This is an exciting opportunity to shape and drive Epilepsy Ireland’s research activities in a newly created role that reflects our strategic commitment to supporting and advancing epilepsy research in Ireland. As Research Officer, you will play a central role in coordinating our research funding calls, engaging with the epilepsy research community, and promoting meaningful Public & Patient Involvement (PPI).

Working closely with management, the board of directors, researchers, and people with epilepsy, you will help set research priorities, ensuring strong research governance oversee, evaluate the impact of our research investments, and communicate key findings to diverse audiences. You will also act as a key liaison between Epilepsy Ireland and the wider research ecosystem, fostering collaborations and ensuring that the patient voice remains at the heart of epilepsy research.

To excel in this role, you will need strong analytical and organisational skills, along with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, from researchers and funding bodies to people with epilepsy and their families. A solid understanding of health research methodologies, funding processes, and policy landscapes will be crucial. Additionally, you should be proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about ensuring that epilepsy research is patient-centred, impactful, and aligned with the needs of the community.