About University of Galway
Established in 1845, University of Galway is a research-intensive institution ranked among the top 2% of universities in the world with an annual investment in research of almost €90m.
Comprised of four colleges, 18 schools and six research institutes, the University is home to 20,000 students.
As a bilingual university, we have campuses along Ireland’s western and northwestern Atlantic seaboard and our main campus in Galway city-proudly serving as a global university rooted in a dynamic Atlantic coastal region.
Our main campus located in the centre of Galway city runs for several kilometres along the banks of the Corrib River, offering students, staff and visitors a unique sense of being immersed in nature while only a short walk from the thriving cultural heartbeat of the west of Ireland.
About Research and Innovation at University of Galway
Purpose. People. Place.
The purpose of our research is to benefit society & planet.
Every discovery, insight, innovation and partnership we cultivate has the potential to positively impact society, strengthen the economy and benefit our planet. Guided by a deep understanding of global challenges, national priorities and regional needs, our research embraces an interdisciplinary approach, ensuring broad and meaningful impact. Read more about our research impact case studies here .
Our people are creative & collaborative.
Our people are distinguished by their creative and collaborative spirit. Their excellence and determination drive our research outputs and global impact. With an openness to new ideas and interdisciplinary approaches, they consistently push boundaries and excel in their fields. This creativity and collaborative strength empowers us to forge partnerships across the globe, enhancing the reach and significance of our work.
Our place is distinct & connected globally.
Our university is in a unique and vibrant region along Ireland’s western and northwestern Atlantic coast, deeply connected to the world through extensive international partnerships. From here we collaborate with over 5,300 institutions across 178 countries, driving impactful research on a global scale. In addition, we are actively involved in 240 industry-led projects, fostering innovation and real-world solutions. Since 2020, 21 new companies have spun-out from our research portfolio and .Galway is known worldwide as a hub of innovation, culture and creativity, and is one of six global hubs for medical device development.
Through our renowned research institutes and four Colleges, we engage in cutting-edge research that transcends borders, creating a truly global community of knowledge and discovery.
More info https://www.universityofgalway.ie/our-research/
Similar Positions
-
Postdoctoral Researcher, Institute For Creativity, Full Time, Fixed Term 010953, University of Galway, Ireland, 2 months ago
20 Feb 2025 Job Information Organisation/Company University of Galway Research Field Arts » Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Ireland Applicat...
-
Vacancy Category Research Salary From €44 846 Salary To €57 332 Contract Type Temporary Vacancy Closing Date 28 Feb, 2025 Reference 010921 Subject / Area Physical And Environmental Sciences Apply Postdoctoral Researcher – Bio Protect (Eu Ocean Mission), S, University of Galway, Ireland, 2 months ago
14 Feb 2025 Job Information Organisation/Company University of Galway Research Field Environmental science Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Ireland...
-
Research Assistant – Research Support For The Multiset Team, School Of Political Science And Sociology (0.5 Fte) 010988, University of Galway, Ireland, about 1 month ago
18 Mar 2025 Job Information Organisation/Company University of Galway Research Field Sociology Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Bachelor Positions Country Ireland Applicati...
-
Postdoctoral Researcher/ Research Associate – Whole Life Carbon Assessment Of Buildings & Infrastructure, Full Time, Fixed Term 010912, University of Galway, Ireland, 2 months ago
12 Feb 2025 Job Information Organisation/Company University of Galway Research Field Engineering » Civil engineering Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Count...
-
Postdoctoral Researcher/Research Associate Composite Structures For Sustainable Offshore Renewable Energy Technologies, Full Time, Fixed Term 010916, University of Galway, Ireland, 2 months ago
12 Feb 2025 Job Information Organisation/Company University of Galway Research Field Engineering Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Ireland Applicat...
-
Postdoctoral Researcher – Code Plus Primary, School Of Education, Full Time, Fixed Term 010929, University of Galway, Ireland, 2 months ago
19 Feb 2025 Job Information Organisation/Company University of Galway Research Field Educational sciences » Education Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Coun...