The School of Computer Science and Statistics (SCSS) invites applications for the position of Research Manager/Research Unit Head.
Working under the direction of the Schools Director of Research, the Research Manager will play a key role in realising the Schools research development aims and developing the Schools national and international funding portfolio.
They will be active in opportunity identification and promotion, networking activities and will support staff in preparing and submitting research proposals.
Particular emphasis will be placed on securing non-exchequer funding, especially Horizon Europe.
The Research Manager will also work on developing and implementing the School`s research strategy.
The successful candidate will also manage the Schools Research Unit.
The Schools Research Unit is responsible for dissemination of information in respect of research funding opportunities and for assisting staff with research proposal development and proposal approval process.
All research submissions from the School and its Research Centres require School approval prior to submission to College and the relevant research funding agency.
The Schools research revenue is over €8 million annually.
In addition, the Schools Research Unit manages the Schools research ethics approval process, maintains all research related data including research publications and outputs, supports the Schools Research and Research Ethics Committees as well as any other research related tasks that may arise.
Post Status: Permanent Hours of Post: 35 hours per week Salary: Appointment will be made on the Administrative Officer 1 (1-3) (€69,545 - €89,965 per annum) and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines.
How to Apply: In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (Maximum 2x A4 page) that specifically address the following points in their application.
Applicants must have at least three years experience of research and/or research development as well as having knowledge of the challenges facing the research funding environment in Ireland and Europe.
Applicants should clearly address this experience and how they obtained their knowledge in their applicati An understanding of the research process of writing successful application for research sponsors is essential.
The applicant should give examples of involvement in competitive research proposal writing indicating the scale of budget involved, the outcome and what the applicant learned from the process.
Illustrate, through past example, their ability to work on their own initiative and resolve problems.
Closing Date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 22nd April 2025 Application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal Applications must be made by the date and time specified.
Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system Late Applications will not be accepted.
Skills: Experience in developing and managing budgets experience in people management/leadership experience in work related to EU programmes Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office writing successful research applications