The precarity of academic research careers in Ireland is a pressing issue that demands attention. This report’s recommendations serve as a roadmap for stakeholders, including policymakers, universities, and funding bodies, to collectively take action. By working together to enhance working conditions, promote diversity, and align policies with researcher needs, Ireland can pave the way for a more secure and prosperous future for its academic research community. It’s time for concerted efforts to transform the landscape of academic research careers in the Emerald Isle.
Read the whole IrishRSA’s Reducing the Precarity of Academic Research Careers in Ireland report here.