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Research Centre

School of Health & Human Performance

Post Title

Postdoctoral Researcher in Psychology

Level on Framework

Level 1

Post Duration

23 Month Fixed Term Contract

Dublin City University

Dublin City University (DCU) is a leading innovative European University, proud to be one of the world’s leading Young Universities. DCU is known as Ireland’s University of Impact, with a mission to ‘transform lives and societies’ and focuses on addressing global challenges in collaboration with key national and international partners and stakeholders. 

DCU has over 20,000 students in five faculties spread across three academic campuses in the Glasnevin-Drumcondra area of North Dublin. Thanks to its innovative approach to teaching and learning, the University offers a ‘transformative student experience’ that helps to develop highly sought-after graduates. DCU is currently No. 1 in Ireland for Graduate Employment Rate, and for graduate income (CSO). 

DCU is a research-intensive University and is home to a number of SFI-funded Research Centres. The University participates in a range of European and international research partnerships. DCU is also the leading Irish university in the area of technology transfer as reflected by licensing of intellectual property.

As a ‘People First’ institution, DCU is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion - a University that helps staff and students to thrive. The University is a leader in terms of its work to increase access to education and is placed in the world’s Top 10 for reducing inequalities in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.

Research Career Framework

As part of this role the researcher will be required to participate in the DCU Research Career Framework. This framework is designed to provide significant professional development opportunities to Researchers and offer the best opportunities in terms of a wider career path.

Background & Role

Applications are invited from enthusiastic and suitably qualified individuals for this 23-month fixed term contract as a postdoctoral researcher at the School of Health and Human Performance. This position is available from June 2025. This role offers a unique opportunity to investigate perceptions, experiences, and attitudes to sleep, fatigue, and wellbeing during the postpartum period in Ireland. It will also involve the development of a bespoke intervention to educate first-time parents about positive sleep health and wellbeing practices during the postpartum period (i.e., up to 12 months’ postpartum).

The post is based on the Glasnevin Campus of Dublin City University and the appointee will report to the Principal Investigator.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not restricted to, the following: 

• Contribute to the research programme under general guidance of the Principal Investigator and wider research team
• Assist the PI and research group in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of the research programme
• Lead the data collection and analysis of both quantitative and qualitative research
• Assist the PI in the management / co-ordination of key aspects of the research programme (e.g. financial management, reporting, equipment management etc.)
• Liaise with all academic researchers, knowledge users, public and patient involvement (PPI) contributors and key stakeholders, as required
• Lead the research project’s academic dissemination including research papers in high-ranking peer reviewed journals
• Contribute and lead the research projects wider dissemination including presentations, webinars, infographics
• Support administrative and management tasks associated with the research project
• Handle any confidential information and data in a sensitive manner
• Carry out any other duties within scope and purpose of the position as requested by the Principal Investigator

Minimum Criteria

Applicants should have a PhD in one of the following areas: Psychology, Health Psychology, Sleep Health. Experience in health interventions, sleep health, well-being, and/or psychology is desirable.

In addition, it is desirable that the candidate has experience in:

• Previous experience in mixed methods or qualitative research
• An emerging record of peer-reviewed publications
• Be able to take initiative and work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Excellent written and oral proficiency in English (essential), good communication and interpersonal skills both written and verbal
• Proven ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines
• The self-assurance to take responsibility and be a strong team player who can contribute to the overall success of the team
• Enthusiastic and structured approach to research and development
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Background in or knowledge of the postnatal or maternal care

Candidates will be assessed on the following competencies:

Discipline knowledge and Research skills – Demonstrates knowledge of a research discipline and the ability to conduct a specific programme of research within that discipline

Understanding the Research Environment – Demonstrates an awareness of the research environment (for example funding bodies) and the ability to contribute to grant applications

Communicating Research – Demonstrates the ability to communicate their research with their peers and the wider research community (for example presenting at conferences and publishing research in relevant journals) and the potential to teach and tutor students

Managing & Leadership skills - Demonstrates the potential to manage a research project including the supervision of undergraduate students

Essential Training 

The postholder will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training: Orientation, Health & Safety, Data Protection (GDPR) and all Cyber Security Awareness Training. Other training may need to be undertaken when required. 

Salary Scale:

IUA Postdoctoral Researcher Salary Scale: €45,847

Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy

Closing date: Thursday, 27th March 2025

For more information on DCU and benefits, please visit Why work at DCU? 

Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:

Dr. Anna Donnla O’Hagan, School of Health & Human Performance, Faculty of Science and Health, Dublin City University. 

Phone: + 353 (0)1 700 6441 

Email: annadonnla.ohagan@dcu.ie

Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.

Application Procedure:

Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:

1) Curriculum Vitae

2) Cover Letter

3) Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).

Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete and will not be processed.

Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer. 

In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. 

The University’s Athena SWAN Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs