Geological Survey Ireland, a division of the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications, is Ireland's national Earth Science knowledge centre, working on behalf of the Irish public. A postion for a senior geologist to manage the Research Programme has opened with a 4-year fixed term contract.
Geological Survey Ireland is based in Booterstown Hall, Booterstown Avenue, Blackrock, County Dublin, A94 N2R6.
Requirements:
- A qualification at minimum level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)
or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent in degree in earth science,
environmental science or equivalent; and
- A minimum of 5 years relevant post qualification experience working in research
management, or related field;
OR
- A qualification at minimum level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)
or NARIC Ireland Foreign Qualifications equivalent in an earth science, or related
field; and
- A minimum of 10 years relevant post qualification experience working in research
management, or related field;
AND
• Relevant experience in research management and reporting;
- Working knowledge of Irish geology and geoscience;
- Working knowledge of the relevant legislation and guidelines effecting research in
Ireland.
- Demonstrate the skills to liaise effectively with geology, environmental, government
and third level sector representatives;
- Relevant experience in systematic and accurate data handling and analysis;
- High level of IT proficiency in Microsoft, or equivalent packages;
- Current full Irish driving licence
Application forms are to be completed and emailed to careers@decc.gov.ie by 5pm on Friday, 2 May 2025.
The full candidate booklet and the application form is available here.