Researcher Panel 2026 (E)
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Job Summary
RTÉ is Irelands national public-service are currently undertaking an ambitious and exciting 5-year transformation strategy to update the way we run mission is to serve as an independent source of stories newsinformationand entertainment for Ireland reflecting the diversity of its people and providing experiences that enrich the lives of all.
This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborativesupportiveand andretainingthe best talent is key in delivering to our want our people to thrive in an environment that values their output
RTÉs New Direction strategy positions theorganisationto champion culture in Ireland captivate audiences with trusted and challenging content and celebrate Irelands rich diversity.
Meet the team:
RTÉsVideocontent strategy focuses on growing consumption on our streaming platforms while sustaining engagement with our linear provide high-quality impactfulprogrammesfor all our audiences:programmesthat bring the country together and provide a home for uniquely Irish stories national moments
and shared experiences.
RTÉ Audios portfolio reaches over 2 million listeners every week acrossRTÉ Radio 12FM LyricfmRaidiónaGaeltachta and Digital Audio making it the most listened to radio group in É Radio 1 is the most popular radio station nationwide reaching 1.2million listeners every week.2FM is the destination for Irish audiences musicloversand entertainment fans connecting with listeners in exciting new ways through fresh energy dynamicvoicesand thevery bestmusic all while continuing its proud tradition of shaping the future of Irish broadcasting.
RTÉ Video RTÉ Radio 1and2FMare now looking to form a panel of suitably experiencedresearchers to cover vacancies and absences which may arise in itsprogrammeproduction teams.
Assignmentsin Videowill include such genresasEntertainmentDaytimeDrama IrishlanguageandSportsand will report to theHead of Production Resources.
AssignmentsinRadio 1and2FMwill include such genres as current affairs arts and entertainment daytime and lifestyle comedy and music Irish language and sportsand will report to the Managing Editor Radio 1or2FMContent Manager.
As part of theprogrammeteam the Researcher will make her/hiscreative contribution to the formulation and development of the relevantprogramme source contacts and contributors and collectverifyand prepare information for broadcast within the RTÉ journalistic and editorial guidelines.
About the role:
If successful in your application you will be:
About you:
Assignments and working patterns will vary across weekdays and weekends
If you are interested in applying for this exciting opportunity pleasesubmityour Curriculum Vitae and a short document (800 words or less) with a pitch for a St. Patricks Day piece of content on either RTÉ television RTÉ Radio 1 or 2FM.
Pleasesubmitone documentwhen completing this online application process.
This panel is intended to cover short- and long-term vacancies that may arise over a period of 24 months from the commencement of this panel.
Closing date for receipt of applications isWednesday 11thMarch 2026.
Cuirfear fáilteroimhiarrataisódhaoinegobhfuildearcadhdearfachacuileithnaGaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do both on-screen and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds without regard to gender sexual orientation gender identity age social experience race and ethnicity disability civil and family status religiousbeliefand membership of theTravellerCommunity.
We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of you wish to requestaccommodationfor your interview we encourage you to let us know when you apply.
This sense of purpose motivates us to deliver to the highest standards in an environment that is collaborativesupportiveand andretainingthe best talent is key in delivering to our want our people to thrive in an environment that values their output
RTÉs New Direction strategy positions theorganisationto champion culture in Ireland captivate audiences with trusted and challenging content and celebrate Irelands rich diversity.
Meet the team:
RTÉsVideocontent strategy focuses on growing consumption on our streaming platforms while sustaining engagement with our linear provide high-quality impactfulprogrammesfor all our audiences:programmesthat bring the country together and provide a home for uniquely Irish stories national moments
and shared experiences.
RTÉ Audios portfolio reaches over 2 million listeners every week acrossRTÉ Radio 12FM LyricfmRaidiónaGaeltachta and Digital Audio making it the most listened to radio group in É Radio 1 is the most popular radio station nationwide reaching 1.2million listeners every week.2FM is the destination for Irish audiences musicloversand entertainment fans connecting with listeners in exciting new ways through fresh energy dynamicvoicesand thevery bestmusic all while continuing its proud tradition of shaping the future of Irish broadcasting.
RTÉ Video RTÉ Radio 1and2FMare now looking to form a panel of suitably experiencedresearchers to cover vacancies and absences which may arise in itsprogrammeproduction teams.
Assignmentsin Videowill include such genresasEntertainmentDaytimeDrama IrishlanguageandSportsand will report to theHead of Production Resources.
AssignmentsinRadio 1and2FMwill include such genres as current affairs arts and entertainment daytime and lifestyle comedy and music Irish language and sportsand will report to the Managing Editor Radio 1or2FMContent Manager.
As part of theprogrammeteam the Researcher will make her/hiscreative contribution to the formulation and development of the relevantprogramme source contacts and contributors and collectverifyand prepare information for broadcast within the RTÉ journalistic and editorial guidelines.
About the role:
If successful in your application you will be:
- Originating and developing strong story and content ideas
- Authoritative research of the subject matter including a critical and editorial assessment of the quality and accuracy of information
- Assessing the quality and suitability of contributors and finding new and diverse voices to contribute to our output
- Preparation of briefs publicity scripts pre-broadcastand ancillary platform material including online and social media
About you:
- A proventrack recordinidentifyinga strong story/contributor/guestin TVRadioOnline Printor Digital
- A demonstrable ability toutiliseall available research tools and a desire to learn new technical skills asrequired
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
- Editorial and journalistic awareness
- Proficiencyin the Irish language is desirable
- Excellentorganisationalskills and the ability to deliver against agreed timelines and targets
- Ability to consume information and respond in a professional manner whichdemonstratesdiplomacytactand sensitivity
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability toconceptualiseideas
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- The successful candidate willpossessstrong influencing skills resilience and the ability to work in a fast-pacedpressurisedteam environment
- Workingknowledge ofaudio and editing toolsdesirable
- We are looking for individuals with creative mindsets a passion for broadcasting and a strong interest in the media industry
- You will need to be creative with idea formulation and have a keen eye foridentifyingpeople and stories that make for appealing radio and television across all demographics
Assignments and working patterns will vary across weekdays and weekends
If you are interested in applying for this exciting opportunity pleasesubmityour Curriculum Vitae and a short document (800 words or less) with a pitch for a St. Patricks Day piece of content on either RTÉ television RTÉ Radio 1 or 2FM.
Pleasesubmitone documentwhen completing this online application process.
This panel is intended to cover short- and long-term vacancies that may arise over a period of 24 months from the commencement of this panel.
Closing date for receipt of applications isWednesday 11thMarch 2026.
Cuirfear fáilteroimhiarrataisódhaoinegobhfuildearcadhdearfachacuileithnaGaeilge. Applications are welcome from people who have a positive outlook to Irish.
Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do both on-screen and behind the scenes. We are committed to building a more inclusive environment and tackling under-representation while embedding inclusion at every stage of the employee journey.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds without regard to gender sexual orientation gender identity age social experience race and ethnicity disability civil and family status religiousbeliefand membership of theTravellerCommunity.
We are eager to provide reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of you wish to requestaccommodationfor your interview we encourage you to let us know when you apply.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Intelligence Community Experience
- Python
- Spss
- Microsoft Word
- R
- Regression Analysis
- Windows
- Stata
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Data Modeling
- Writing Skills
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