You are required to have in date work permit to work in Irealand full-time in order to apply for this postPurpose of the RoleA new exciting and varied role has arisen for a psychology research assistant to support the CHI cardiology psychology department.The post-holder will work under the supervision of senior psychology staff to develop, implement, and evaluate two service-based psychosocial initiatives within the Paediatric Cardiology Service. The role combines research, service development, stakeholder engagement, evaluation, and implementation, and will contribute to directly enhancing family-centred care within the paediatric hospital setting.Essential Criteria:Have a Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) accredited qualification at not less than a Level 8 at 2.1 honours grade on the QQI qualifications framework in which psychology was a major subject. See: OR(ii) A Level 8 honours degree in another subject together with an accredited conversion qualification at a minimum of (2.1) as conferring eligibility for graduate membership of the Psychological Society of Ireland. See: OR(iii) A qualification equivalent to the above accredited by the British Psychological Society for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society, see: OR(iv) A qualification equivalent to either (i) or (ii), which would allow the applicant to become a graduate member of the PSI.ANDCandidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and administrative ability, for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.How To Apply & Informal EnquiriesApplications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.The closing date for submissions of CV's and cover letter isWednesday the 18th of February 2026 by 23:45pm.Applications must be completed through the advertised post onby clicking'Apply for Job'.Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Dr Vincent McDarby, Principal Psychologist Manager, CHI Crumlin, at For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Below, you'll find the list ofcommencement dates for 2026for your information.April 13thMay 11th