Title of Post Vice President Innovation Job Synopsis University of Limerick seeks to appoint an outstanding leader who will drive innovation, industry engagement, entrepreneurship and commercialisation of research in line with the organisational strategic ambitions. This is a senior role requiring vision, a track-record of delivery and experience of establishing lasting partnerships with industry to drive world-leading innovation. The successful applicant will have experience of innovation, industry partnership in an academic environment with insights to lead knowledge transfer, commercialisation, new venture development, business engagement, academic programme development and consultancy services. Office of the Vice President Research Contract Type: 5 Year Fixed Term Salary Scale: €193,546 p.a. University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world. Informal Enquiries Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to: Professor Kevin Ryan Vice President Research University of Limerick E-mail: kevin.m.ryan@ul.ie Closing Date The closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday, 20th October 2026. Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date. Application Requirements Please note your application must include: A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description. A completed online application form. Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates. Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies We are committed to upholding the principles of fairness, equality, and transparency in pay, in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970) Many thanks for your interest in this role. Vacancy Information Contact Person: Contact Email: Contact Number: Competition Type: Academic Job ID: 084449 Close Date: 20-Oct-2026 12:00 Further Particulars: Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION Filesize: 855.5 If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Interdisciplinoxy

Title of Post

Vice President Innovation

Job Synopsis

University of Limerick seeks to appoint an outstanding leader who will drive innovation, industry engagement, entrepreneurship and commercialisation of research in line with the organisational strategic ambitions. This is a senior role requiring vision, a track-record of delivery and experience of establishing lasting partnerships with industry to drive world-leading innovation. The successful applicant will have experience of innovation, industry partnership in an academic environment with insights to lead knowledge transfer, commercialisation, new venture development, business engagement, academic programme development and consultancy services.

Office of the Vice President Research

Contract Type: 5 Year Fixed Term

Salary Scale: €193,546 p.a.

University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:

Professor Kevin Ryan
Vice President Research
University of Limerick
E-mail: kevin.m.ryan@ul.ie

Closing Date

The closing date for receipt of applications is Tuesday, 20th October 2026.

Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Application Requirements

Please note your application must include:

A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.
A completed online application form.

Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties.

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies

We are committed to upholding the principles of fairness, equality, and transparency in pay, in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970)

Many thanks for your interest in this role.