Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025 – Fully Funded

About the Fellowship

The Government of Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme is a prestigious national initiative supporting postdoctoral researchers to undertake world-class research at eligible higher education institutions in Ireland for one or two years. Funded by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science and managed by Research Ireland, this fellowship fosters innovative, bottom-up research across all disciplines, from archaeology to zoology. Interdisciplinary proposals and pioneering projects addressing emerging fields are especially encouraged. Fellows benefit from objective international peer review, prestigious individual awards in their name, and access to Ireland’s vibrant academic research ecosystem. This programme provides an exceptional opportunity to advance fundamental understanding, develop independent research expertise, and collaborate across disciplines on a global scale.

Fellowship / Details

Position Title: Postdoctoral Fellow – Government of Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme
Host Institution: Eligible higher education institutions in Ireland
Administering Body / Funding Agency: Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science / Research Ireland
Location: Ireland
Research Field(s): All disciplines (e.g., Science, Arts, Humanities, Engineering, Social Sciences, and Interdisciplinary research)
Fellowship Type: Postdoctoral Fellowship / Full-time
Level: Early-career researchers
Fellowship Duration: 1–2 years
Expected Start Date: 2026 (exact dates vary by institution)
Working Hours: Full-time, as per institutional norms
Funding/Compensation: Fully funded fellowship covering salary and research costs
Required Degree/Diploma: PhD or equivalent research doctorate

Supported Research Fields / Areas

Science and Technology
Engineering
Social Sciences
Humanities and Arts
Interdisciplinary research combining multiple fields

Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Completed PhD or equivalent research degree
Ability to undertake independent postdoctoral research
Applications from all disciplines are eligible

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong research track record or publications
Innovative, creative, or interdisciplinary research proposal
Potential to contribute to international research networks

Not Eligible:

Applicants without a completed PhD
Research proposals outside eligible institutions in Ireland

Fellowship / Job Benefits

Prestigious individual award in the applicant’s name
Fully funded research position with salary and research costs
Opportunity to undertake independent, bottom-up research
Interdisciplinary collaboration and access to Ireland’s research infrastructure
Recognition through an internationally competitive, peer-reviewed selection process

Key Responsibilities

Conduct independent postdoctoral research in the chosen field
Collaborate with host institution faculty and other researchers
Publish research outcomes in peer-reviewed journals and conferences
Participate in academic dissemination and networking opportunities

Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit application via the Research Ireland online portal
Ensure mentor, applicant, and Research Office deadlines are met:
- Applicant deadline: 23 October 2025
- Mentor deadline: 6 November 2025
- Research Office deadline: 13 November 2025
Prepare research proposal, CV, and supporting documentation

Required Documents: