Research Fellow in Cancer Survivorship

Post Summary

The Discipline of Occupational Therapy is seeking to appoint a full-time Level 2 post-doctoral research fellow to be project leader and manage a study to investigate the effectiveness of a return-to-work rehabilitation intervention for women with breast cancer. This intervention, Work and Cancer, has been developed to support women who have completed treatment for breast cancer to successfully return to work. It provides them with knowledge and confidence to manage post-treatment difficulties and meet the demands of their job when they return to work. The is a multisite study in collaboration with community-based cancer support centres.

The post holder will take a leadership role in the daily management of the project and study deliverables and will work closely with the PI, Professor Deirdre Connolly, to undertake this study funded through the Health Research Board. This position will appeal to anyone who wishes to develop their research career and profile in cancer-related research.

Please note that Garda vetting will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for a post.  

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit a full Curriculum Vitae to include the names and contact details of two referees (including email addresses) to:-

Please specify ‘HRB Post-Doc position’ in the subject box.

Further Information for Applicants

Applicants can email Professor Connolly at  

for further information on the position.

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