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Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position #003381 Postdoctoral Researcher in Children’s Palliative Care Policy Evaluation, up to 9 Month Fixed Term Contract
Role Profile
Applications are invited from enthusiastic and suitably qualified candidates for this full-time, 9-month fixed term contract as a Post-Doctoral Researcher at Dublin City University. This position is available from the 1st June 2026. This project, funded by the Department of Health, is tasked with conducting a comprehensive national evaluation of the 2009 Children’s Palliative Care policy recommendations.
The evaluation aims to:
- identify and quantify areas of progress,
- highlight barriers to progress,
- identify policy gaps,
- review international evidence on children’s palliative care delivery structures, effectiveness and cost-effectiveness, emerging healthcare challenges and structures and their implications for children’s palliative care
- and provide actionable, evidence-based recommendations to shape the future of the Irish healthcare landscape for children with life-limiting conditions and their families.
The appointee will join a multidisciplinary team with world-class expertise spanning paediatric palliative care, paediatric clinical practice, health economics, health systems research, and advanced qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
The Post-Doctoral Researcher will play a pivotal leadership role in the day-to-day execution of the evaluation. The post is based on the Glasnevin Campus of Dublin City University, and the appointee will report to the Co-Leads, Professor Veronica Lambert (DCU) and Dr Samantha Smith (TCD).
Please see the attached job description which includes details on the responsibilities associated with the role and the qualifications and experience required.
Salary Scale:
IUA Postdoctoral Researcher Salary Scale: (point 1 to point 6) €47,273 - €53,925 per annum.
This is a 9-month fixed term contract; therefore, salary will be paid pro- rata.
Appointments will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and will be made in line with current Government pay policy.
Closing Date: Monday, 8th June 2026
For more information about the School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, visit SNPCH
Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Professor Veronica Lambert, School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, Faculty of Science and Health, Dublin City University.
Phone: +353 (0)1 7007161; E-mail: veronica.lambert@dcu.ie
Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.
Application Procedure:
Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:
1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter
3) Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).
Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed.
Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer.
In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. We will provide support and accommodations to ensure all candidates, including those with disabilities, can fully participate in the process.
The University’s Athena Swan Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs #LI-Hybrid |
