Post Doctoral Researcher (Level 1) PRESAFE - 0.6 FTE
Job Description
Applications are invited for the following position
Title of Post: Post Doctoral Researcher (Level 1) PRESAFE - 0.6 FTE
JOB SYNOPSIS
The University of Limerick is seeking to appoint a part-time (0.6FTE) Post Doctoral Researcher in General Practice in the School of Medicine. This is an exceptional opportunity for a suitably qualified, enthusiastic and dynamic individual with vision and experience to play a key role in the General Practice research programme. The successful applicant will work on a range of ongoing research projects, including research focusing on the development, testing and implementation of a public healthcare service model for remote nurse prescribing in sparsely populated regions. Key workstreams include mapping the current situation of remote nurse prescribing in Ireland, contributing to the development and co-design of a “safe remote nurse prescribing” model, assessing the implementation of this model, and participating in transnational dissemination.
Faculty of Education & Health Sciences
School of Medicine
Contract Type: Specific Purpose
Salary Scale: €47,273 - €53,925 (maximum starting salary €47,879) p.a. pro rata
University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.
Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to
Dr Róisín Doogue
Associate Professor in General Practice
School of Medicine
University of Limerick
Email: [email protected]
The closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 29th October 2026
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.
“This is a professional training and development role and the training and development relevant to this position will be completed within the period of the contract. Post Doctoral Researchers appointed will be expected to complete the Researcher Career Development Programme.”
Please note your application must include
A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.
A completed online application form.
Please email [email protected] if you experience any difficulties
- Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.
- Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies
- We are committed to upholding the principles of fairness, equality, and transparency in pay, in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970)
- Many thanks for your interest in this role.
Contact Person
Competition Type
Research
Contact Email
Job ID
085029
Contact Number
Close Date
29-Oct-2026 12:00
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