**Job Title:** Research Fellow
About the Job
This is a fixed-term research fellow position based at Munster Technological University. The role involves conducting research and scholarship under the general guidance of a member of the academic staff or Principal Investigator (PI)/Project Leader (PL).
The successful candidate will have minimum academic qualifications and experience as follows:
* Hold a PhD in a relevant discipline at the contract start date.
* Six years of experience in a similar research role.
* Experience co-supervising postgraduate students.
* Self-starter who is comfortable with working independently at project level, while still contributing to the team environment at a research unit level.
* Demonstrable research skills, proposal and report writing, and project management skills, as indicated by a track record of projects, publications and other research outputs.
* Fluency in English and excellent written and oral presentation skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Required Skills and Qualifications
The successful candidate must possess:
* A PhD in a relevant discipline.
* Minimum six years of experience in a similar research role.
* Co-supervising postgraduate students.
* Independent motivation and team contributions.
* Research skills, proposal and report writing, and project management skills.
* English fluency.
Benefits
Benefits include:
* Comprehensive Sick Leave Policy
* Employment Assistance Programme
* Staff Discount Scheme
* Gym Access (reduced membership cost)
* On site Facilities: On site Car Parking On site dining facilities On site TFI Bike Sharing Station
Application Instructions
Applicants should submit their applications through the MTU eRecruitment system. The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 1.00 pm on Monday, 24 November 2025. Candidates may be required to undergo Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance. Reference checks will be conducted prior to appointment.],