28 Months, Fixed-Term, Whole-Time Post

Position Summary

Applications are invited for the role of Post-Doctoral Researcher within the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Science.

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Postdoctoral Researcher to join the interdisciplinary BLUESHORES project at the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University College Cork. 

This EU-funded project focuses on the development and validation of novel Hybrid Blue-Green Infrastructure (HBGI) to enhance shoreline resilience, support biodiversity, and integrate ecological and societal benefits across European estuarine and coastal environments. 

The successful candidate will be physically based in Cork, Ireland, and will work closely with international partners on the logistics, implementation, and evaluation of experimental eco-engineering structures across three European study sites.

Project Title: BLUESHORES: Developing Hybrid Multifunctional Foreshore Infrastructure that Optimises Environmental and Blue Economy Benefits.

Post Duration: 28 Months 

Salary: €45,847 – €52,339 per annum, IUA PD1 Salary Scale

Post Status: Specific Purpose Contract 

Research Group / Department / School: IDS–TILDA, Trinity Centre for Ageing and Intellectual Disability, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin 

Location: Chemistry Building Extension, Lincoln Gate, Trinity College, Dublin 2 

Reports to: Ms Margaret Haigh (IDS-TILDA Project Manager) 

Salary: Fixed rate per completed interview 

Hours of Work: Flexible (minimum 0.4 FTE)

Post Summary 

The Intellectual Disability Supplement to the Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (IDS-TILDA) is led by Professor Mary McCarron (Professor of Ageing and Intellectual Disability) within the Trinity Centre for Ageing and Intellectual Disability, Trinity College Dublin. IDS-TILDA is a large scale nationally representative study of people with an intellectual disability aged 40 years and over. The longitudinal design entails interviews at incremental time periods over a number of waves. Five waves of data collection have now been successfully completed. The post advertised is for data collectors for Wave 6. Data collection will commence in August/September 2025. 

The positions available are for field researchers throughout Ireland to interview participants with an intellectual disability in the IDS-TILDA study. The successful candidates will be able to work independently but also as part of a team under the direction of the Project Manager. 

We are looking for enthusiastic people with strong organizational and communications skills, and experience of working directly with adults with intellectual disability. The successful candidates will join an exciting multi-disciplinary and multi-partner research effort focused on older adults with an intellectual disability participating in Ireland’s first national study on ageing and intellectual disability.

Person Specification 

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

Qualifications 

Honors degree or post graduate preparation in a discipline that is relevant to Intellectual Disability, such as Intellectual Disability Nursing, Social Sciences, Education, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation and the range of associated therapies.

Applications are invited for appointment as a Lecturer (Type B) in Bioinformatics within the School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences at the University of Galway. 

The University of Galway is a publicly funded university, one of the top three universities in Ireland, and is in the top 1% of universities in the world according to QS rankings. The University has earned international recognition as a research-led university with a commitment to highest-quality teaching and research and plays a leading role in Bioinformatics and Genomics Data Science nationally, including as the lead institution of the Research Ireland Centre for Research Training (CRT) in Genomics Data Science. The University’s commitment to and strong track record in bioinformatics and genomics research has translated into high-quality, research-led teaching programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. 

The Discipline of Bioinformatics has particular research strengths in the development and application of novel statistical and computational methods to analyze high throughput biological data generated using a wide range of technologies, as well as in the specific areas of cancer multi-omics, complex disease genomics, pathogen genomics, and molecular evolution.  

We are seeking to recruit a talented Lecturer in Bioinformatics for a permanent role, comprising teaching, research, and service. Applicants with research interests in any area of Bioinformatics or Computational Biology are invited to apply. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and supervision at all levels and should have an excellent track record in research and scholarship in Bioinformatics. They will demonstrate an interest in participating in academic administration, and engagement with industry and wider society regionally, nationally, and internationally.  

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr. Pilib Ó Broin, School of Mathematical & Statistical Sciences, Email: pilib.obroin@universityofgalway.ie  

Additional information on the School can be found at: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/science-engineering/school-of-maths/ 

Salary: €63,624 to €101,498 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 10th July 2025.  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.  

The full-time hours of work for academic staff are 39 hours per week.

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 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. 

Are you a qualified nurse, looking for an impactful role that involves helping patients whose lives have been impacted by cancer? Do you want to join a passionate and growing team in cancer research at Cork University Hospital?

The UCC Cancer Trials Group (UCC CTG) is looking for an enthusiastic Research Nurse (CNMI) 39hrs a week or part time to support the cancer trials team at Cork University Hospital – Cancer Trials Cork Unit. 

ABOUT UCC CTG:

The UCC CTG is a new HRB funded collaborative team which aims to bring together a dedicated team of cancer specialists and research staff across the south of Ireland. The UCC CTG is part of Cancer Research @UCC, a translational cancer research centre within the College of Medicine & Health at University College Cork. The UCC CTG group includes 3 cancer trials units at Cork University Hospital (CTC @CUH), University Hospital Waterford and Bons Secours Hospital Cork. 

For more information about the group, check our website: https://www.ucc.ie/en/cancer-research/ or our Twitter @UCCCancerTrials 

ABOUT Cancer Trials Cork @CUH unit:

Cancer Trials cork @CUH has been in operation for close to two decades, serving a geographically diverse population of 1.2 million in the South of Ireland. Our broad portfolio encompasses phase 1-3 therapeutic trials in haematologic/solid malignancies, radiation therapy and surgery: including academic collaborative trials via Cancer Trials Ireland, and industry trials, with a developing portfolio of investigator-initiated trials (IITs). 

As a summary, the role will include (see more information in the candidate pack): 

• Significant clinical responsibilities.
• Take part in portfolio studies taking place in the Cancer Trials Cork unit at Cork University Hospital.
• Engage cross-functionally with different stakeholders, knowledge sharing, and building relationships. 
• This role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, computer literacy, organization and an awareness of time management.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

• Qualified Nurse (Mandatory RGN, BSc,).
• Oncology background or related experience would be a strong advantage.
• Strong interest in gaining experience in this area will also be considered without previous experience in Oncology nursing. 

WAYS TO GET IN TOUCH: 

• For informal enquiries: roisin.connolly@ucc.ie 
• Apply with your CV through https://ore.ucc.ie/, Type the job ID into the keywords section and the role will come up. 

Project Title: UCC Cancer Trials Group (Cancer Research @ UCC / Cancer Trials Cork @CUH)

We are seeking an excellent academic to join our staff as a full-time permanent Assistant Professor / Lecturer with a specialism in Early Modern Irish History. The person appointed will have a proven record of teaching, research and publication, appropriate to career stage. They will be expected to make a strong contribution to the teaching programme of the Department and undertake teaching duties on the Department’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes as well as the supervision of Master’s and PhD students.

The appointee will be expected to build a strong research profile, that supports the University’s research strategy including affiliating to the Research Institutes, where appropriate and working with colleagues on national and international research. The appointee will be expected to sustain and conduct research, engage in scholarship of quality and substance and generate publications of international standard. 

Applications are invited for the post of Lecturer in Regulatory and Process Compliance, School of Biological and Chemical Sciences, at the University of Galway. 

Ollscoil na Gaillimhe – University of Galway has been inspiring minds since 1845 as a research-led university. It is one of the oldest and largest universities in Ireland. The campus community includes over 21,000 students and staff and 110,000 alumni located in over 100 countries across the world. University of Galway has earned international recognition as a research-led university with a commitment to top quality teaching. University of Galway is counted among the Top 300 universities in the world, positioned in the top 2% in QS global rankings. The university has committed to aligning all major activities, including teaching, research, operations, and engagement to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), targets and indicators. University of Galway is ranked 34th in the world and first in Ireland in the Times Higher Education’s Impact Rankings.

The Lecturer will be located within the School of Biological and Chemical Sciences, which hosts programmes and pathways in Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Biopharmaceutical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Genetics/Genomics, Medicinal Chemistry, MedTech, Microbiology, and Plant and Agribioscience. We also offer postgraduate taught programmes in Medical Technology Regulatory Affairs and Quality, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, AgriFood Sustainability & Technology, and Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security.

The Lecturer will be expected to work closely with associated MSc and BSc programmes. As a type A lecturer, the focus of the position is on teaching and administration, however development of research activities is desirable, particularly to enable research-led teaching. The MSc in Medical Technology Regulatory Affairs and Quality and the BSc in Science and Technology Studies at the University of Galway involves working with students and groups from diverse backgrounds. 

The School of Biological and Chemical Sciences especially encourages applications from candidates who can enhance the diversity and inclusiveness of the academic community.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Olivia McDermott, Email olivia.mcdermott@universityofgalway.ie.  (+353) 87 2205256 (by prior appointment).  Initial Email communication is recommended.  Follow up telephone calls or virtual meetings (MS Teams or Zoom) can be arranged by appointment subsequently. 

Information on the University's Strategic Plan is available at:  https://www.universityofgalway.ie/strategy2025/

The full-time hours of work for academic staff are 39 hours per week.

Salary: 

€63,624 to €101,498 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)

Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (Irish Time) on 3rd July 2025. 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.

Applications are invited for the permanent position of Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering from 1st September 2025 at the University of Galway. The university seeks to appoint a world-class individual with specific expertise in kinematics and dynamics of machines to capitalise on and strengthen University of Galway’s international position in the thematic areas of robotics for advanced manufacturing and sustainability. There are many exciting opportunities for fundamental research and technological innovation in kinematics and dynamics to achieve breakthroughs in robotics for manufacturing, construction and infrastructure operation; autonomous air, sea and land vehicles; and offshore renewable energy. 

The School is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with a competitive background in Mechanical Engineering, with a specific focus on kinematics and dynamics of machines, including design. The successful candidate will develop new teaching, drawing on their expertise and the state-of-the-art research in kinematics and dynamics of machines, to prepare students for careers in rapidly growing industries, including robotics, autonomous vehicles, and renewable energy. They will build a research programme that addresses critical problems faced by industry partners in Ireland, Europe and globally, working closely with colleagues in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and other relevant disciplines.  

The successful candidates will actively contribute to the strategic visions of the University of Galway and the College of Science and Engineering. Specifically, they will contribute to research, teaching, student project supervision, and programme administration across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Mechanical Engineering and the School of Engineering. In particular, the taught postgraduate programme offerings in Mechanical Engineering, Intelligent Robotics, and Wind Energy Engineering continue to evolve and grow at University of Galway and the appointees will contribute to this growth.  

The appointee will be expected to work with colleagues across the relevant academic disciplines and research institutes of the university and contribute to the excellent research capacity in Mechanical Engineering, which has active clusters in materials, energy, fluid dynamics, manufacturing, computational modelling, ergonomics, acoustics, enterprise systems, and health and safety, and other closely related disciplines, including Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Researchers from the School of Engineering at University of Galway play leading roles in centres and networks including the Ryan Institute, the Institute for Health Discovery 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. The successful candidate will be expected to apply for major funding awards, for example from Research Ireland, the European Research Council and Horizon Europe, and will develop national and international collaborations with academia and industry. The new appointees will be expected to disseminate their work through high-quality peer-reviewed journals, high-impact conferences, and workshops.  

The successful candidates shall possess: 

• Primary degree and PhD qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering disciplines. 
• Experience in third level teaching and the ability to deliver undergraduate and graduate level modules in areas including, but not limited to, kinematics, dynamics, control of machines, design. 
• An appropriate portfolio of high-quality peer-reviewed publications in the areas of kinematics, dynamics, and control of machines, including design, and their application in fields including robotics, autonomous vehicles, and renewable energy.  
• A strong commitment to working with colleagues across the School of Engineering within existing, established research centres and groups, and a willingness and ability to develop and lead new research activity and research groupings. 
• An ability and willingness to conduct programme administration and management in a public service university environment. 
• An ability to take leadership roles in delivering new programmes, including those of a cross-disciplinary nature with colleagues across the School of Engineering, . 
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, and an ability and commitment to develop collaborative relationships with other academic staff in the pursuit of teaching and research objectives of the University of Galway. 

• A strong commitment to working with the Engineering and closely related industry, particularly in terms of collaborative research. 

  Equality and Diversity 

  University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer. The University of Galway has a deep commitment to equal opportunities, and in 2022, the School of Engineering was conferred with the Athena Swan Silver Award, the first time this was awarded to a school of engineering in Ireland. The School of Engineering is deeply committed to making real and lasting changes to career development in supporting and advancing women throughout the pipeline at undergraduate, graduate, postdoctoral and academic staff levels. More information on School, College and University activities in this domain can be found on www.universityofgalway.ie/womeninengineering/, www.universityofgalway.ie/science-engineering/edi/ and http://www.universityofgalway.ie/genderequality/. 

  For detailed information on the requirements, please refer to the Eligibility Requirements section of the Job Description. 

  For informal enquiries, please contact: Professor Laoise McNamara, Email: laoise.mcnamara@universityofgalway.ie.   

  Professor Rory Monaghan, Email: rory.monaghan@universityofgalway.ie.   

  Salary:  €63,624 to €101,498 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) 

  Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (Irish Time) on Thursday 3rd July 2025.  It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date. 

  Garda vetting will apply on appointment.  

  Appointments will be conditional on work authorisation validation.  The full-time hours of work for academic staff are 39 hours per week. 
   

   

Applications are invited for two Lecturing positions in Biomedical Engineering at University of Galway: 

• Post 1 (Permanent) Biomedical Engineering. 
• Post 2 (Specific Purpose Contract circa 2.5 years) Biomedical Engineering. 

Applicants will be considered for both posts unless they specifically state that they wish to be considered for one post only. 

The University seeks to appoint two internationally leading individuals with outstanding research track-records in the field of Biomedical Engineering. Research expertise of applicants may fall under a broad range of areas in the field of Biomedical Engineering, including, but are not limited to, medical device design, experimental and computational cell and tissue mechanobiology, biomaterials, computational biomechanics and digital-twin development for next generation medical innovation.  It is expected that the successful candidates will develop outstanding research programmes in Biomedical Engineering, working with colleagues across the University’s academic disciplines and research institutes, in addition to developing a strong network of leading international collaborators. It is also expected that the successful candidates will develop strong collaborations with the medical technology industry. 

The Galway region is a major global hub for the Med-Tech industry. Several leading multi-national medical device companies have established their European headquarters in the region. Additionally, an extensive community of indigenous innovative start-up companies has emerged over the past twenty years. The University is an integral part of this vibrant Med-Tech ecosystem and has developed an extensive collaborative network between industry and academic partners. This dynamic and innovative ecosystem will provide the successful candidates with a unique platform to foster highly impactful fundamental and translational collaborative research. 

The successful candidates will actively contribute to the strategic visions of the University of Galway and the College of Science and Engineering. Specifically, they will contribute to research, teaching, student project supervision, and programme administration across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Biomedical Engineering and the School of Engineering. The successful candidates will be expected to work with colleagues across the relevant academic disciplines and research institutes of the university and contribute to the excellent research capacity in Biomedical Engineering, which has active clusters in biomechanics, biomaterials, medical devices, mechanobiology, and other disciplines, including Electrical and Electronic Engineering. Researchers from the School of Engineering at University of Galway play leading roles in national research centres and networks including the Institute for Health Discovery and Innovation and CÚRAM Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices. 

The successful candidates will be expected to apply for major funding awards, for example from Research Ireland, the European Research Council and Horizon Europe, and will develop national and international collaborations with academia and industry. The new appointees will be expected to disseminate their work through high-quality peer-reviewed journals, high-impact conferences, and workshops.   

The new appointee will be required to make significant contributions to the teaching programmes in Biomedical Engineering at University of Galway. In terms of teaching, the appointees will be expected to contribute strongly to undergraduate and postgraduate modules, student project supervision, and administration activities of the Discipline of Biomedical Engineering, the School of Engineering, and the College of Science and Engineering. Primary teaching responsibilities may be in the areas of medical device design, drug delivery, biomaterials, cell and tissue bioengineering, computational biomechanics and machine learning.  In addition to development and delivery of taught modules in our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, the supervision and mentorship of Masters level research projects is a key component of the roles.  

The successful candidates shall possess: 

• A primary degree in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related discipline; 
• A PhD in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related discipline; 
• Experience in third level teaching, including lecturing and student supervision; 
• An appropriate publication record, to include peer-reviewed journal publications, an appropriate research funding record, and the capacity to develop a strong research programme in Biomedical Engineering; 
• An ability to conduct programme administration and management in a public service university environment; 
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, and an ability and commitment to develop collaborative relationships with other academic staff in the pursuit of teaching and research objectives in Biomedical Engineering; 
• A strong commitment to working with colleagues within existing, established research centres and groups and a willingness to develop and lead new research activity and research groupings;  
• A strong commitment to contributing to the development and delivery of established and new postgraduate taught programmes and modules; 
• A strong commitment to working with the medical technologies industry.  

For informal enquiries, please contact:   

Professor Patrick McGarry, Email patrick.mcgarry@universityofgalway.ie  

Professor Laoise McNamara, Email laoise.mcnamara@universityofgalway.ie  

Additional information on the College of Science and Engineering, the School of Engineering and the Discipline of Biomedical Engineering is available at:  

http://www.universityofgalway.ie/science-engineering/engineering/    

Biomedical Engineering - University of Galway 

Salary:  € 63,624 to € 101,498. 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 Thursday 3rd July 2025.  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. 

The full-time hours of work for academic staff are 39 hours per week.

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer. 

The successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary research team that is conducting a cutting-edge project investigating the invasiveness of glioblastomas, the most aggressive form of brain cancer. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cancer biology research within a dynamic and collaborative academic environment. Candidates with a background in biochemistry, cell biology, or a related discipline are encouraged to apply. The post-holder will help with the day-to-day management of the lab, generation of gene knockdown tools and the development and maintenance of glioblastoma cell lines.

Project Title: This position is funded by Research Ireland as part of the “Tracking Recycling in Brain Cancer: The TRIBeCA Study”

Post Duration: 18 Months, Whole-Time Post 

PhD Studentship

Post Summary

4-year PhD studentship: Tracking Recycling in Brain Cancer: The TRIBeCA Study

We invite applications for a four-year funded PhD studentship in the School of Biochemistry & Cell Biology at University College Cork. This Research Ireland-funded project aims to improve our understanding of the mechanisms that drive glioblastomas to invade into surrounding healthy brain tissue. Glioblastomas are incurable brain tumours that cause over 200,000 deaths worldwide, each year. The current treatment: surgery followed by radiation and chemotherapy, is brutal and has changed little in 20 years. A better understanding of the biological pathways that drive glioblastoma aggressiveness will help in the search for new and better brain cancer treatments.

The successful applicant will work within a multidisciplinary team of cell biologists, physiologists and bioinformaticians that will use state-of-the-art 2D and 3D models to analyze glioblastoma invasion.

Funding

The PhD position is funded for 4 years. It includes a tax-free stipend of €25,000 per annum, with tuition fees covered.

Start Date

September 2025

Eligibility Criteria

Essential:

• A minimum 2.1 Honours degree (or equivalent) in Genetics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Cell Biology or other closely related discipline.
• Strong interest in biomedical research.
• Strong interest in cancer biology.
• Demonstrated laboratory skills, including experience with cell culture, protein biochemistry and biological analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Desirable:

• A Master’s degree (or equivalent research experience) in a relevant field (e.g., Cancer Biology, Bioinformatics, Molecular Cell Biology).
• Previous hands-on experience with cell culture, molecular biology and protein biochemistry.
• Knowledge of good experimental design.
• Familiarity with statistical software packages such as GraphPad or R.