Researcher in Architecture Engineering

University College Cork

School: School of Engineering & Architecture / Sustainability Institute
Position Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (24 months)
Project: CLIMATUDE

Position Summary

University College Cork (UCC) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to explore the human and societal aspects of climate change and the just transition. The position is part of the CLIMATUDE project, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency, which aims to develop a deep understanding of Irish people’s attitudes, beliefs, and values related to climate change.

Project Leadership:

• Dr. Niall Dunphy, Senior Research Fellow, Sustainability Institute
• Dr. Breffní Lennon

The project will investigate:

• How public attitudes to climate change are shaped by sources of information, social networks, and public discourse
• The influence of socio-demographic attributes such as gender, life-stage, socio-economic privilege, and educational attainment on beliefs and values

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative research and analysis on media and societal influences related to climate change
• Collaborate with team members and work independently on research tasks
• Communicate findings through reports, publications, and presentations
• Assist in project management and coordination as needed

Qualifications

• PhD in environmental media studies or a related discipline
• Strong qualitative analytical skills, particularly in media analysis and societal studies
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent English communication, writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Additional Information:

• Achievements within Postdoctoral and Senior Postdoctoral levels are transferable across Irish HEIs
• Eligibility for appointment may depend on prior Postdoctoral experience and completion of PD1/PD2 levels under the Irish Universities Association Researcher Career Development Framework

Terms of Appointment

• Duration: 24 months, full-time
• Salary: €46,306 – €52,863 per annum (IUA PD1 Salary Scale)
• Start Date: As soon as possible, subject to approval
• Location: University College Cork

Application Process

• Applications must be submitted online via the UCC Vacancy Portal
• Application deadline: Thursday, 19 February 2026, 12:00 noon (Irish Local Time)
• Interviews: Conducted online the week after the closing date
• Late applications will not be accepted

Informal enquiries:
Dr. Niall Dunphy, Senior Research Fellow
Email: n.dunphy@ucc.ie

Queries about online application:
recruitment@ucc.ie (quote job title and project name)

Additional information:

• UCC Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policies
• EDI Implementation Initiatives

Commitment to Diversity

UCC is committed to an inclusive and diverse working environment and encourages applications from candidates from all backgrounds, including those underrepresented in the protected characteristics outlined in UCC’s Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy.

UCC is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Job ID: 093353
Closing Date: 19-Feb-2026, 12:00