Research Fellow

Post Status:                               Specific Purpose Contract 

Research Group/ School:        Trinity Centre for Literary and Cultural Translation, School of Languages, Literatures and Cultural Studies

Location:                                    Trinity Centre for Literary and Cultural Translation 

Job Category and Level:          Appointment will be made on the IUA Post -doctoral Researcher Salary Scale (Level 5) 

Hours of Work:                         39 hours per week

Closing Date:                            31-Mar-2026 12:00

The Purpose of the Role 

The Research Fellow will conduct a research project examining how Translation Studies, with a primary focus on literary and cultural translation, can respond to changing student expectations and evolving professional and creative sector demands, including the implications of generative AI. The Fellow will design and carry out research activities, including data collection, analysis, and synthesis, to inform evidence-based recommendations for postgraduate programme design and curriculum development in literary translation. 

Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Research Fellow will produce outputs such as reports, scholarly publications, and ultimately, a roadmap for the development of Translation Studies programmes. The role involves engagement with academic colleagues, postgraduate students, and external stakeholders, contributing to the wider scholarly and professional activities of the Trinity Centre for Literary and Cultural Translation. 

The position offers opportunities for the Fellow to develop advanced research, project management, and dissemination skills in the field of literary translation studies, supporting progression toward an independent academic or professional career in literary, cultural, or applied translation contexts.

Context 

This post is based in the Trinity Centre for Literary and Cultural Translation (TCLCT), within the School of Languages, Literatures and Cultural Studies. The Centre provides a focal point for research, postgraduate teaching, and outreach related to literary and cultural translation, promoting excellence in both scholarly and creative practice. 

The Research Fellow will report directly to the Principal Investigator and will work closely with academic staff and postgraduate students within the Centre. The post-holder will also collaborate with colleagues, and engage with external partners in publishing, literary organisations, and the wider translation community. 

The role contributes to the Centre’s mission to advance understanding of literary and cultural translation, both as a scholarly field and as a practical discipline, through research that informs programme design, pedagogical innovation, and outreach activities. The Fellow will participate in Centre meetings and activities, supporting its research profile and the dissemination of findings within academic and professional networks.

Qualifications 

• A PhD in Translation Studies, with a demonstrated specialism in some aspect of Literary and/or Cultural Translation.