34 Months, Fixed Term, whole-time Post The Medical Education Unit, School of Medicine UCC is recruiting a Post-Doctoral Researcher to work on a Health Research Board funded project. The project is an interdisciplinary collaboration with partners in the health and higher education sectors across Ireland. The research focuses on educating healthcare professionals to address the planetary crisis in their daily practice. Individual studies include literature reviews, large-scale surveys, interview/focus groups studies, co-design, consensus building, implementation and evaluation studies. These posts are suitable for newly qualified PhDs in areas such as health professions' education, sustainability education, health services research, public health, psychology, sociology, etc. Training in specific methodologies will be provided as required. Further opportunities for professional development will be provided by the UCC Post-Doc Development Hub. The Post-Doctoral Researchers will be part of a team of six full-time research staff and a part-time Research Administrator under the supervision of Prof. Deirdre Bennett. Key duties and responsibilities are outlined in the candidate brief. This post requires on-site presence at UCC. UCC Remote Working Policy will apply. Achievement of the expected progression within Post Doc and Senior Post Doc is transferable between the Irish HEI's. This can be reflected in the starting pay of a PD researcher. Similarly, as the PD scheme is an intergenerational training scheme completion of PD1 or PD 2 levels in one HEI will normally render that researcher ineligible for appointment at a similar level in another Irish HEI Researcher Career Development Framework | Irish Universities Association Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process. Project Title: Educating Healthcare Professionals for Climate Resilient and Sustainable Healthcare Systems Post Duration: 34 Months, whole-time Post For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Prof. Deirdre Bennett, Medical Education Unit, Email: For further information on the Department: University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives. Appointment may be made on the IUA PD1 Salary Scale: €46,805 - €53,391 p.a. Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to quoting the job-title. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Thursday 21st May 2026. No late applications will be accepted. 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12 Months, Fixed Term, Whole-time Post INFANT is now accepting applications for a Clinical Research Fellow to work on a number of probiotic projects assessing the impact of probiotic administration on the gut microbiome in infants and children under 2 years of age. These studies include two probiotics: Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus (LRa05) and Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis (BLa80). There are four randomised trials being performed in total including infants and children in the 0-6 months, 6-12 months and 12-24-month age groups. The successful Fellow will work in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team and will be based at the INFANT Centre, Cork University Maternity Hospital and Brookfield, UCC. The successful candidate would be involved in the conduct of the study and patient reviews throughout the study period. Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process. Project Title: WECARE : Infant and Child Probiotic Research Study Post Duration: (12) Months Whole-Time Post For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Professor Eugene Dempsey, INFANT Research Centre, Horgan Chair in Neonatology. Email: For further information on the Department INFANT - A research centre focused entirely on pregnancy, birth and early childhood University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives. Appointment may be made on the IUA Salary Scale: €66,548 - €72,514 p.a. Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to quoting the job-title. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday May 29th, 2026 No late applications will be accepted. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register. TPBN1_IJ
Permanent Whole Time Post University College Cork is seeking a Deputy Librarian who will support the University Librarian ensuring integrated service delivery across the department and that its strategic direction is aligned with the overall strategic direction of the University. The Deputy Librarian will lead the development and delivery of the Library's staff professional learning and development approach to ensure departmental effectiveness in a changing organisational and sectoral context and will lead a functional area, currently the Library's contribution to UCC's Learning, Teaching and Student Experience agenda. The postholder will be a key member of the Library Leadership team sharing strategic oversight of Library services, staff and functions to meet the needs of the University. You will be an experienced leader with strategic understanding of the changing higher education landscape, and the contribution libraries can make to research, learning and teaching. You will have personal drive, enthusiasm and professional expertise to provide excellent leadership, working closely and productively with students, academic staff researchers and professional services colleagues. Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process. For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Liz Jolly, email: University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives . Appointment may be made on the Senior Admin III Salary Scale: €91,907 - €130,222 (Scale B) / €87,311 - €123,714 (Scale A). Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal ( Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to , quoting the job-title. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Tuesday, 16th June 2026 No late applications will be accepted. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register. TPBN1_IJ
(3) Months, Fixed Term, Part-time post The School of Microbiology at University College Cork invites applications for the post of Research Assistant. The School of Microbiology is a research-led school of excellence, delivering a range of high quality undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses. The proud holder of an Athena SWAN Bronze award, the School is committed to advancing gender equality and to creating an inclusive and diverse learning and work environment. The game-changing development of LargeLanguage Models (LLMs) necessitates an urgent redesign of current continuous assessments in postgraduate bioinformatics teaching. To address these challenges, we here propose to develop both LLM-resilient and LLM-integrated coding-based assessments, which will promote academic integrity conceptual understanding and AI adaptation aligned with real-world bioinformatics workflows. The aim of this 3-month half-time [0.5 FTE] RA position is to complete a SATLE-funded project to enhance the integrity and authentic learning in postgraduate continuous assessment of bioinformatics. Project title: LLM-Aware Redesign of Assessment (LARA+): Enhancing Integrity & Authentic Learning in postgraduate continuous assessment of bioinformatics Duration: (3) months, part-time post Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check will form part of the selection process. For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Prof Marcus Claesson, School of Microbiology, Tel: + ; Email: For further information on the Department: Microbiology | University College Cork University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives . Appointment may be made on the Research Assistant IUA Salary Scale: €33,791 - €43,872 Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to quoting the job-title. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday, 22nd May, 2026. No late applications will be accepted. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register. TPBN1_IJ
Permanent Whole Time Post University College Cork Library is seeking a Head of Strategic Innovation who will support the University Librarian in driving transformative initiatives that enhance efficiency, user experience, and alignment with institutional goals, building a culture of innovation and evidence-based decision making. The postholder will be a proactive change leader who will actively identify opportunities and pain points across library activities including defined projects or areas identified for improvement. They will be a key member of the Library Leadership team sharing strategic oversight of Library services, staff and functions to meet the needs of the University. You will be an experienced leader with strategic understanding and significant experience in digital transformation, process improvement, or analytics leadership within complex organisations as well as demonstrable success in leading culture change and cross departmental transformation. You will have personal drive, enthusiasm and professional expertise to provide excellent leadership, working closely and productively with Library staff, and academic and professional services colleagues. Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process. For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Ms Liz Jolly, email: University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives . Appointment may be made on the Admin I Salary Scale: €85,266 - €112,323 (Scale B) / €82,333 - €106,704 (Scale A). Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal ( Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to , quoting the job-title. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Tuesday, 26th May 2026 No late applications will be accepted. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register. TPBN1_IJ
6 Months, Fixed Term, Whole-time post Applications are invited for the post of Research Assistant with a background in GIS to join the Coastal & Marine Science Communication, Stakeholder Engagement & Societal Impact (SCEI) research group, within the Coastal & Marine Systems (CMS) Research Area of the Sustainability Institute at University College Cork. The position is based at the Beaufort Building, Haulbowline Rd, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork, Ireland. The successful candidate will join a multi-national, trans-disciplinary team contributing to the ALANIS project (Impacts of artificial light at night on pelagic ecosystems in European seas), funded through JPI Oceans. CMS is a key research area within UCC's Sustainability Institute, which is internationally recognised for environmental research dedicated to understanding and protecting the natural environment. The Institute focuses on developing innovative technologies, tools, and services to support the transition to a zero-carbon and resource-efficient society. Researchers within CMS bring over 30 years of experience in delivering both fundamental and applied research, supported by competitively awarded national and international funding. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary research team with a focus on societal impact, science communication, outreach, and stakeholder engagement. The appointed applicant will contribute to the development of the ALANIS Web GIS, undertaking key responsibilities in geospatial data processing, analysis, and visualisation. This work will support the creation of accessible geospatial data products for integration into the project's Web-GIS platform. In addition, the candidate will support the development of StoryMaps for ALANIS and other research projects as they arise. Knowledge and understanding of Qimera, Python, Fledermaus geospatial analysis tools, ENVI, MaxEnt, SNAP, and Agisoft Metashape would be advantageous. Project title: ALANIS Duration: 6 months, whole-time post Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check will form part of the selection process. For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Grainne Lynch Email: For further information on the Department: Sustainability Institute at University College Cork University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives . Appointment may be made on the Research Assistant IUA Salary Scale: €33,791 - €43,872 Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to quoting the job-title. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday, 22nd May, 2026. No late applications will be accepted. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register. TPBN1_IJ
12 Months, Fixed Term, whole-time Post We are currently recruiting a Post-Doctoral Scientist, with a background in biomaterial and analytical science, to join an Industry-funded multidisciplinary research project. The Post-Doctoral Scientist will join our research team to undertake thorough experimental investigations into the process factors influencing biomaterial solution stability. The project seeks to establish analytical methodologies to determine solution stability and conduct experimental runs to investigate the solution stability under simulated production stresses such as temperature, time, forced degradation. The successful candidate will be expected to apply their experience to conduct risk assessments and develop experimental protocols. The candidate will be expected to prepare solutions of the biomaterial of interest under a range of conditions and explore solution stability employing analytical procedures they will establish as part of the project. The candidate should have previous experience of collecting, structuring, and analysing RP-HPLC data. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with ability to conduct independent research to a high level and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. The candidate will be based in the laboratory space in the School of Pharmacy, UCC, working with Prof. Abina Crean, Prof. Melissa Hanna-Brown, and Dr. Lorraine Bateman, University College Cork. The candidate will work closely with the industry partner to conduct a specified programme of research. Within our group we strive to support innovation and discovery through scientific excellence, teamwork, creativity, and ambition, in a research-based, globally oriented university. Overall, this position offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in biomaterial processing and characterisation applied to a commercial manufacturing setting. Overall, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to robust process design to support the manufacture of innovative biomedical products to improve patient health. Achievement of the expected progression within Post Doc and Senior Post Doc is transferable between the Irish HEI's. This can be reflected in the starting pay of a PD researcher. Similarly, as the PD scheme is an intergenerational training scheme completion of PD1 or PD 2 levels in one HEI will normally render that researcher ineligible for appointment at a similar level in another Irish HEI Researcher Career Development Framework | Irish Universities Association Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process. Project Title: Biomaterial Chemical Stability Post Duration: 12 Months, whole-time Post For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Prof. Abina Crean, School of Pharmacy Tel: + ; Email: For further information on the Department: Pharmacy | University College Cork University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives. Appointment may be made on the IUA PD1 Salary Scale: €46,805 - €53,391 p.a. Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to quoting the job-title. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday 29th May 2026. No late applications will be accepted. 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17 Months Specific purpose, whole-time post UCC wishes to appoint a Research Support Officer - Programme Manager to the Sustainability Institute/Energy Policy and Modelling Group, reporting to the Head of Department. The successful candidate will provide operational, administrative and strategic support for the Principal Investigators of the CAPACITY project, while concurrently supporting the Energy Policy and Modelling Group (EPMG). The role involves coordinating complex research and stakeholder activities across multiple projects and personnel, supporting reporting processes, managing operational, personnel and financial administration, coordinating events and communication activities, and supporting research impact and policy engagement activities. The postholder will work closely with academic researchers, government stakeholders and university professional services within a dynamic interdisciplinary research environment focussed on climate and energy policy. Project title: CAPACITY Climate Action Pathways and Absorptive Capacity Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process. For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Prof. Hannah Daly, Professor of Sustainable Energy, College of SEFS Tel: Email: For further information on the Department University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives Appointment may be made on the Salary Scale: €57, 000 p.a. Personal rate Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to quoting the job-title. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday 22nd May 2026 No late applications will be accepted. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register. TPBN1_IJ
47 Months, Fixed Term, part-time Post The Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation (CGR) was established in University College Cork (UCC) as a research unit within the Department of Medicine at UCC in September 2010. In addition to research-led clinical project activity, the centre supports interdisciplinary teaching and learning in Gerontology, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care through its Postgraduate Programmes in Older Person Rehabilitation and Dementia. Our core mission is to promote healthy ageing and to raise the standard of healthcare for older people. Ongoing research is focused on Parkinson's Disease, dementia and delirium, rehabilitation, advance care planning and palliative care in neurodegeneration, with a strong focus on research that is user-focussed and informs policy and quality improvement in the Health Service. CGR staff and researchers are from a broad range of disciplines and CGR has strong links to many other departments in the School of Medicine, and to other schools in the College of Medicine and Health, particularly Nursing and Clinical Therapies. Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation | University College Cork is currently recruiting a Post-Doctoral Researcher to work on the HEA-funded PD-Life consortium. We are seeking a highly motivated Post-Doctoral Researcher to join PD-Life, which is an emerging all-island hub of excellence that unites researchers, clinicians, people with Parkinson's, and advocacy partners to transform the understanding and care of Parkinson's disease (PD) across the island of Ireland. Focussing on stigma, gender and culture, mental health, physical activity, and wearable technology, the consortium projects will generate integrated, person-centred evidence to improve quality of life and support innovative interventions, foster cross-border collaboration, and train and mentor the next generation of Parkinson's disease research leaders. PD-LIFE is a consortium across 5 universities in Ireland (i.e., University College Cork, Queen's University Belfast, University of Limerick, Trinity College Dublin, University of Ulster), and the Tyndall Institute. Achievement of the expected progression within Post Doc and Senior Post Doc is transferable between the Irish HEI's. This can be reflected in the starting pay of a PD researcher. Similarly, as the PD scheme is an intergenerational training scheme completion of PD1 or PD 2 levels in one HEI will normally render that researcher ineligible for appointment at a similar level in another Irish HEI Researcher Career Development Framework | Irish Universities Association Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process. Project Title: HEA - 'PD Life' Post Duration: 47 Months, part-time Post For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Mr. Christopher Walsh on behalf of Professor Suzanne Timmons, Email: For further information on the Department: Centre for Gerontology and Rehabilitation | University College Cork University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives. Appointment may be made on the IUA PD1 Salary Scale: €46,805 - €53,391 p.a. Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to quoting the job-title. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday 12th June 2026. No late applications will be accepted. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register. TPBN1_IJ
3 years, Fixed Term, whole-time Post Access UCC, in partnership with the School of Education, UCC, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to support its mission to widen access to higher education and create an inclusive university environment where all students can thrive. The postholder will undertake applied, policy-relevant research to generate, analyse, and apply high-quality evidence on the reach, outcomes, and impact of Access UCC initiatives across the student lifecycle. This work will strengthen the evidence base that informs institutional planning, policy, and practice, supporting UCC's commitment to equity of access and success, and HEA access and participation objectives. The role is academically led through the School of Education, UCC, and embedded within Access UCC, providing a unique opportunity to work at the interface of research and practice. The postholder will contribute to both scholarly outputs and institutional impact, strengthening the evidence base that informs access policy, practice, and institutional decision-making at UCC. They will disseminate research findings through high-quality reports, peer-reviewed publications, and presentations, ensuring that insights support both internal stakeholders and the wider higher education sector. Achievement of the expected progression within Post Doc and Senior Post Doc is transferable between the Irish HEI's. This can be reflected in the starting pay of a PD researcher. Similarly, as the PD scheme is an intergenerational training scheme completion of PD1 or PD 2 levels in one HEI will normally render that researcher ineligible for appointment at a similar level in another Irish HEI Researcher Career Development Framework | Irish Universities Association Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process. Project Title: To support UCC Access and their mission to widen access to higher education and create an inclusive university environment where all students can thrive. Post Duration: 3 years, whole-time Post For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process. Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Nicola Ingram, Head of School, School of Education, Email: For further information on the Department: School of Education | University College Cork University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives. Appointment may be made on the IUA PD1 Salary Scale: €46,805 - €53,391 p.a. Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy. We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process. Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate. Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to quoting the job-title. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday 29th May 2026. No late applications will be accepted. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register. TPBN1_IJ
