Research Support Coordinator

About the Role

The Irish Cancer Society seeks a Research Support Coordinator for a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave. This full-time position (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm) operates under a hybrid working model, requiring on-site presence in the Dublin 4 office on Wednesdays and Thursdays. The salary for this role is €37,000 annually.

Organizational Vision

Committed to significantly improving cancer survival rates and patient care by 2025, the Irish Cancer Society funds a broad spectrum of cancer research, spanning translational and clinical studies focused on areas such as early detection, innovative therapies, clinical trials, prevention, patient well-being, and end-of-life care. This role is vital to supporting the delivery and communication of this ambitious research strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Research in managing daily activities within a busy research department.
• Coordinate external communications and media outputs for the research division.
• Organize various internal and external research events, workshops, and training sessions for diverse stakeholders.
• Oversee public and patient partnership initiatives and related funding opportunities within the research department.
• Manage departmental finances, including invoice processing and research grant payments.
• Support grant call development and post-award administrative processes.
• Administer public and patient involvement (PPI) activities and grants under the guidance of the Head of Research.
• Maintain departmental memberships, subscriptions, and comprehensive records of research outputs and metrics.
• Track information requests and prepare reports as needed.
• Provide regular updates on research activities to the Executive Leadership Team and Board.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR requirements for the research department.
• Lead coordination of monthly newsletters and collaborate on public promotional materials, including pamphlets, web content, email campaigns, and videos, in partnership with Communications and Branding teams.
• Serve as the research department’s representative on internal and external committees and handle incoming queries via phone, post, and email.
• Prepare and set up for conferences, webinars, workshops, and other research events including managing informational stands.
• Attend external research events and conferences to represent the department.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a comparable administrative role with strong organizational skills.
• Experience handling financial administration and budget management.
• Proficient with technology and computer applications such as databases, spreadsheets, word processing, email, internet, and electronic research management systems.
• Demonstrated event planning and coordination capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience generating reports.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience creating website content.
• Knowledge of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) effects on organizational communications.

Personal Competencies

• A motivated team player with ambition and self-drive.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, empathetic listener with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues, senior management, the public, and individuals impacted by cancer.
• Highly organized with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Maintains professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality consistently.
• Capable of adapting to change and working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Strong multitasking skills, initiative, and ability to work independently.
• Collaborative attitude towards working with various teams.
• Willingness to support occasional evening events (estimated 5-6 times yearly).

Additional Information

• The Society enforces a strict no-smoking policy both within the office and during any Society-related business activities.
• Employees must comply with health, safety, and fire regulations.
• Job description may be updated as needed to align with organizational requirements.

Benefits

• 23 days annual leave plus public holidays, Good Friday and Christmas Eve (when on working days).
• Additional service days awarded for long service.
• Sick pay scheme after probation.
• Flexitime arrangements.
• Defined contribution pension with employer contributions ranging from 3% to 8% of basic salary from start date.
• Group health plans including VHI and HSF.
• Bus/Rail ticket and Cycle to Work schemes.
• Death in Service benefits effective immediately.
• Paid family leave coverage including maternity, paternity, adoptive, force majeure, and compassionate leave.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Educational assistance including study and examination leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Optional annual flu vaccination provided.

Application Process

Applications close on Sunday, 26 July 2026. Interviews may be conducted before the closing date. All applications are processed through a third-party system. The Irish Cancer Society is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace. Agency inquiries are not entertained.