RESEARCH SUPPORT OFFICER MaREI/ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE

29 Apr 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University College Cork

Department

HR Research

Research Field

Environmental science

Researcher Profile

Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Ireland

Application Deadline

3 May 2024 - 12:00 (Europe/London)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

39

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

H2020

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Would you like to support research that makes a contribution to European climate adaptation policy and action? Applications are invited for a research support officer position in the MaREI Centre in University College Cork (UCC), based at Environmental Research Institute’s (ERI) Beaufort Building in Ringaskiddy. MaREI is the SFI Research Centre for Energy, Climate and Marine, coordinated by UCC’s ERI / UCC Futures Sustainability Institute, which is an internationally recognised Institute for environmental research dedicated to the understanding and protection of our natural environment and to developing innovative technologies, tools and services to facilitate a transformation to a zero carbon and resource efficient society.

The MaREI Centre is headquartered in the ERI and includes 13 other academic institutions, as well as industrial partners. It combines the expertise of a wide range of research groups and industry partners, with the shared mission of solving the main scientific, technical and socio-economic challenges across the climate, energy and marine spaces. Researchers in the MaREI Centre have over 30 years of experience in conducting fundamental and applied research supported by competitively won national and international funding, and commercial contracts with government agencies and industry. MaREI’s strengths lie in the multi-disciplinary nature of its research teams, allowing it to combine insights across a number of thematic areas (see www.marei.ie for more information)

We are seeking a research support officer with experience in climate adaptation, coastal ecosystems, risk perception, governance and engaged research particularly in relation to funding organisations, public bodies and EU partners. The role will include collaborating with project partners and peers in the scientific community in making a significant contribution to EU climate policy, actions, and future research directions. The successful candidate will be part of a research team contributing to several projects in the centre including the MAGICA project, a landmark initiative funded under EU Horizon programme. The MAGICA project aims to accelerate the development, provision and exchange of knowledge from research and innovation to inform and support policy-making and climate actions. It will do this via improved coordination of on-going and future climate initiatives at transnational, national, regional, and municipal levels and more efficient use of resources. Specifically, the successful candidate will work across the scientific and societal components of climate and environmental research with emphasis on the physical and socio-economic impacts of climate change.

The main tasks include but are not limited to: Providing specific research skills to support the on-going development of the research team, Assessing existing and exploring new ways of collaboration between EU Members States and associated countries, investigating and promoting the role of science in recent and emerging climate policy framings, decision support for climate action, innovating climate knowledge exchange and transfer to enable societal transformation (i.e. specifically regarding sea level rise, coastal ecosystems and flood risk), explore case studies related to regionalized contributions of past and future drivers of sea level; impacts of sea level rise on European coasts, coastal erosion and marine habitat loss, risk perception and socio-economic impacts of sea level rise.

This role provides the opportunity to join an exciting transdisciplinary team of researchers in MaREI, and to work at a pan-European scale to deliver an innovative programme of research. The candidate should have relevant experience and knowledge of both physical and societal aspects of climate adaptation and coastal ecosystems, as well as risk perception, governance mechanisms, stakeholder/community engagement and the European policy landscape. Candidates should have a track record in working in project-based environments, and preferably be familiar with the European funding ecosystem. They will be self-motivated with ability to conduct independent research to a very high level and will be expected to contribute to the development of new research efforts, grants, and publications. The appointee will have significant experience of working with diverse teams including external actors.

Requirements
Skills/Qualifications

Job Description

This title will apply to a person of appropriate qualifications (i.e. PhD) employed on a contract for the purpose of supporting a research project, programme, centre or institute. A Research Support Officer will work under the direction of one or more Principal Investigator (s)/ Senior Researcher(s) within a dedicated laboratory on one or more research projects.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To work effectively and collaboratively with MaREI colleagues on the management and co-ordination of the MAGICA project and to proactively lead on and shape the development of certain aspects of that work.
• To work in active partnership with the MAGICA project partners and EU consortium to ensure timely achievement of project deliverables and milestones, including regularly attending meetings with some or all partners, both remotely and in person.
• To provide specific research skills to support the on-going development of the research team and to contribute to the transfer of knowledge in the specific research area.
• To undertake research under the direction of a Principal Investigator or Head of Research Centre.
• To provide support in a specific area of expertise, including the use, maintenance and management of research, including equipment.
• To perform a variety of technical duties supporting the research project or programme, as required.
• To draw up detailed technical specifications as required.
• To support research project activities.
• To oversee installation of equipment, where required.
• To assist in setting up and maintenance of equipment, where required.
• To assist PI’s and researchers in performing lab work, where required.
• To coordinate lab activity to support the research area/project where required.
• To develop contacts to acquire knowledge and understanding of the research project and research related work.
• To facilitate collaboration by liaising with other research groups within UCC and externally including industry projects.
• To develop and maintain a good working relationship with service departments in UCC.
• To co-ordinate day-to-day work to support the research project.
• To liaise with the Principal Investigator(s) and colleagues on matters relating to the research.
• To develop knowledge and understanding of the research project and research related work.
• To ensure compliance with Health and Safety procedures.
• To perform other duties related to the work described herein.

Health & Safety

In addition to the statutory safety duties of all employees (as prescribed in safety legislation and the relevant local safety statement) each staff member is responsible for:

• Discharging any safety functions delegated to them by their Head of College / School / Department / Centre / Unit, in relation to the areas / activities under their control.
• Co-operating and assisting the University and the Head of College / School / Department / Centre / Unit in the discharge of their statutory safety responsibilities.
• Ensuring that all work under their control, is undertaken safely and without risk to health and complies with the provision of all relevant statutory legislation

Specific Requirements

Criteria

The successful candidate will provide a cover letter with evidence for how they meet the

following essential criteria:

• A graduate qualification in a field or discipline relevant to climate adaptation i.e. BSc, MSc or PhD.
• Proven experience of carrying out research in the relevant research speciality.
• Knowledge of data analysis to support climate action will be an advantage
• Demonstrable achievements in delivering results.
• Ability to interact with stakeholders from a range of disciplines
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Capability of working effectively within a team to achieve results.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• High level of initiative.

Please note that Garda vetting and international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.

Languages

ENGLISH

Additional Information
Additional comments

For an information package including further details of the post see https://ore.ucc.ie/ .  

Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Cathal O’Mahony, EU Grant Manager, ERI/MaREI, Tel: + 353 (0) 21 486 4332; Email: [email protected]   

Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal (https://ore.ucc.ie/ ). Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to [email protected] , quoting the job-title and project name.

Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday, 3rd May 2024.

No late applications will be accepted.

Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector.

UCC is committed to creating and fully embracing an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated.  As a University we strive to create a workplace that reflects the diversity of our student population where people from a wide variety of backgrounds learn from one another, share ideas, and work collaboratively. UCC is committed to being an employer that recognises the value of diversity amongst its staff.  We encourage applicants to consult our policies at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/policies/  and initiatives at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/implementation/  and we welcome applications from everyone, including those who are underrepresented in the protected characteristics set out in our Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy.

 

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Website for additional job details

https://ore.ucc.ie/

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University College Cork

Country

Ireland

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://ore.ucc.ie/

Contact

City

Cork

Website

http://www.ucc.ie/en/

Street

Western Road

STATUS: EXPIRED