Research Officer (Maternity Cover) - Remote

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland works across the country in the heart of local communities providing dementia specific services and supports and advocates for the rights of people affected by dementia to quality supports and services.

Our vision is an Ireland where people affected by dementia are valued and supported

A national non-profit organisation, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland advocates, empowers and champions the rights of people living with dementia and their communities to quality support and services.

We are seeking a Research Officer to join our Research Team. This is a 9 month Fixed-Term contract, working 35 hours per week. The purpose of this contract is to cover the maternity leave of the permanent resource. The role will be based at our national office in Blackrock, Co Dublin but the work location can be flexible. This position reports to the Policy and Research Manager.

The successful candidate will be an integral part of The ASI Research Team and work across a range of projects to support internal and external research and some policy activities. 

To be successful in this role you will be experienced in implementing and disseminating research, an excellent communicator, a creative thinker and a collaborative worker. An understanding of the dementia research landscape will be an advantage.

If you are interested in applying for this post, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role and send it to recruit@alzheimer.ie

A detailed job description is available on the Career Section of our website: https://alzheimer.ie/careers/

Closing date for applications is Friday 12th September. 

The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is an open and inclusive employer.