Irish Universities Association

We are seeking an exceptional leader to drive advocacy, policy, and strategy for Ireland’s seven research-intensive universities. ⏰ The closing date for receipt of applications is 5.30pm on Monday, 7th April 2025. 🔗 Click below to read the job spec: https://lnkd.in/eca9Yg6z #jobsearch, #hiring, #jobhunt, #recruitment, #jobvacancy #vacancy

At the launch of our ‘Research for a Better Ireland’ campaign on Friday, the NMR Spectrometer at Maynooth University provided a practical example of the impact of investment in research infrastructure. This vital machine allows Researchers to examine molecules at an atomic level - crucial for medical research, drug development, and food science. With its lifespan nearing an end, a €550,000 investment from the Higher Education Authority’s Research Equipment Grant Call has extended its usability. This essential upgrade, at a fraction of the €1.65 million replacement cost, ensures continued scientific advancements at exceptional value. 🔍 Discover how PhD researchers and cutting-edge university equipment at our 7 universities are driving breakthroughs in healthcare, energy, housing, climate, and more 👉 https://lnkd.in/ehefBydS 📢  IUA are calling for a €600 million fund over 5 years to renew existing equipment, buy new equipment and increase the number of PhDs. 🔗 Click here to read more: https://bit.ly/4iWMr0M Maynooth University, Dublin City University, Trinity College Dublin, University College Cork, University College Dublin, University of Limerick, University of Galway, #BetterIreland #InvestInHigherEd

The Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research Innovation and Science James Lawless visited MU's campus today where he met with staff and students, viewed research equipment, and officially opened the refurbished Arts Building.   Eeva Leinonen | Rachel Msetfi | Rob Elmes | Irish Universities Association | Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science | Jim Miley

Call for Applications: "My Thesis in 180 Seconds" (MT180) 2025 📚 🔔 The "My Thesis in 180 Seconds" (MT180) competition is back for its 2025 edition, and we’re inviting all PhD students from Irish institutions to participate! Organized by the Irish Universities Association (IUA) in partnership with the Association of Franco-Irish Studies (AFIS) and the Embassy of France in Ireland, this competition allows PhD students to present their thesis in 3 minutes, in French, to a general and non-specialist audience. 📅 Date: May 30, 2025 📍 Location: University of Galway, Ireland 💼 Travel reimbursement available for participants traveling to Galway 🏆 The 1st prize winner will also have the opportunity to participate in the international MT180 final in Bucharest (Romania) from October 1-3, 2025, with travel and accommodation expenses covered. 🔴 Deadline to apply: April 12, 2025 🔗 For more details and to apply, click here: https://lnkd.in/d63RsMnu Feel free to share this information with anyone who might be interested!

The Minister for the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD, has today launched an IUA social and digital campaign to highlight the impact of university research on societal and economic challenges in Ireland. The launch took place as part of a tour which demonstrated essential research equipment at Maynooth University. The Minister had the opportunity to meet the PhD students and researchers who use this equipment as part of their ground-breaking work.  🔗 Click here to learn more www.iua.ie/betterireland      Higher Education Authority

Today, Minister for Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Minister James Lawless TD, launched our national campaign to highlight the impact of university research on societal and economic challenges in Ireland. The launch took place at Maynooth University with President Prof. Eeva Leinonen, VP of Research Prof. Rachel Msetfi and IUA Director General Jim Miley. Over the coming weeks, we’ll highlight powerful research stories from Irish universities. From healthcare and agriculture to housing and climate, discover how university research is driving a stronger, Better Ireland. 🔗 Learn more: www.iua.ie/betterireland

An exciting day at University College Cork, as today marks the public opening of a special exhibition at UCC’s Boole Library, celebrating 100 years of Cork University Press (CUP) - Ireland’s oldest university press.👏 Founded in 1925, CUP has been at the forefront of publishing landmark works in the Humanities, Irish Studies, and Feminist Scholarship, including the award-winning Atlas Series. 📖 Visitors can also explore limited edition commemorative prints by Cork artist Craig Carry, created in collaboration with Cork Printmakers. 👀 Read more below:

Register for the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Digital Badge! This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth and understanding of RPL as an important mechanism for access to higher education. Why Join? ✅ Gain a solid foundation in RPL ✅ Learn from expert guest contributors ✅ Engage in meaningful discussions with peers ✅ Earn a recognised digital badge Starts Wednesday, 2nd April 2025 Register by Friday, 28th March to secure your spot ⏰ https://lnkd.in/eb6F-J7s #RPLDigitalBadge #LifelongLearning #HigherEd #ProfessionalDevelopment

There's still time to register for the MSCA Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowships Webinar happening this Wednesday at 11:00am (Irish time). Join us for expert insights into the 2025 MSCA call, application tips, and firsthand experiences from past successful applicants. 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/ee5dagEw Dr Jane Carrigan, Research Ireland, Iratxe Garcia-Bayona, European Research Executive Agency (REA). Dr Tobias Engel , Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI). Dr Sarah Josefine Schaefer, UL Research

Wishing the CleanerGrid finalists the best of luck as they present their vision for a sustainable, net-zero energy sector! After much hard work and research, the top teams are set to pitch their ideas to industry experts at EirGrid HQ. Well done to all participants - your ideas are shaping the future💡 🌍 Dublin City University, Trinity College Dublin, University College Dublin and University of Galway