Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Research Engineer in Electronic/Electrical Engineering or Sensor Design within UCD School of Biosystems and Food Engineering The lack of cost-effective, real-time monitoring and control systems means that bioprocesses which include Anaerobic Digestion (AD), brewing, distilling and dairy processing, are operated sub-optimally and as such are experiencing loses in productivity, yields and profits. These loses could be alleviated if key analytes that indicate bioprocess performance, could be quantified, automatically, accurately, cost effectively and in real time. This Enterprise Ireland Commercialisation fund project titled - "Microorganism Based Biosensor Platform" seeks to commercialise a microorganism based biosensor platform that has been developed in UCD to provide real time and cost-effective analyte detection bioprocesses. Salary: €45,488 to €56,488 per annum Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience. Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 03/04/2026Applications 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/

INFANT Research Centre is now accepting applications for an enthusiastic and committed Senior Research Coordinator – Senior Research Nurse Manager to provide senior nursing leadership across a portfolio of clinical research studies and strategic projects within INFANT. This is a centre-wide role, and the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing nursing requirements across multiple active and planned studies. The postholder will manage and support the INFANT nursing team, ensure that all projects have appropriate nursing cover, and provide direct nursing input on larger or strategically important studies. Working closely with Principal Investigators, project leads, the INFANT Quality Team, and collaborating clinical teams, the successful candidate will ensure that research nursing activity is delivered to the highest standards of participant safety, family-centred care, research quality, and regulatory compliance. In addition to operational leadership, the Senior Research Nurse Manager will engage in research activity appropriate to the role, including contributing to protocol development, implementation of high-quality study procedures, dissemination through abstracts, presentations and publications, and the embedding of Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) in study planning and delivery. The postholder will also be expected to demonstrate strong GDPR awareness, sound people-management capability, and a commitment to continuous improvement within a quality-managed research environment.

Post Status: Fixed-term Contract– Full-time and Fully-funded 

Research Group / Department / School: Transportation Engineering, Department of Civil Engineering, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin 

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

Reports to: Prof Brian Caulfield and Dr Abhilash C. Singh 

Terms & Conditions: Provided below 

Hours of Work: Full-time Closing Date: 12 Noon (GMT), 30th June 2026

Post Summary 

The PhD studentship is part of the SEAI-funded CIRCUIT project (Causal Inference for Resilient Cities and Urban Integrated Transport), a four-year interdisciplinary research programme at Trinity College Dublin. The project develops advanced econometric and machine learning frameworks to analyse the causal relationships between transport behaviour, residential energy consumption, and environmental outcomes in urban systems. 

The successful candidate will undertake doctoral research focused on activity-based travel behaviour, household energy use, and sustainability policy, contributing to the development of causal inference and agent-based modelling tools. The PhD will be supervised within the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering and will involve close collaboration with postdoctoral researchers and project partners, as well as engagement with national stakeholders including SEAI, the Department of Transport, and local authorities.

Funding Information 

This PhD studentship is supported by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) under the National Energy Research, Development and Demonstration Programme as part of the CIRCUIT project. A stipend of €25,000 per annum will be provided. A one-time fund for a laptop/PC for research use will be provided. Funding may also be provided to attend one international and one EU conference per year, subject to satisfactory performance. 

Essential Qualifications / skills / knowledge 

• A first-class or upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in civil (transport) engineering, economics, computer science, or a closely related discipline 

• Master’s degree in civil (transport) engineering, economics, computer science, or a closely related discipline 

• Excellent communication and writing skills in English (reflected by TOEFL/IELTS scores) 

• Prior research experience in transport, energy, sustainability, or quantitative social science.

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1 within UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science. A Post Doctoral is required to support research activities in the field of ruminant livestock production and enteric methane emissions. The focus of this project is to determine the impact of sward type on performance and environmental impact of grazing beef cattle with a specific focus on the impacts of enhanced sward botanical diversity of rumen fermentation and enteric methane emissions including the development of methane emissions factors. Irish livestock production systems are predominantly pasture based and until recently sown pastures have been predominantly ryegrass monocultures. Such systems, while offering many competitive advantages from a feed cost perspective have a heavy reliance on fertiliser nitrogen application and are associated with losses of nitrogen to the wider environment. Recent work by our team has highlighted the potential of diverse swards (Multispecies swards) to enhance animal and sward performance from lower levels of fertiliser nitrogen. This study will quantify the impacts of diverse swards on enteric methane emissions including the development of methane emissions factors for grazing beef cattle. The primary responsibilities within the role will relate to animal husbandry and handling, measurement and analysis of enteric methane emissions data and measurement of rumen fermentation variables with a concurrent role in managing the beef production systems and the UCD Lyons Long-term grazing platform.Salary: €46,805 per annum. Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 07/04/2026.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. The PD1 position is intended for early stage researchers, either just after completion of a PhD or for someone entering a new area for the first time. If you have already completed your PD1 stage in UCD or will soon complete a PD1, or you are an external applicant whose total Postdoctoral experience, inclusive of the duration of the advertised post, would exceed 4 years, you should not apply and should refer to PD2 posts instead.

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: Teaching Assistant in Sociology

JOB SYNOPSIS

The Department of Sociology at the University of Limerick (UL) invites applications for a Teaching Assistant in Sociology. The Department of Sociology is a dynamic and collaborative environment that delivers excellence in research, teaching, and societal impact. Our faculty members’ teaching and research interests span the breadth of the discipline and have expertise in quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods approaches. The Department’s research profile is distinguished by its dual commitment to rigorous scholarly enquiry and meaningful social impact, supported by a robust track record in securing competitive funding from both national and international sources, including Research Ireland and EU funders. Our strong publication and citation record is complemented by faculty members’ active engagement with local, national, and supranational bodies, and policy and practice-oriented impact work. The Department of Sociology is committed to providing our students an intellectually stimulating educational experience that cultivates disciplinary knowledge and transferable skills. We offer high-quality curricula designed to foster critical thinking, methodological competence, and deep engagement with pressing social issues. Our teaching is research-driven, and our pedagogical practices are designed to empower students as active and reflective learners. In addition to our undergraduate programmes, we support a growing community of postgraduate students across taught Masters and PhD pathways. This thriving academic community provides an excellent foundation for developing the next generation of Sociologists. If you are passionate about advancing in the field of Sociology within a leading academic institution, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.

Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences

Department of Sociology

Contract Type: 10 Month Fixed Term

Salary Scale: €38,890 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:

Professor Martin J Power

Head

Department of Sociology

University of Limerick

Email: martin.j.power@ul.ie

Applications are invited for the following position:

Title of Post: Teaching Assistant in Politics and International Relations

JOB SYNOPSIS

The Department of Politics and Public Administration is seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant in Politics and International Relations for a ten-month period. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the teaching of a postgraduate module on contemporary empirical research in International Relations (International Co-operation and Conflict), as well as to other undergraduate modules in Politics and International Relations. We are especially interested in candidates able to contribute to the teaching of (qualitative or quantitative) research methods at undergraduate level.

Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences

Department of Politics & Public Administration

Contract Type: 10 Month Fixed Term

Salary Scale: €38,390 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 Andrew Shorten

Head

Department of Politics and Public Administration

University of Limerick

Email: andrew.shorten@ul.ie

Applications are invited for the following position:

Title of Post: Post Doctoral Researcher (Level 1) in Biotherapeutics

JOB SYNOPSIS

The position is in an RI funded ARC Hub on Therapeutics.  This position is in a Team whose focus is to develop the immunomodulatory enzymes (IMEs), PrtI and PrtV, from Lactobacillus sp., as topical treatments for inflammatory skin diseases:

(see https://patentsgazette.uspto.gov/week48/OG/html/1528-4/US12150976-20241…) We will delivery Proof of Concept (POC) of efficacy in preclinical models with a focus on Atopic Dermatitis (AD) The demonstration that IMEs are efficacious anti-inflammatories will provide a new generation of treatments for, first, inflammatory skin diseases and potential other immune-mediated disorders.   

Faculty of Science & Engineering

Department of Biological Sciences

Contract Type: Specific Purpose

Salary Scale: €46,805 - €53,391 p.a. pro rata (maximum starting salary €47,405 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:

Professor Jakki Cooney

Department of Biological Sciences

University of Limerick

Email: jakki.cooney@ul.ie

School/Department:    School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, Department of Sociology 

Job category & level:   Academic; Assistant Professor (Full-time, 5 Year Fixed Term Tenure-Track)

The Purpose of the Role: 

The Department of Sociology, School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Sociology (Gender and Sexuality), commencing on 1 August 2026. The successful candidate will develop a new research stream on gender and sexuality and contribute to the Department’s existing areas of excellence, which can be explored at TCD Sociology Research. 

The appointee will teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, engage in public and policy debates, and collaborate with other departments and external research partners. 

Research on gender and sexuality in sociology explores how gendered and sexual identities, relationships, and hierarchies are socially constructed across institutions such as labour markets, the state, education, family, culture, law, and medicine. It examines how gender and sexual norms operate through power and inequality, and how these intersect with class, race, ethnicity, migration, and other axes of stratification. 

We welcome applications from candidates with strong records of empirical research and teaching in gender and sexuality, particularly those addressing contemporary or emerging issues. Areas of interest include gendered institutions and policy, embodiment and identity, sexuality and citizenship, intersectional inequalities, cultural and digital representations, social movements, and transformations in gender regimes. Comparative or crosscultural perspectives are especially encouraged. 

Candidates should demonstrate methodological expertise that is both rigorous and innovative. Applicants must hold a PhD in Sociology or a closely related discipline and, relative to career stage, show evidence of high-impact scholarship in international, peer-reviewed journals as well as experience in teaching and supervision.

Context: 

As part of the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy the Department of Sociology is seeking applicants with vision and enthusiasm, a genuine commitment to the vital roles of research and teaching, with an established record of research and clear potential for future research accomplishment, and flair for innovation in module design and teaching methods. 

The School of Social Sciences and Philosophy was formed in 2005 and comprises the Departments of Economics, Philosophy, Political Science and Sociology. With over 100 staff, the School has an international reputation in research and is committed to the dissemination of its knowledge and expertise to the benefit of the wider community. The School has a long-standing record of research scholarship and funding, housing significant research projects including ERC, IRC Laureate and Horizon Awards. 

The School, the third largest in the University, is also dedicated to excellence in teaching, being home to the undergraduate degree in PPES (Philosophy, Political Science, Economics and Sociology), the highly demanded Bachelor in Economic and Social Sciences (BESS) and offering undergraduate degrees via the Trinity Joint Honours Programmes in Economics, Philosophy, Political Science and Sociology. The School also offers eight taught postgraduate programmes across its disciplines, a suite of CPD modules, and has vibrant postgraduate research programmes with over 80 graduate students across the School undertaking structured PhD programmes. 

Our graduates are highly employable and much sought after; they populate leadership roles in Business, Industry, and the Public Sector, both in Ireland and abroad. Each of the Departments in the School is the top ranked in Ireland, with Philosophy and Political Science ranked in the top 100 and Economics and Sociology in the top 150 worldwide (QS rankings 2023). The School of Social Sciences and Philosophy has a strong tradition of internationalisation both in terms of international exchanges for its own students and the admission of non-EU students into its full-time programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. The School also has a long history of outreach and engagement with Irish society. The distinguishing feature of the research undertaken in the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy is the combination of important real-world questions, state of the art conceptual models and cutting-edge methods and analytical tools.

Qualifications: 

• Excellent academic record and have completed a Ph.D. in Sociology or cognate discipline

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Senior Contracts Officer within UCD Research. 

UCD is seeking to appoint a Senior Contracts Officer to play a key role in funded research grant mobilisation and contracting, supporting timely project start-up and effective post-award contract management. The role involves close collaboration with research and innovation leaders, the research community, and central support units including UCD Legal, Nova UCD, Finance, HR, and the UCD Clinical Research Centre, as well as external stakeholders, to ensure researcher needs are met efficiently while safeguarding the University's interests and reputation. The post holder will lead the review and negotiation of research contracts and actively contribute to the delivery of the unit's objectives and UCD's overall strategy. 

95 Administrative Officer 1a_2013 (2010) (7080) Salary Scale: €72,030 - €84,170 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 April 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 CVs 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 sealadach Oifigeach Sinsearach Conarthaí laistigh de Taighde UCD. 

Is mian le UCD Oifigeach Sinsearach Conarthaí a cheapadh chun ról lárnach a ghlacadh i ngluaiseacht agus i gconarthaí taighde maoinithe, ag tacú le tosú tionscadal agus le bainistíocht éifeachtach a dhéanamh ar chonarthaí iar-dhámhachtana. Beidh an ceapaí ag obair go dlúth le ceannairí taighde agus nuálaíochta, leis an bpobal taighde, agus le haonaid tacaíochta lárnacha lena n-áirítear Dlí UCD, Nova UCD, Airgeadas, AD, agus Ionad Taighde Cliniciúil UCD, chomh maith le geallsealbhóirí seachtracha, chun a chinntiú go gcomhlíontar riachtanais taighdeoirí go héifeachtúil agus leasanna agus dea-cháil na hOllscoile á gcosaint ag an am céanna. Beidh sealbhóir an phoist i gceannas ar athbhreithniú agus ar chaibidlíocht conarthaí taighde agus cuideoidh siad go gníomhach le cuspóirí an aonaid agus straitéis fhoriomlán UCD a bhaint amach. 

95 Scála Tuarastail Oifigeach Riaracháin 1a_2013 (2010) (7080): €72,030 - €84,170 in aghaidh na bliana

Déanfar an ceapachán ar scála agus de réir threoirlínte na Roinne Airgeadais 

Dáta dúnta: 12:00 uair (am áitiúil na hÉireann) ar 07 Mí Aibreán 2026. 

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

We are seeking a Student Recruitment Officer (permanent) to join the Admissions and Student Recruitment Office. This role is central to promoting the University to prospective students and supporting the wider Admissions and Student Recruitment function.

A Student Recruitment Officer will foster meaningful connections with prospective students and their influencers, ensuring a welcoming, informative, and supportive experience. The post-holder will work collaboratively across the University and with external stakeholders, including guidance counsellors, teachers, school leaders, Colleges of Further Education, parents, and colleagues across academic and administrative departments.

The Student Recruitment Officer position is ideal for someone with strong organisational, communication, and event management skills, who are proactive, flexible, and committed to delivering excellent service to prospective students.

Applicants should note that there will be a requirement to to travel nationwide and work outside normal office hours (occasionally at short notice) including weekends. 

The post holder will report to the Director of Admissions or their nominee.