Scientific Project Officer
This is an exciting career opportunity to be part of and influence highly ambitious, innovative and potentially high-impact research programmes.
About the Role:
Research Ireland is seeking a full-time, permanent Scientific Project Officer to deliver an ambitious programme that funds excellent research with high impact. Excellent scientific, analytical, project management and leadership skills are essential for this role.
Job Description:
* Support the development and management of new and existing programme calls aligned to Research Ireland and national research strategy.
* Manage programme review processes including proposal review, preparation of review documentation and conducting internal and panel reviews.
* Contribute to the post-award management and evaluation process for grants.
* Assist in managing and monitoring grants, organising progress reviews and preparing associated reports.
* Conduct programme reviews and prepare reports on outputs and achievements.
* Plan and execute programme activities in a timely and accurate manner.
* Partner with Research Ireland's Corporate Communications team on programme calls and strategic initiatives.
Essential Criteria:
* Hold a PhD in a STEM discipline or a Masters in a STEM discipline with 3 years relevant experience.
* Demonstrate a solid research track record and knowledge of good research practice.
* Have a professional and positive attitude, aligned to delivering Research Ireland's objectives and goals.
* Be well organised with ability to multitask, prioritise and meet deadlines.
* Have excellent collaboration skills and enjoy working in teams.
* Have proven project management experience.
* Be result-oriented and possess excellent organisational/administrative skills.
* Be an influential communicator with excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
* Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
* Be persuasive and motivating with ability to elicit cooperation from various stakeholders.
* Be willing to undertake occasional travel within Ireland.
Key Competencies:
* Project Management
* Specialist Knowledge and Expertise
* Analysis and Decision Making
* Interpersonal, Team-working and Communication Skills
* Stakeholder Engagement/Management
* Planning and Organising
Application Process:
Applicants must submit a cover letter demonstrating how they meet the requirements for this role along with an up-to-date CV through the online applicant management system Occupop.