Research, Innovation & Technology Manager, Learnovate

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Post Summary

The Research, Innovation & Technology Manager is responsible for delivering on Learnovate’s research and technology strategies and for embedding innovation throughout Learnovate.

Reporting to the Managing Director, and a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Research, Innovation & Technology Manager holds primary responsibility for the planning, development and implementation for all research, innovation, and technology initiatives in support of Learnovate’s vision, mission and strategic direction relating to research, innovation, and technology.

This role will drive the strategic direction of research, innovation, and technology activities, providing inspirational leadership across Learnovate to ensure rapid and effective responses to membership needs, and research funding opportunities.

The Research, Innovation & Technology Manager will work collegially across the Learnovate Leadership team to generate collaborative opportunities that will increase the impact of our research and ensure the development of a talent pool of next generation researchers.

Post status: Specific Purpose Contract

The specific purpose of this employment is to implement Learnovate's research and technology strategies and embed innovation throughout the organisation. You will lead research, innovation, and technology initiatives, collaborating with the leadership team to drive strategic direction, secure research funding, and develop a talent pool of future researchers. The role is directly linked to the deliverables of Learnovate's current Strategic and Business Plan, whose longer-term requirements have yet to be evaluated. Employment is not offered on an indefinite basis, as the role is tied to specific strategic activities expected to be completed within a defined period. Furthermore, the position is funded by Enterprise Ireland, a non-core university funding stream, which is anticipated to cease within a finite period. As such, the contract will terminate upon completion of the work or if the funding stream is withdrawn or terminated by the funding agency.

Hours of Post: 35 hours per week

Salary: This appointment will be made on the Senior Administrative 3 Salary Scale (€96,914 - €125,148 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)

How to apply: In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (1x A4 page) demonstrating how they meet the criteria outlined in the job description.

• Applicants who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage.
• Applications must be made by the date and time specified. Application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal.

Closing Date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 27th January 2025 - Any Applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be automatically cancelled by the system.

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Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Nessa McEniff, Managing Director of Learnovate at E: mceniffn@tcd.ie

Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at E:recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.

At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those who have been displaced due to war.

Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.