Trinity is Ireland's leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 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 ID: 038733Post Summary**-** Applications are invited for the post of Senior Legal Counsel within the Knowledge Exchange team (KnEx) Trinity Innovation & Enterprise (TrI&E).KnEx is a team within the TrI&E division which has two functions: -i) The Technology Transfer Office which is responsible for the implementation of Trinity's policies with respect to knowledge transfer and licensing, intellectual property protection and campus company formation; andii) The Research Contracts Office which oversees, manages, and negotiates legal contracts and provides associated legal and administrative support for academics in Trinity.Post status: Permanent ContractHours of Post: 35 hours per weekSalary: This appointment will be made on the Administrative 1 (Points 1-6), Salary Scale (€69,545 - €110,118 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. )How to apply:To assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (maximum one A4 page) that specifically addresses the following points:Clearly outline relevant experience and how this experience has contributed to their knowledge.Demonstrate, through past examples, their ability to work on their own initiative and to resolve problems.Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage.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 Ursula Shearer, Deputy Head Of Research Contracts & Snr E: Application queries about this post, please email Andrea Free E: and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.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.