Technical Officer

Trinity is Irelands leading university and is ranked 87th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2024). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. . The School of Mathematics and School of Physics are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Officer specialising in IT. The ideal candidate will provide advanced technical support, with a focus on audio-visual systems, deskside IT support, and hardware and software maintenance. The role holder will manage multiple tasks, offer exceptional customer service, and contribute to the enhancement of our IT infrastructure. The position will be based 50% of the time within the School of Physics and 50% based in the School of Mathematics. The post-holder will work as a member of the technical support team charged with ensuring the successful IT / AV support of the Maths and Physics staff, teaching laboratories and both Schools research facilities / associated research centres. The role will also entail assisting with other related technical duties and responsibilities within both Schools. Post status : Permanent Hours of Post : 36.5 hours per week Salary : Appointment will be made on the Technical Officer Pay Scale Salary Scale] at a point in line with Government Pay Policy [€39,845 to €60,345 per annum] New Entrants to the Public Sector will be appointed on Point 1 of the Scale, €39,485 per annum Qualifications for New Staff (from 1 January 2007) Entry to the profession will require relevant Honours degree. National Certificate on Entry- Qualifications for Existing Staff (before 1 January 2007) The preferred candidate if an MSc holder on entry, with a minimum of 3 years experience (that must be relevant), may be appointed at Senior Technical Officer level. How to apply : In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (1x A4 page) that specifically address the following points in their application. Applicants must have at least 3 years recent experience in a relevant field. Applicants should clearly address this experience and how they obtained their knowledge in their application. Illustrate, through past example, their ability to work on their own initiative and resolve problems. Closing Date : 12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 9th July 2025 Application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal Applications must be made by the date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system Late Applications will not be accepted. Please see the Job Description below for this position. Informal enquiries about this post should be addressed to Alan O'Meara At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war. Trinity College Dublin is Irelands premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.