At the CCC, we recognise the evolving landscape of work and understand the importance of providing a work environment that accommodates the needs and preferences of our diverse team. We firmly believe that offering flexible working conditions is essential for attracting leading researchers.
Here at the CCC, we understand that individuals have different working styles, rhythms, and personal commitments. As such, we encourage flexible work hours, enabling our team members to adapt their schedules to suit their individual needs, as long as the required outcomes and deadlines are met. This flexibility ensures that you have the autonomy to structure your workday effectively, allowing for optimal productivity and personal well-being.
Reporting to:
Head of the Cloud Competency Centre
Key Relationships:
The Research Assistant in Advanced Digital Skills will be required to work closely with the Head of Cloud Competency Centre, NCI Project Staff and European partners, Vice President Academic Affairs and Research, Dean of the School of Computing, and other staff members in the School of Computing.
Key Responsibilities:
The Research Associate will have the following responsibilities:
- Conduct research and contribute to the project’s objectives on advancing digital skills in the ICT sector.
- Design and develop innovative undergraduate and postgraduate materials focusing on advancing digital skills.
- Collaborate with project partners across Europe to ensure the relevance and impact of educational, research, and dissemination materials.
- Engage in the dissemination of research findings through high-quality academic publications, conference presentations, and other relevant forums.
- Contribute to the project's reporting and communication activities, ensuring that milestones and deliverables are met as per EU guidelines.
- Engage proactively in writing research proposals for future funding.
- Participate in the CCC’s activities including showcases, annual reporting, academic accreditations, and EU reviews.
Qualifications & Experience Required:
The successful candidate must possess the following qualifications and experience:
- Undergraduate qualification in Computer Science with a digital technology focus, or a closely related field. Some postgraduate studies are a plus.
- Demonstrated experience in advancing digital skills research.
- Proficient in developing educational content and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a capacity to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Proven ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing, to academic and non-academic audiences.
- Relevant interpersonal skills and ability to develop productive working relationships with other researchers and senior staff with diverse cultural backgrounds in an international environment.
- Capacity to balance the pressures of research tasks and competing deadlines within EU-funded projects.
- A 2-page Original Research Statement is required as part of the application for this position. It should concisely outline the candidate's research interests and experience in design and develop innovative undergraduate and postgraduate materials.
- Note that in the case where Large Language Models are used to make important changes in the statement ("polishing"), such as rewriting whole paragraphs, content and/or code generation it needs to be disclosed accurately, including which sections are concerned.
We welcome applications from individuals who meet the requirements of this position and who are committed to contributing to the success of the CCC EU-funded projects.
Contract:
12 months Full-Time Fixed Term Contract (to start on 3rd
of November 2025 or immediately thereafter).
Salary:
Academic I Salary band (€37,271 - €57,027)
Annual Leave:
34 days per annum
Hours:
Full time
Probation:
6-month performance-based probation period.
Application Process:
To apply, please e-mail your cover letter and CV as a single PDF file ONLY, using the email subject 12-Month Research Assistant in Advanced Digital Skills, NCI Reference No: NCI1039 to: recruitment@ncirl.ie by 17:00 GMT on 13th of October 2025.
Interviews are expected to be conducted on the week starting on 20th of October 2025.
The successful candidate is expected to start on 3rd of November 2025 or immediately thereafter.
Note: The functions and responsibilities assigned to this position are based on the current stated role and objectives of the College. These functions and responsibilities may alter in line with any change in the role and objectives of the College.
The successful applicant will be subject to Garda Vetting and must not have any convictions under the Sex Offenders Act 2001.
Eligibility to Work
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the Republic of Ireland.
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National College of Ireland holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award and is committed to promoting and developing a culture of excellence, diversity, and mutual respect that supports the College’s ambitions and attracts highly motivated and talented people.
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- That all the particulars furnished in their application are true and correct without omission and that they are aware of the qualifications and particulars for this position.
- That to the best of their knowledge that there is nothing in relation to their conduct, character or personal background of any nature that would adversely affect the position of trust in which they would be placed by virtue of this appointment.
- Their irrevocable consent to NCI making such enquiries as deemed necessary in respect of their suitability for the post in respect of which their application is made.
- Their acceptance and confirmation of the entitlement of NCI, as appropriate to, reject their application, or to terminate their employment (in the event of a contract of employment having been entered into on foot of this competition) if they have omitted to furnish NCI with any information relevant to their application or their continued employment or where they have made any false statement or misrepresentation relevant to this application or their continuing employment with the College. #
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