Director, UCD Research

This is a senior, high-profile role reporting to and supporting the Vice President for Research, Innovation and Impact (VPRII) in the achievement of ambitious research targets for UCD. The successful candidate will play a critical role with a particular emphasis on providing leadership, oversight and management for activities within the research responsibilities of the VPRII.

They will:

• Develop and manage systems to support the research community across the university to succeed in major national and international initiatives
• Lead and manage the UCD Research Administration Unit
• Work with the VPRII and the university community to identify major strategic opportunities, along with a clear implementation plan
• Ensure a fit-for-purpose organisation in support of the research strategy
• Liaise on behalf of the university with key stakeholders and represent the university at major fora nationally and internationally

95 Senior Administrative Officer 1 Salary Scale: €138,681 - €175,326 per annum

Appointment will be made on scale and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines

Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on the 13th of August 2024

Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.

UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned.

Prior to application, further information (including application procedure) should be obtained from the Work at UCD website: https://www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/

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