School: School of Engineering & Architecture / Sustainability InstitutePosition Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (24 months)Project: CLIMATUDE
Position Summary
University College Cork (UCC) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to explore the human and societal aspects of climate change and the just transition. The position is part of the CLIMATUDE project, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency, which aims to develop a deep understanding of Irish people’s attitudes, beliefs, and values related to climate change.
Dr. Niall Dunphy, Senior Research Fellow, Sustainability Institute
The project will investigate:
How public attitudes to climate change are shaped by sources of information, social networks, and public discourseThe influence of socio-demographic attributes such as gender, life-stage, socio-economic privilege, and educational attainment on beliefs and values
Key Responsibilities
Conduct qualitative research and analysis on media and societal influences related to climate change
Collaborate with team members and work independently on research tasks
Communicate findings through reports, publications, and presentations
Assist in project management and coordination as needed
Qualifications
PhD in environmental media studies or a related discipline
Strong qualitative analytical skills, particularly in media analysis and societal studies
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Excellent English communication, writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Terms of Appointment
Duration: 24 months, full-time
Salary: €46,306 – €52,863 per annum (IUA PD1 Salary Scale)
Start Date: As soon as possible, subject to approval
Application deadline: Thursday, 19 February 2026, 12:00 noon (Irish Local Time)
Interviews: Conducted online the week after the closing date
Late applications will not be accepted
UCC is committed to an inclusive and diverse working environment and encourages applications from candidates from all backgrounds, including those underrepresented in the protected characteristics outlined in UCC’s Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy.
UCC is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Informal enquiries:Dr. Niall Dunphy, Senior Research FellowEmail: n.dunphy@ucc.ie
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