Graduate Ambassador - Student Engagement Vacancy ID: 038908 | Closing Date: 08-Jan-2026 12:00 Contract: 18 months | Salary: €31,119 (1st point of Grade III salary scale, based on rates effective 01/08/2025) SETU is committed to teaching and learning, the quality of its academic programmes and its leadership in widening participation in higher education. We are committed to providing quality higher education opportunities for all learners that meet the varied needs of learners, whilst also providing a platform for regional economic, social and cultural development. Role Overview The Graduate Ambassador will work as part of the Student Services team. This diverse role allows recent SETU graduates with a passion for the university to use their knowledge and experience to support initiatives that assist students in their transition to SETU and encourage other students to become involved in the SETU community. A key part of the role will be to help create a sense of belonging among students, fostering an inclusive and supportive campus environment. Job Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Education and Training Industry: Marketing Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at South East Technological University by 2×. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading educational institution in Ireland seeks a Graduate Ambassador to engage with students and promote a sense of community at the university. This entry-level role involves supporting fellow students during their transition and fostering an inclusive environment. Recent graduates passionate about education are encouraged to apply for this full-time position with a contract of 18 months and a salary starting at €31,119. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Vacancy ID : 038844 Closing Date : 07-Jan-2026 12:00 Vacancy: 038844 - DESIGN+ Gateway Business Development Manager Contract: Specified Purpose - 1 year Salary: €88,231 (Senior Management salary scale, point 1) The DESIGN+ Gateway based at SETU's Carlow Campus is part of a nationwide network of 17 Gateways, supported by Enterprise Ireland's Technology Gateway Programme whose objective is to deliver technology solutions for Irish industry ( ). The DESIGN+ Gateway provides technology solutions in Applied Design for the close-to-market needs of Irish industry in the Engineering, ICT & Software and Bio Life Science sectors and acts as a portal to wider expertise on a national level through the Enterprise Ireland Technology Gateway Network. The Gateway Manager will be responsible for the operational management, business development and industry collaboration activity of the DESIGN+ Gateway. They will be responsible for promoting, securing and successfully delivering on the targeted level of industrial collaborative projects. The role will involve managing the industrial engagement process with Irish industry through new business development and working closely with SETU's Centres of Research and Enterprise (COREs) in engineering, ICT & software and bio-life Sciences, to develop and implement strategies to further progress DESIGN+ competencies through delivering world class solutions for industry. The DESIGN+ Gateway Manager will report to the Vice President Research, Innovation and Impact. The Design + Gateway Manager will provide progress reports to Enterprise Ireland and the Industry Steering Committee on the industry engagement performance of the Gateway. #SETUC
Vacancy ID: Technician - Plumbing Apprenticeships (039144) Salary: The gross salary applicable to the post of Technician is currently €38,803 - €54,884 as at 01/08/2025. Contract: Permanent WholeTime The Technician position is a permanent position in the Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment at SETU Waterford. The appointee will assist in the functions relating to the Plumbing Apprenticeship Workshop within the Department of Apprenticeships & Skills. The appointee will provide support of a technical nature and work closely with lecturing and other staff in discharging their duties. The person appointed will have a broad knowledge of plumbing and have the appropriate training and competencies for a range of equipment including those associated with plumbing and welding. The appointee must be flexible, use their own initiative and adapt to new technical challenges to enhance the services of the Department. Application Process: Applications must be made through the online recruitment system on SETU's Vacancies page on the website. Please log onto SETU Vacancies for further details and to apply for this position. Applications will not be accepted by email, any other third-party website or in any other format. Garda Vetting may be required for particular posts. SETU is an equal opportunities employer. #SETUW
Vacancy ID : 038744 Closing Date : 08-Jan-2026 12:00 Vacancy: 038744 - Systems Librarian Contract: Specified Purpose - 3 years Salary: Senior Staff Officer Salary Scale: €57,324 - €70,033 Library staff are responsible for providing a professional pro-active, cost effective and efficient library and information service in support of the learning and research requirements of SETU. The appointee may be assigned to any of a very wide range of areas or activities carried out in a University Library, on any of its campuses. Systems Librarians require specialist knowledge of library systems, processes and infrastructures, technical expertise and competencies to carry out, support and manage these services. The appointee will be based in the Carlow campus and may be assigned to any of a very wide range of areas or activities carried out in Carlow in collaboration with colleagues across SETU. Please see full job description for details. #SETUC
Vacancy ID: Technical Officer - Veterinary Medicine (Anatomy) (039124) Contract: Permanent Wholetime Contract Salary: The gross salary scale applicable to the post of Technical Officer is currently €45,191 - €75,489 as at 01/08/2025. The overall objective of this post is to provide technical support to staff and undergraduate veterinary medicine students during veterinary anatomy and pathology practical teaching sessions. The appointee will be located primarily at Teagasc Kildalton College with responsibility for the set-up and running of the veterinary anatomy and pathology dissection laboratories. They will source and preserve cadavers for teaching and research, ensuring compliance with all health and safety, biosecurity, and legislative requirements. The role involves the development and implementation of SOPs, risk assessments, and safety protocols, liaising with suppliers, and assisting with the safe handling of large animals as required. They must ensure laboratories are clean, well maintained, and adequately resourced. The postholder may be required to travel periodically to the SETU Cork Road campus to undertake duties as assigned. The appointee must be flexible, use their own initiative and adapt to new technical challenges to enhance the services of the Department. Application Process: Applications must be made through the online recruitment system on SETU's Vacancies page on the website. Please log onto SETU Vacancies for further details and to apply for this position. Applications will not be accepted by email, any other third-party website or in any other format. Garda Vetting may be required for particular posts. SETU is an equal opportunities employer. #SETUW
Vacancy ID : 039104 Closing Date : 09-Jan-2026 12:00 Vacancy: 039104 - Traveller and Roma Education Support Worker Contract: Specified Purpose - 18 months Salary: Grade IV salary scale: €38,599 - €54,911 SETU is committed to teaching and learning, the quality of its academic programmes and its leadership in widening participation in higher education. We are committed to the provision of quality higher education opportunities for all learners that meet the varied needs of learners, whilst also providing a platform for regional economic, social and cultural development. SETU is recruiting a Traveller Education Support worker to help foster greater participation, success and outcomes for all learners identified in as priority groups of the National Access Plan 2022-2028 in particular learners from the Irish Traveller and Roma communities. Reporting to the Head of Learner Support and Student Services the appointee will be based in the Access Office and work under the direction of the Access Officer. This is a diverse and challenging role requiring a range of interpersonal, communication organisational and administrative skills and high levels of confidentiality, flexibility, motivation and initiative. #SETUC
AI Solutions / Operations Lead (Specified Purpose - 2 years) 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Vacancy ID : 039004 • Closing Date : 07-Jan-2026 12:00 Contract: Specified Purpose - 2 years Salary: Senior Management salary scale €88,231 - €113,478 South East Technological University (SETU) was formed on 1st May 2022. Our Strategic Plan 2023‑2028: Connecting for Impact sets out ambitious goals and targets. SETU strives for excellence in the provision of high‑quality learning, recreational and living environments for our learners. This role is instrumental to the continuous delivery of this objective. The AI Solutions / Operations Lead will lead the development and deployment of AI technologies across the University to enhance our operations and drive operational excellence. They will assist in the definition of strategic priorities, shape how AI integrates into digital transformation efforts and ensure AI supports long‑term University goals. The role will be pivotal in delivering AI capabilities that enable solutions delivering substantial value to our university and enable the ongoing transformation of our internal operations. Core responsibilities include overseeing piloting and testing AI solutions, aligning AI use cases with University strategy, guiding deployment governance and reporting to Executive Management Team. They will also work across legal and operations to manage risk and compliance. This is a multi‑campus role, and the nature of the role requires interaction with Executive, Faculties, Management, staff and students across all SETU campuses. #SETUC Seniority level Director Employment type Full‑time Job function Sales and Business Development Industries Strategic Management Services Kildare, County Kildare, Ireland #J-18808-Ljbffr
A prominent educational institution in Ireland is looking for an AI Solutions / Operations Lead to spearhead the development of AI technologies. The ideal candidate will enhance operational excellence by integrating AI into strategic priorities and digital transformation efforts. Responsibilities include managing AI pilots, aligning initiatives with university strategy, and ensuring governance compliance. This pivotal role requires collaboration across multiple campuses, contributing to substantial value delivery to the university's internal operations. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading university in Ireland is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher - Research Engineer for a specified contract of 18 months. The role involves advancing radar-based health monitoring technologies through experimental design and collaboration with industry partners. The researcher will focus on a project for non-contact vital sign detection utilizing millimeter-wave radar. Candidates should possess a relevant PhD and expertise in radar signal processing and machine learning. This position offers €46,305 as part of the IUA Postdoctoral Researcher salary scale. #J-18808-Ljbffr
