School of Modern Languages & Applied Linguistics
Organisation/Company: University of Limerick
Department: School of Modern Languages & Applied Linguistics
Research Field: Other
Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions
Country: Ireland
Application Deadline: 4 Mar 2025 - 12:00 (Europe/Dublin)
Type of Contract: Temporary
Job Status: Full-time
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Reference Number: 074228
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
With over 18,000 students and 2,000 members of staff, the University of Limerick (UL) is an energetic, research-led and enterprising institution with a proud record in innovation and excellence in education, research, and scholarship. The dynamic, entrepreneurial, and pioneering values which drive UL’s mission and strategy ensure that we capitalize on local, national, and international engagement and connectivity. We are renowned for providing an outstanding student experience and conducting leading-edge research. Our commitment is to make a difference by shaping the future through educating and empowering our students.
With the River Shannon as a unifying focal point, UL is situated on a superb riverside campus of over 130 hectares. Outstanding recreational, cultural, and sporting facilities further enhance the campus’s exceptional learning and research environment.
Applications are invited for the following position:
Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
School of Modern Languages & Applied Linguistics
Research Assistant - Centre for European Studies (0.2 FTE) - Specific Purpose Contract
The closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday, 4th March 2025.
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.
Please note your application must include:
A letter of introduction indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description.
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.
The University of Limerick holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. The University is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to selection on merit welcoming applicants from all sections of the community. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working.
Minimum Requirements
* M.A. in European Studies or an equivalent relevant area.
* An understanding of digital humanities requirements.
* Experience with editing and publishing.
* Experience with event and conference organisation.
* Evidence of research dissemination and publication.
* Working knowledge of at least one European language other than English.
Specific Requirements
* A bachelor’s degree (level 8 NFQ) in European Studies (or equivalent area)
* Experience in designing and maintaining digital platforms and media.
* Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
* Ability to work as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
Additional Information
Benefits at the University of Limerick
* Employee wellness is a priority and a number of initiatives take place each year for the benefit of UL employees.
* Preferential rates for access to the UL Arena swimming pool and fitness centre.
Selection Process
Recruitment Procedures used at the University of Limerick (UL)
The University of Limerick is committed to the Open, Transparent and Merit-Based Recruitment (OTM-R) of Researchers. The University of Limerick Policy for the Recruitment of Staff which reflects the principles of OTM-R is available on the UL Policy Hub.
Full information on OTM-R at the University of Limerick is available here.
The University of Limerick uses a three-stage recruitment procedure: screening, shortlisting, and interview.
General Recruitment Timelines
Please note that applications for all vacancies must be submitted online at www.ul.ie/hrvacancies in advance of 12 noon Irish Standard Time on the advertised closing date. We aim to complete the screening process within one week of the closing date, and the shortlisting process within a further week. Therefore we aim to be in touch with all candidates within one month of the closing date.
Please note these timelines may vary based on various factors including the number of applications received.
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