Vice President Innovation

Job Spec Advertisement/Information for Applicants

Applications are invited for the following position:

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 regarding the post may be directed to:
Professor Kevin Ryan
Vice President Research
University of Limerick
E-mail:

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

Please email if you experience any difficulties

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

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.

Contact Person : Competition Type : Academic

Contact Email : Job ID : 084449

Contact Number : Close Date : 20-Oct-:00

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