Research Support Officer - Admin. (Research Support & Talent & Development Officer) Cancer Research @UCC Part-Time

Further Vacancy Details Research Support Officer - Admin. (Research Support & Talent & Development Officer) Cancer Research @UCC Part-Time 10 Months, Specific Purpose, Part-Time Post Position Summary Join Our Team – Research Support & Talent Development Officer (RSO) Cancer Research @UCC, a UCC Futures Strategic Research Centre and research support of the CUH/UCC Cancer Centre, is seeking an experienced and proactive professional to lead research administration and talent development initiatives within our dynamic research environment. This pivotal role combines strategic planning, operational oversight, and team leadership to ensure excellence across our programmes and foster a culture of growth and collaboration. The successful candidate will drive research administration processes, oversee HR coordination for centre-based staff, and champion training and engagement programmes that empower our team and advance our mission. We’re looking for someone who: Thrives in a leadership admin role and can manage multiple priorities with precision. Brings expertise in research administration and operational processes, with strong organizational and IT skills. Is passionate about talent development and committed to creating opportunities for learning and growth. Can lead reporting, maintain SOPs, and coordinate initiatives that strengthen governance and efficiency. Excels in stakeholder engagement and event coordination, supporting collaboration and outreach. Project Title: Cancer Research @UCC Post Duration: 10 Months Salary: €53,211 p.a. (0.6FTE) Personal rate For an information package including further details of the post see https://ore.ucc.ie/ Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Dr. Laia Raigal, Programme Manager, Cancer Research @UCC, Email: laia.raigal@ucc.ie Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal https://ore.ucc.ie/ Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to recruitment@ucc.ie quoting the job-title and project name. Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday 27th February 2026. No late applications will be accepted. Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector. **UCC is committed to creating and fully embracing an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated.  As a University we strive to create a workplace that reflects the diversity of our student population where people from a wide variety of backgrounds learn from one another, share ideas, and work collaboratively. UCC is committed to being an employer that recognises the value of diversity amongst its staff.  We encourage applicants to consult our policies at ** https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/policies / **and initiatives at ** https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/implementation / and we welcome applications from everyone, including those who are underrepresented in the protected characteristics set out in our Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER Contact Person : Laia Raigal Contact Email : laia.raigal@ucc.ie Job ID : 094494 Contact Number : Close Date : 27-Feb-2026 12:00 Click on the link(s) below to view documents Filesize Notes Candidate Brief 4000.8 Guide for UCC Applicants 926 Guide For External Applicants 1672.6 Apply for Job Return to Search