Research Programme Officer

Job Title : Research Programme Officer Pay Scale : Administrative 2 Closing Date : 09-Apr-2026 12:00 Contact Email : recruit@tcd.ie Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction. Post Summary The purpose of this role is to provide research development support to staff and researchers based in Trinity’s Social Science schools within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (FAHSS) and those affiliated to the Trinity Research in Social Sciences (TRISS) entity. The post holder will provide dedicated research supports for researchers and staff applying for competitive funding opportunities particularly those within Horizon Europe but also including national funders. While this post holder will work primarily with researchers in social science schools and TRISS, funding opportunities may require that they frequently work together and as part of a wider team of research development professionals based across Trinity to optimize supports. These include a team of thirteen funding specialists in the TCD research development office (RDO), a number of locally based Research Project Officers (RPOs) and Research Ireland Centre funding managers. In particular the post holder will be expected to collaborate with the other RPO based in the Faculty, at the Trinity Long Room Hub (Institute of Arts and Humanities research) especially in the provision of direct supports to staff based in the School of Education and Law and to jointly organize events and training. Post status: Specific Purpose Contract ** ** The specific purpose of this role is to support the TRISS Director to meet the objectives of the strategic plan 2028. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis, as your role is tied to the strategic plan which is expected to be completed within a defined period.  Therefore, termination of this contract will occur upon completion of the work in which you are engaged. Hours of Post: 35 hours per week Salary: This appointment will be made on the Administrative 2 Salary Scale (€59,589 - €70,018 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie) How to apply: In order to assist the selection process, candidates should submit a cover letter (max. one A4 page) that specifically addresses points below, in addition to the requirements of the e-Recruitment system. •         Candidates should outline their knowledge of the challenges facing social science researchers in the Irish and international funding landscape. Applicants should clearly describe this experience, how they obtained their knowledge, and articulate the main challenges in the current research funding environment. •         An understanding of the process of writing successful applications for research funding 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. Please Note: •     Candidates who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage. •     Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment will include the delivery of a presentation and may include a test of practical skills. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Please see the Job Description below for this position. Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Valerie Smith, Faculty Administrator, E: vsmith@tcd.ie Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at recruti@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. Our Values - putting our words into action Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging. We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together. We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining. And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war. Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment. Further Information Filesize Information for Applicants.pdf 465.5 Job Description 249.1 Return to Search Apply for Job