Posted 12 June, 2026
Research Support Officer School of BEES/Sustainability Institute/MaREI
University College Cork
Cork, Cork, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1817421084
Research Support Officer School of BEES/Sustainability Institute/MaREI
12 Months Specific purpose, whole-time post
Applications are invited for a 12-month full-time Research Support Officer in Biological Diversity & Conservation Research (marine, coastal and islands)
Ireland's commitments and undertakings in relation to marine biodiversity and conservation are broad ranging across national, EU and wider international legal realms. These extend to delivery on important targets, initiatives, strategies and goals under the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the OSPAR Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the North-East Atlantic. As part of Ireland's work to deliver on these latter commitments from mid-2026 to mid-2027 research assistance is required by the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment (DCEE) on various aspects of ongoing work, implementation, associated negotiations and decision-making under the CBD and OSPAR. This work, which also requires strong national coordination with relevant competent authorities in Ireland, takes place at national, EU, regional and global fora including the OSPAR Commission and its five supporting Committees, and also at CBD Conferences of the Parties (COPs).
This post will carry out various scientific and technical research activities to support DCEE on the following:
• Scientific/technical document review and analysis,
• Active coordination and co-management of EU and Member State technical inputs to CBD documents as part of Ireland's Presidency of the EU Council,
• Involvement with DCEE in support of international negotiations under the CBD and OSPAR Convention,
• Attendance with DCEE and DHLGH representatives at international, EU and national scientific/technical meetings as relevant,
• Networking and communication nationally and internationally as relevant to Ireland's work under the CBD and OSPAR Convention led by DCEE,
• Additional scientific and technical support towards the achievement of DCEE's objectives where marine, coastal and island biodiversity and conservation are concerned.
Project title: Biological Diversity & Conservation Research (marine, coastal and islands)
For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see https://ore.ucc.ie/ The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process.
Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Dr. Tom Doyle, School of BEES, Email: [email protected]
For further information on the Department School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES) | University College Cork
University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives
Appointment may be made on the Salary Scale: €55,000 p.a. personal rate
Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy.
We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process.
Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate
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.
Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday 19th June 2026
No late applications will be accepted
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
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
Contact Person : Tom Doyle
Contact Email : [email protected]
Job ID : 097013
Contact Number :
Close Date : 19-Jun-2026 12:00
12 Months Specific purpose, whole-time post
Applications are invited for a 12-month full-time Research Support Officer in Biological Diversity & Conservation Research (marine, coastal and islands)
Ireland's commitments and undertakings in relation to marine biodiversity and conservation are broad ranging across national, EU and wider international legal realms. These extend to delivery on important targets, initiatives, strategies and goals under the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the OSPAR Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the North-East Atlantic. As part of Ireland's work to deliver on these latter commitments from mid-2026 to mid-2027 research assistance is required by the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment (DCEE) on various aspects of ongoing work, implementation, associated negotiations and decision-making under the CBD and OSPAR. This work, which also requires strong national coordination with relevant competent authorities in Ireland, takes place at national, EU, regional and global fora including the OSPAR Commission and its five supporting Committees, and also at CBD Conferences of the Parties (COPs).
This post will carry out various scientific and technical research activities to support DCEE on the following:
• Scientific/technical document review and analysis,
• Active coordination and co-management of EU and Member State technical inputs to CBD documents as part of Ireland's Presidency of the EU Council,
• Involvement with DCEE in support of international negotiations under the CBD and OSPAR Convention,
• Attendance with DCEE and DHLGH representatives at international, EU and national scientific/technical meetings as relevant,
• Networking and communication nationally and internationally as relevant to Ireland's work under the CBD and OSPAR Convention led by DCEE,
• Additional scientific and technical support towards the achievement of DCEE's objectives where marine, coastal and island biodiversity and conservation are concerned.
Project title: Biological Diversity & Conservation Research (marine, coastal and islands)
For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria and application process see https://ore.ucc.ie/ The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process.
Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Dr. Tom Doyle, School of BEES, Email: [email protected]
For further information on the Department School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences (BEES) | University College Cork
University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028. UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of age, care-giving status, disability, ethnicity, gender and/or gender identity or expression status, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, and/or sexual orientation. We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives
Appointment may be made on the Salary Scale: €55,000 p.a. personal rate
Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy.
We encourage you to reach out to us directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process.
Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate
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.
Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday 19th June 2026
No late applications will be accepted
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
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
Contact Person : Tom Doyle
Contact Email : [email protected]
Job ID : 097013
Contact Number :
Close Date : 19-Jun-2026 12:00
