Research Support Officer (Administration), People And Culture Office

Job title: Research Support Officer (Administration), People And Culture Office

Company: University College Cork


Job description: Job Information Organisation/CompanyUniversity College Cork DepartmentHR Research Research FieldOther Researcher ProfileOther Profession PositionsResearch Support Positions CountryIreland Application Deadline23 May 2025 – 12:00 (Europe/Dublin) Type of ContractTemporary Job StatusFull-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?NoOffer Description12 Months, Specific Purpose, Whole-Time PostPosition SummaryApplications are invited for the role of Research Support Officer (Administration) within People And Culture Office.An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the UCC HR Research Team in the People and Culture Office. The Research Support Officer (Administration) will have a strong role in coordinating the employee life cycle administration (recruitment, compensation, payroll and benefits etc.) for Research Units/Colleges to agreed deadlines ensuring utilisation of the Human Resources Information System and provide accurate and timely information. They will liaise closely with research centres and units in relation to contract management and recruitment to ensure effective scheduling, support and communication. The post will involve working closely with the Finance Office, Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation and other University offices as required to ensure efficient and effective management of the contractual and labour requirements (including hosting agreements and work permits) for research funded staff.The Research Support Officer Administration will work closely with the HR Research Team, Office of People and Culture, Researchers, PI’s and relevant Research Centres and Central Units across UCC. The Research Support Officer (Administration) will have experience in the high-volume recruitment and/or human resources management and will have a working knowledge of EU Commission funded programmes and the research funding agencies in Ireland.They will participate as a member of the HR Research Team in the delivery of projects and specialist support. The Research Support Officer (Administration) will work closely with the Co-ordinator in the HR Research Team, the HR Research Advisor and the HR Business Partner Research to ensure that the service provided is at all times of the highest standard and to engage in the continuous improvement of processes to ensure the ongoing development of standardsProject Title: Research SupportPost Duration: 12 MonthsSalary: €45,000 (Personal Rate)For an information package including further details of the post see .Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Laura McSweeney, HR Co-ordinator Research, Office of People and Culture; Email:Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsSkills/QualificationsRole DescriptionROLE SUMMARYThis title will apply to a person of appropriate qualifications e.g., BSc, MSc or PhD and or professional experience 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 support the coordination of the employee life cycle administration (recruitment, compensation, payroll and benefits etc.) for Research Units/Colleges to agreed deadlines.
• To provide HR Specialist advice as required.
• To resolve queries and provide general advice in accordance with approved HR policies and procedures.
• To refer HR matters requiring specialist knowledge and expertise to the HR Co-ordinator Research, HR Advisor Research or HR Business Partner Research and/or relevant HR staff member as required.
• To perform a variety of technical duties supporting research recruitment such as using the UCC Content Management System and HRIS, etc.
• To support the planning and delivery of work within HR Research.
• To liaise closely with research centres and units in relation to contract management and recruitment to ensure effective scheduling, support and communication.
• To work closely with the Finance Office, Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation and other University offices as required to ensure efficient and effective management of the contractual and labour requirements (including hosting agreements and work permits) for research funded staff.
• To work closely with the HR Research Team, Office of People and Culture, Researchers, PI’s and relevant Research Centres and Central Units across UCC.
• To liaise with the Principal Investigator and colleagues on matters relating to their research projects.
• To develop contacts to acquire knowledge and understanding of the research related work.
• To develop and maintain a good working relationship with service departments in UCC.
• To communicate clearly (and especially relating to report writing), the ability to write clearly and accurately and to produce work of a high standard.
• To represent the HR Research Team at meetings and events if required.
• To ensure compliance with Health and Safety procedures.
• To perform other duties related to the work described herein.

The list of duties detailed above is not intended to be exclusive or restrictive and may be adjusted dependent on the area of research.Additional Duties for Managers/ Heads: In accordance with it is the duty of responsible persons (Heads of Unit / Executive Managers) to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility.Responsible Persons are responsible and accountable for (non-exhaustive list – All delegated responsibilities are clearly set out under UCC safety policies and local safety statements):

• Proactively managing and conducting occupational health and safety in all areas and activities under their control
• Achieving compliance with University safety policy and the extensive SHWW regulations that govern their work and that of the University employees under their control
• Ensuring, subject to the “so far as is reasonably practical” test defined in the SHWW Act (current edition}, the safety health and welfare of the University employees at work at their various places of work on and off the University campus
• Developing the local safety statement , as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work
• Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection
• Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters
• Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee
• Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with UCC procedures
• Seeking advice from health and safety professionals where necessary
• Monitoring and reviewing local health and safety performance
• Providing adequate financial and other resources for the above, so far as is reasonably practicable

Note: As the university continues to expand and evolve, it is likely that flexibility in regard to the allocation of specific duties will be necessary. Accordingly, the list of duties specified above is not intended to be exclusive or restrictive; duties may be added or withdrawn but any such alteration will take place after consultation with the appointee.Specific RequirementsSELECTION CRITERIAThe successful candidate will be expected to have:Essential Criteria

• A graduate qualification and/or relevant experience in a field or discipline relevant to the area of investigation.
• Experience in a research management/administration environment within third level.
• Knowledge of University/Third Level/Research systems and structures.
• Demonstrated organisation and time management skills with the ability to assess and organise resources and plan and progress work activities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient with University IT systems (e.g. Agresso, CMS).
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing personal and professional development and ensures that they remain up to date and develop their personal effectiveness.
• Strong IT, report writing and organizational skills.
• Ability to coordinate activities for multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as a team member.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.
• General understanding of the Research Ecosystem within a HEI.
• Flexible, cooperative and a proactive approach to achieving work goals.

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of EC
• knowledge of the Human Resources Information System (HRIS)

Please note that Garda vetting and international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.Candidates are requested to make a personal assessment of these criteria against their own qualifications, skills and abilities to assess whether they should apply for the postPlease note: Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the criteria as detailed above will not be short listed.The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process.Languages ENGLISHResearch Field OtherAdditional InformationAdditional commentsApplications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal ( ). Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to , quoting the job-title and project name.Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday, 23rd of May 2025No 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 and initiatives at 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 EMPLOYERWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute University College Cork Country Ireland State/Province Cork City Cork GeofieldContact CityCork WebsiteStreetWestern Road E-Maill.mcsweeney@ucc.ieSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

Expected salary: €45000 per year

Location: Cork

Job date: Sun, 18 May 2025 01:11:14 GMT

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