped with sophisticated audio-visual technology. The building also includes a 540-seat auditorium, a library spanning three floors, a sports hall, and a fitness suite. Designed to be student-centred, it enhances RCSI’s capacity to deliver outstanding medical education and training. 

Objective of this Post 

The principal objective of the post is to contribute to the development, organisation, and delivery of curriculum, teaching, and assessment in Surgery and Emergency Medicine across all our postgraduate training and academic programs. The successful candidate will play a key role in both the technical and non-technical skills training offered at RCSI, with a focus on the development and use of simulation technology to support learning. 

RCSI is seeking an individual with experience in the development and delivery of skills-based education in healthcare. The successful candidate should be enthusiastic about teaching, innovative in their approach, and committed to delivering excellence in a multicultural academic environment. They will also be involved in the planning and organisation of teaching days and training events. Training and professional development support will be provided to the successful candidate. 

Person Specification Essential: 

• PhD degree or equivalent in healthcare, health sciences, education, or simulation. 
• Experience in teaching particularly in a clinical or simulation setting. 
• Enthusiasm for teaching and the ability to engage learners in both technical and non- technical skills. 
• Strong organisational skills to manage the coordination of teaching days and events. 
• Innovative approach to teaching, with experience or interest in using simulation technology in education. 
• Possess excellent computer, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills. 
• Demonstrated motivation and ability to inspire others towards achieving excellent results. 
• Strong commitment to quality improvement and personal professional development. 
• Be a proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative to complete tasks. 

We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates putting themselves forward, so please do apply — we would love to hear from you.

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Student Counsellor Intern within UCD Student Counselling Service Job Reference number: 019089

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

The Student Counselling Service wishes to recruit Intern Student Counsellor to join our team of Student Counsellors and deliver counselling and mental health expertise to the University, under supervision. The focus of this post is the provision of high-quality psychological therapy, 1:1 and with groups. This post will suit a newly qualified psychotherapist, counselling/clinical psychologist seeking to build hours to fulfil professional accreditation/registration requirements. Fixed Scale: €35,000 Per Annum Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 10/11/2025Applications 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. Tugtar cuireadh d'iarratais ar post sealadach Comhairleoir Mac Léinn (intéirneacht) laistigh de Seirbhísí Comhairleoireachta na Mac Léinn UCDIs mian le Seirbhísí Comhairleoireachta na Mac Léinn Comhairleoir/Comhairleoirí Mac Léinn Intéirneach a earcú chun a bheith mar pháirt d'fhoireann Chomhairleoirí Mac Léinn agus saineolas comhairleoireachta agus meabhairshláinte a sholáthar don Ollscoil, faoi mhaoirseachtTuarastal Seasta: €35,000 in aghaidh na bliana.Dáta dúnta: 12:00 uair (am áitiúil na hÉireann) ar 10.11.2025Ní 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/

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Laboratory Attendant within UCD School of Medicine Charles Institute of Dermatology Job Reference number: 019088

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

Applications are invited for the temporary and half-time role of Laboratory Attendant in Charles Institute of Dermatology at University College Dublin (UCD). The Laboratory Attendant will support Charles Institute with research and training activities. The position involves working with the Institute's Technical Officer to maintain the wet laboratories and associated areas and to ensure adequate lab support is in place for Charles' research projects. Activities include but are not limited to updating databases, monitoring consumable usage, maintaining and cleaning equipment and common wet laboratory areas, disposing of waste, preparation of buffers / solutions and compliance monitoring.95 Laboratory Attendant/Storeman\2013 (7910) Salary Scale: €35,196 - €40,173 Per Annum Pro Rata @ 0.5FTEAppointment will be made on scale and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelinesClosing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 07/11/2025Applications 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. Tugtar cuireadh d'iarratais ar post sealadach Freastalaí Saotharlainne laistigh de Scoil an Leighis UCD (Institiúid Deirmeolaíochta Charles)Tugtar cuireadh do iarratais don ról sealadach agus leath-am mar Fhreastalaí Saotharlainne in Institiúid Deirmeolaíochta Charles sa Choláiste Ollscoile, Baile Átha Cliath (UCD).Tuarastal: €35,196 - €40,173 Pro Rata @ 0.5FTEDéanfar an ceapachán ar scála agus de réir threoirlínte na Roinne AirgeadaisDáta dúnta: 12:00 uair (am áitiúil na hÉireann) ar 07.11.2025Ní 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/

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to work on a chemical education project on modernising laboratory education. The position is associated with a HEA funded (Irish Government’s Human Capital Initiative, HCI, supported by the National Training Fund) initiative. This large-scale inter-institutional educational initiative (involving MU, DkIT, TUS, UCC and DCU) explores the use of virtual laboratories as a teaching tool for the experimental sciences. The initiative will also involve working with both education technology providers, industry stakeholders and student partners. The project entails developing a new curriculum aimed at providing learners with enhanced technical and work readiness skills of relevance to the modern chemical sciences sector. The project involves using in-house and commercial virtual laboratory teaching resources and has developed a science lab recording studio at UCC.

Salary Scale:

Post-Doctoral Researcher (2025)                                            €46,305 p.a. (1 point)

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

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Teaching Fellow in Creative Writing within School of English, Drama and Film Applications are invited for a fixed-term appointment as Teaching Fellow in Creative Writing in the School of English, Drama and Film. Applicants must be experienced writers with a strong record of publication and be able to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in this rapidly developing area in the School. The successful candidate will teach in the BA programme in English with Creative Writing, the MA and MFA programmes in Creative Writing. Fixed Salary: €44,993 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 07 November 2025. Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned. < #WorkatUCD >

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