Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme: The Government of Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme, funded by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science and managed by Research Ireland, supports outstanding researchers to undertake postdoctoral fellowships at eligible higher education institutions in Ireland. The fellowship offers 1–2 years of prestigious, fully funded research opportunities across all academic disciplines, with a strong emphasis on innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and independent research excellence.
Summary Table
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | Government of Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme |
| Designation | Postdoctoral Fellow |
| Research Area | Open to all disciplines (Archaeology to Zoology; interdisciplinary encouraged) |
| Location | Eligible Higher Education Institutions in Ireland |
| Duration | 1–2 years |
| Salary | €47,273 (Year 1) / €47,880 (Year 2) + employer’s PRSI contribution |
| Research Expenses | €5,000 per annum |
| Call Open | 11th September 2025 (12:00 Irish Local Time) |
| Applicant Deadline | 23rd October 2025 (16:00 Irish Local Time) |
| Award Start Date | 1st September 2026 |
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area
- Open to all academic disciplines (from archaeology to zoology)
- Interdisciplinary proposals strongly encouraged
- Innovative, pioneering, and creative research approaches are welcomed
Location
Eligible Higher Education Institutions across Ireland
Eligibility/Qualification
Applicants must have:
- At least one peer-reviewed publication (published or accepted) in an international journal or conference proceedings.
OR - Demonstrable equivalent intellectual property output (e.g., other significant research outputs).
⚠️ Academic mentors may not support more than one applicant.
Job Description
The programme provides:
- Prestigious individual awards for excellent research in the applicant’s name
- An objective international peer review selection process
- Funding across all disciplines
- Support for bottom-up, non-directed research
- Salary (€47,273 in Year 1, €47,880 in Year 2)
- Employer’s PRSI contribution
- Eligible direct research expenses of €5,000 annually
Fellows are expected to conduct high-quality, innovative, and independent research, contributing significantly to their chosen academic field.
How to Apply
- Review the official call documentation via Research Ireland.
- Prepare and submit application materials through the Research Ireland online portal.
- Coordinate with your chosen academic mentor and host institution’s research office.
- Key Deadlines:
- FAQ deadline: 16th October 2025 (16:00 Irish Local Time)
- Applicant deadline: 23rd October 2025 (16:00 Irish Local Time)
- Mentor deadline: 6th November 2025 (16:00 Irish Local Time)
- Research office endorsement deadline: 13th November 2025 (16:00 Irish Local Time)
- Call outcome: End of April 2026
For programme queries, Research Offices may contact: postdoc@researchireland.ie
Last Date to Apply
23rd October 2025 (16:00 Irish Local Time)
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