This call supports industry based research. The aim of the programme is
to (i) embed the scholar in a professional research and innovation
environment for training and development whilst simultaneously providing
postgraduate education leading to a Masters by Research or PhD; and
(ii) facilitate research collaboration, knowledge transfer and
networking between scholars & their host HEIs and Irish-based
employers
The GSI-IRC funding is aimed at
Masters (Research)
level students carrying out research in a company or approved public
body. They will have duel status as an employee and registered student
for the duration, but the cost is shared by the company, GSI and the
Irish Research Council. For the purposes of this call, the GSI may count
as an Employment Partner (Public body) if the project requires
infrastructure or data only available from the GSI, however GSI restrictions do apply. If you have a project that you think could be hosted by the GSI please contact us as soon as possible at
research@gsi.ieFunding available: Contributions to scholarship and fees for
Masters (Research) (Max €16k scholarship, Max €5,750 fees and max €2,250
research costs). Employment partners must contribute 1/3rd of the minimum cost (€24k per annum) but can contribute additional salary costs if appropriate for the work being undertaken.
Duration: 12 or 24 months
Eligibility: Masters (Research) level student hosted by an industry partner or approved public body
For further information and terms and conditions see the IRC EBP website